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Medical Education (MD)

The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry is dedicated to training future humanistic physicians who are leaders in clinical medicine, research, and administration. The Double Helix Curriculum–Translations and Transitions integrates clinical and basic science throughout four years, emphasizing the biopsychosocial model.

Our curriculum includes instruction in the pillars of collaborative care, technology in medicine, and professional identity formation. Our instruction utilizes a variety of modalities, including problem-based learning, small-group experiences, simulations, and team-based learning. Medical humanities transcend our curriculum to facilitate education in innovative and creative ways. Outcomes assessments guide students in achieving excellence.

Numerous research opportunities, community service, elective pathways, and international opportunities help students achieve their long-term educational and career goals. The school is committed to setting the highest standards in medical education and serving as a national model for innovation and continuous improvement in medical student education. We welcome you to explore our website and appreciate the Rochester difference.

Information about faculty and research can be found on the Medical Education (MD) website.

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Students admitted to the MD program have a strong foundation in science, evidence of curiosity through research/innovation, and demonstration of human connection through clinical experiences, community engagement, and advocacy.

Admissions Requirements

Personal characteristics: Evidence of altruism, an accepting attitude, curiosity, empathy, maturity, professionalism, mindfulness, and resilience

MCAT: With the exception of applicants in our Rochester Early Medical Scholars Program, Early Assurance Program, and Postbac Linkage Program, all applicants are required to take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). Applicants may submit an AMCAS application.

Science Coursework:

  • One year of biology with laboratory. AP credit cannot be used to satisfy this requirement. If your undergraduate college granted you credit through AP coursework, you must take upper-level courses in biology with laboratory to satisfy this requirement. Biochemistry will not satisfy the biology requirement.
  • One year of physics with laboratory. AP credit can be used to meet one semester of the physics requirement.
  • One semester of organic chemistry with laboratory
  • One semester of biochemistry (lab optional)
  • One semester of either calculus or statistics. AP credit can be used to meet this requirement.
  • AP credit must be documented on an official transcript.
  • We recommend courses in genetics and physiology to have a solid foundation for our curriculum.

All above science coursework is required and must be taken in-person, if available.

We recommend courses in general chemistry, statistics, genetics, physiology, and biochemistry.

Non-Science Coursework:

  • 12 credit hours in the humanities and/or the social or behavioral sciences.
  • One year of expository writing. This may be met with English or non-science courses that involve expository writing.
  • AP credit will not satisfy non-science requirements.
  • AP credit will not satisfy non-science requirements.

MD program applicants are selected for an interview based on a holistic admissions process, which weighs a number of different factors including MCAT, GPA, activities and experiences, letters of recommendation, personal statements, background, undergraduate institution, and mission alignment.

Decisions on admission are made by the Admissions Committee, which includes faculty from clinical and basic science departments and currently enrolled medical students.

Graduate Course TitlesLink to section

  • HSF 101: Human Structure and Function
  • ICM 115: Introduction to Clinical Medicine
  • MEI 100: Medical Evidence and Inquiry
  • MTC 120: Molecules to Cells
  • FBP 100: Foundations of Biopsychosocial Practice
  • PHP 100: Pharmacology
  • HDC 125: Host Defense
  • FYC 102: Phase 1 Assessment
  • MIM 100: Meliora in Medicine
  • HMU 100: Health Humanities Selectives
  • MBB 205: Mind/Brain/Behavior
  • PCC 230: Primary Care Clerkship
  • DPT 201: Disease Processes and Therapeutics Cardiopulmonary Renal
  • DPT 202: Disease Processes and Therapeutics
  • OBG 205: Women’s Health Course
  • PED 205: Disorders of Childhood
  • SYC 200: Phase 2 Assessment
  • TTL 200: Transitions to Licensure
  • MED 300: Clerkship: Adult Inpatient Medicine – Medicine
  • SUR 300: Clerkship: Adult Inpatient Medicine – Surgery
  • PSY 300: Clerkship: Mind Brain Behavior – Psychiatry
  • NEU 300: Clerkship: Mind Brain Behavior – Neurology
  • OBG 300: Clerkship: Women and Children’s Health – Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • PED 300: Clerkship: Women and Children’s Health – Pediatrics
  • SSF 301: Scientific and Social Foundations of Medicine: Principles of ICU Science and Ethics
  • SSF 302: Scientific and Social Foundations of Medicine: Genes, Ecology, and Culture
  • SSF 303: Scientific and Social Foundations of Medicine: Mind, Brain, and Behavior II
  • TYC 300: Phase 3 Assessment
  • EDD 400: Clerkship: Emergency Medicine
  • FAM 400: Clerkship: Family Medicine
  • Acting Internship (requirement met by a number of courses)
  • CCM 400 or ANS 400: Critical Care Selective
  • IHS 400: Improving Health Systems
  • INT 400: Successful Interning