Program Overview
Introduction to CUNY School of Medicine
The CUNY School of Medicine is a medical school located in New York City, dedicated to providing high-quality education and training to future physicians and physician assistants. The school's mission is to improve access to healthcare in communities where provider shortages exist and to promote excellence in clinical practice, research, and community service.
MD Program
The MD Program at CUNY School of Medicine is a full-time, integrated medical curriculum designed to prepare students for clinical excellence and leadership in communities where healthcare provider shortages exist and high-quality care is essential.
Curriculum Structure
The curriculum builds upon the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with advanced coursework in medical sciences and clinical practice. The MD phase emphasizes:
- Clinical rotations across NYC Health + Hospitals sites and affiliates
- Continued integration of biomedical sciences with patient-centered care
- Training in population health, ethics, professionalism, and health systems
Registration Requirements
- Full-time enrollment (minimum of 9 credits per semester) is required each fall and spring.
- Students must register on time for all required courses in the MD curriculum to maintain good standing.
- Students who fail to register during the official registration period, or who substitute required courses with non-approved electives, will be considered to have resigned from the MD Program unless prior written approval is granted by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.
Schedule Changes & Course Drops
General Guidelines
- Required courses, including repeats, cannot be dropped without prior approval from the Associate Dean.
- Failure to complete a required course in its designated term may jeopardize future progression due to prerequisite constraints.
M1M3 Years
- Dropping courses is not permitted after the registration period.
- Any attempt to drop or modify required coursework may result in dismissal from the MD Program.
- Students with extenuating circumstances must meet with their academic advisor before any changes are considered.
M4 Year (Final Year)
All changes must be processed through the M4 Coordinator, and students must adhere to published deadlines and procedures. Students in M4 receive specific guidance on course selection and are allowed to add or drop courses during designated windows.
Admissions
The CUNY School of Medicine offers various admission pathways, including:
- BS/MD Admissions
- BS/MD A Pathway to a Medical Degree
- BS/MD Standards
- BS/MD Requirements
- BS Program
- MD Program
- BS/MD Tuition
- Postbaccalaureate & Special Pathway Admissions
- MPS-HS Program
- About the MPS-HS Program
- MPS-HS Requirements
- MPS-HS Tuition
- Brooklyn College Partnership
- MPS-HS Program
- Physician Assistant Admissions
- PA Admissions Overview
- Become a Physician Assistant
- PA History & Mission
- Program Goals & Achievements
- NCCPA Pass Rate
- PA Attrition
- PA Curriculum
- Physician Assistant Pipeline
- Holistic Admissions Procedure
- Technical Standards
- International Students
- Prerequisites and Requirements
- Admission Requirements
- Promotion & Graduation
- Extended Absence Request
- PA Mandatory Attendance
- PA Probation, Deceleration, and Dismissal
- PA Tuition & Fees
- Tuition Refunds
- Frequently Asked Questions
- ARC-PA Accreditation
- PA Faculty & Staff
- Background Requirements
- Student Handbook
Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid provides students with the information and resources they need to support their education. The team offers guidance on federal, state, institutional, and private funding to assist with tuition, fees, books, and other essential expenses.
Students
The CUNY School of Medicine offers various resources and support services to its students, including:
- Office of Student Affairs
- Office of Student Affairs Overview
- Housing
- AccessAbility Center
- Clinical Accommodations
- Career Advising
- Leaves of Absence and Status Changes
- Requesting Letters
- Student Facilities and Event Requests
- Policies and Reporting Concerns
- Mistreatment Reporting
- Forms
- Absence Request Form
- PAPR Mask Release Form
- Counseling & Wellness Center
- Counseling Services
- Wellness Resources
- Student Health Services
- Student Wellness Clubs and Activities
- Learning Resource Center
- Learning Resource Center Office
- Learning Specialists
- Tutoring Services
- Pre-Matriculation Program
- Office of the Registrar
- Registrar
- Registration Information
- Student Rights (FERPA)
- Academic Calendars
- Student Organizations and Opportunities
- Student Organizations
- Brothers, M.D. Initiative
- Specialty Interest Groups
- Student Government
- Medical Honor Societies
- Student Handbooks
- Medical Library
Education
The CUNY School of Medicine offers various educational programs, including:
- BS/MD Program
- BS/MD Program Overview
- Educational Program Objectives
- Accelerated BS in Biomedical Science
- MD Degree
- LCME Accreditation
- Pre-Matriculation Program
- Physician Assistant Program
- PA Program Overview
- PA History & Mission
- PA Goals
- PA Competencies
- NCCPA Pass Rate
- PA Attrition
- PA Curriculum
- Physician Assistant Pipeline
- Holistic Admissions Procedure
- Technical Standards
- International Students
- Prerequisites and Requirements
- Program Admission
- PA Promotion and Graduation
- Extended Absence Request
- PA Mandatory Attendance
- PA Probation & Dismissal
- PA Tuition & Fees
- Tuition Refunds
- PA Frequently Asked Questions
- PA ARC-PA Accreditation
- PA Faculty and Staff
- Background Requirements
- PA Program Information Session
- PA Cost of Attendance
- Student Handbooks
- Academic Departments
- Academic Departments Overview
- Department of Clinical Medicine
- Department of Community Health and Social Medicine
- Physician Assistant Program
- Department of Medical Education
- Department of Molecular, Cellular and Biomedical Sciences
- Enrichment Programs
- Clinical Affiliates
Research
The CUNY School of Medicine is committed to advancing knowledge and improving healthcare through research. The school offers various research opportunities and resources, including:
- Research Centers
- The NYCenter for Advancing Translational Research & Health
- Molecular Cellular and Biomedical Sciences
- Community Health and Social Medicine
- Advancing Health Professions Education Lab
- Lab Overview
- Projects
- Night-onCall
- Measuring Professional Identity Formation
- Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
- Links
- Student Research
- Student Research Fellowships
- Student Research Partnership Opportunities
- Protocol for Contacting Researchers
- Student Conference Travel Support
- Track of Distinction in Research
- Research Administration
- Funding Opportunities
- Research Resources
- Medical Library