Welcome
The Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine seeks qualified students who exemplify the interests, commitment to serve, and intellectual and conceptual skills that our college instills in all its faculty, staff, and students. The Admissions Committee values each individual’s unique experiences, strengths, and background.
Mission Statement
The Carver College of Medicine has three inextricably linked missions: education, research, and service. The college aspires to be responsive to the needs of society through the excellence of its educational programs in the health professions and biomedical sciences, by the outstanding quality of its research, and through the provision of innovative and comprehensive health care and other services.
Read more about our course requirements here.
Upcoming Events
AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair, Wednesday, March 29, 2023
New Horizons Curriculum
Our curriculum is designed around the three I's: Innovation, Integration, and Individualization. We have designed the curriculum to be unique and more hands-on for students. Explore the Carver College of Medicine’s New Horizons MD Curriculum further.
Distinction Tracks
Our distinction tracks allow students to pursue their interests within the classroom, while the various attractions around Iowa City allow them to foster their outside interests as well. We offer the following six tracks:
Global Health
Healthcare Delivery Science and Management
Humanities
Research
Service
TeachingWhat makes Carver College of Medicine unique
New Horizons Curriculum
Curriculum focused on the student and hands-on experiences
Distinction Tracks
Tailoring an education to who you are
UI Health Care System
Diverse opportunities in specialties and locations
Learning Communities
Creating a collaborative environment and identifying mentors