The College of Medicine's MD program trains future physicians in the science and art of medicine. At Drexel, our medical students learn to combine cutting-edge technology with the highest level of compassion in the practice of medicine.
The MD program works closely with Drexel University's other colleges and schools as well as with the Philadelphia community. Our students have the opportunity to explore their scientific and clinical interests throughout their four years. Our long-standing partnerships with several affiliate training sites expose students to diverse patient populations and a variety of health conditions.
The program's innovative curriculum, experienced faculty and vibrant student life provide Drexel medical students with an outstanding educational experience.
Statement from the Office of Admissions Regarding Academic Work Affected by the COVID-19 Outbreak
The Office of Admissions would like to address the concerns of MD program applicants regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, which has caused unprecedented disruption to academic work. The College of Medicine is keenly aware of the many challenges that applicants have faced.
Please be advised of the following:
- The Admissions Committee will accept pass/fail, online and courses not taken at an applicant’s “home school” without penalty to the applicant.
- Applicants will not be penalized for experiences they had planned to complete or participate in that were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
For questions, please contact the Admissions Office by email at medadmis@drexel.edu.
Drexel University College of Medicine - Closer Look Days
Join us for Drexel University College of Medicine’s virtual Closer Look Days, designed to give prospective MD students an in-depth and authentic glimpse into life at DUCOM. Hosted by our current MD students, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with those who are living the experience.
Session Dates and Topics
- Session #1: Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 7pm ET | "A Closer Look Into… Foundations and Frontiers”
- Session #2: Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7pm ET | “A Closer Look Into… Dragon Life”
- Session #3: Monday, February 3, 2025 at 7pm ET | “A Closer Look Into… Life Outside of DUCOM”
- Session #4: Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 7pm ET | “A Closer Look Into… Why DUCOM Should Be Your #1 Choice”
- Session #5: Monday, May 12, 2025 at 7pm ET | “A Closer Look Into… Things I Wish I Knew”
News
The College of Medicine inducted the newest members into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and Gold Humanism Honor Society during a ceremony and banquet on March 25, 2025, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue. Read more.
Orthopaedic Surgery Interest Group Travel Scholarship
Simran Shamith, MD class of 2026, recently received the Orthopaedic Surgery Interest Group's travel scholarship funded by the Norman Johanson, MD Orthopedic Fund to attend the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Conference in March 2025. Their work, "Enhanced Recovery After Surgery for Arthroplasty versus Arthroscopy - a Cross Procedure Comparison of Postoperative Opioid Prescriptions In Iowa’s Billion Pill Pledge Program" and "Reducing Post-Operative Opioids Across Different Surgical Specialties – Enhanced Recovery Pathways" was presented during podium presentations. The conference was an opportunity for students and residents, who will be future colleagues, to meet and network.
The College of Medicine celebrated Match Day, when fourth-year medical students learn where they will do their residency training, with the largest class in its history and at two campuses for the first time. Read more.
Scrub Donation Drive
After completing their anatomy course, College of Medicine students celebrated by organizing a scrubs and shoe donation to benefit local organizations. To date, about 200 sets of scrubs have been collected to benefit organizations including ScrubHaven, Animal Care and Control Team, Philadelphia Black Women’s Health Alliance and the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society. Shoes are being collected for the MORE Foundation Group. Anyone who would like to donate to this effort can contact Sara Solomon at sms858@drexel.edu.
Alumni and guests gathered to celebrate Founders’ Day at the Queen Lane campus on March 11, kicking off the 175th anniversary celebration of the establishment of one of the College of Medicine’s predecessor institutions. Read more.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
“My path to medicine has been deeply influenced by both my family and personal experiences. My father has owned a pest control business for decades, where I worked part-time from a young age. During my junior year of high school, my father was involved in an accident in which he fractured his sacrum and three vertebrae in his spine. In the months that followed, I watched as rehabilitation restored his independence and shaped his recovery. This experience led me to start pursuing a career in the rehabilitation field to positively impact the lives of patients and their families as others did for my father.” Read more.
“Medical school thus far has surpassed my expectations in every way possible. Perhaps the novelty of it all hasn’t worn off yet, but I genuinely feel like I am living the dream (most days). Learning about the human body has been an absolute privilege, and I am eager to continue developing into my professional self both in the classroom and in the clinic.” Read more.
“I am thoroughly enjoying medical school so far. The challenge of learning complex material is gratifying, and I love collaborating with my classmates. Although the workload can be intense, I find energy in learning about the human body and sharing that knowledge with others. I appreciate the diverse learning styles at Drexel including the ILs, TBLs, CBLs, and lab. This variety makes for a very dynamic learning experience.” Read more.
Learn more about a typical week as a Drexel Med student.
Contact Information
Drexel University College of Medicine
Office of Admissions
60 N. 36th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
215.991.8202
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