Find information and resources about life and academics at IU School of Medicine — at all stages of the medical education journey.
Education programs
Preparing Scientists and Healers
IU School of Medicine offers exceptional training for students wishing to pursue a medical degree, residents and fellows looking for strong inpatient and outpatient training experiences, undergraduate students ready to train as critical medical personnel, graduate students looking for research opportunities and practicing physicians and professionals looking for lifelong learning opportunities.
Modern Medical Education
Through IU School of Medicine’s MD curriculum, medical students benefit from a strong integration of basic science knowledge and clinical experiences. The curriculum also emphasizes interprofessional experiences, providing students opportunities to train alongside colleagues in other fields of medicine. The MD curriculum and supplementary programs such as the school’s Scholarly Concentrations ensure future physicians are prepared to succeed in the modern healthcare environment.
Reputable Residency
IU School of Medicine Graduate Medical Education programs provide a balance of primary, secondary, tertiary and inpatient quarternary care; ambulatory care; emergency care; and community health. This is possible through five main affiliate hospitals and many prestigious research and care centers on the Indianapolis campus and across the state that are staffed by IU School of Medicine faculty.
Advanced Research Training
IU School of Medicine offers a range of programs that lead to a Master’s degree or a PhD. Combined degree programs and doctoral minors are also available. The Graduate Division is the research arm of IU School of Medicine education programs and handles applications to the PhD, MS and certificates programs. Degrees are conferred by IU Graduate School.
Office of Educational Affairs
The Office of Educational Affairs provides support to meet the needs of students as they pursue their medical degrees. This office also serves faculty by providing resources and guidance for curriculum development, program assessment, student evaluation and learning technology. Led by Bradley L. Allen, MD, PhD, interim executive associate dean for educational affairs, the Office of Educational Affairs coordinates educational programs and support services, coordinates activities for Continuing Education, counsels students, coordinates Graduate Medical Education activities, directs of the Office of Medical School Admissions, and oversees and directs educational programs for the Health Professions Programs.
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Providing basic health care for Indy's eastside
The IU Student Outreach Clinic offers primary care-based medical services free of charge for residents on Indianapolis's near eastside.