Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Erie, PA
1858 W Grandview Blvd, Erie, PA 16509-1025
814-866-6641

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) is a private medical school in Erie, Pennsylvania. The school was founded in 1992 and offers the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. LECOM is one of the largest medical schools in the United States and is the largest osteopathic medical school in the world. The school has campuses in Erie and Greensburg, Pennsylvania, as well as an online campus. LECOM is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and is a member of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

LECOM offers a four-year DO program as well as graduate programs in pharmacy, physician assistant studies, and public health. The school also offers a unique 3+4 accelerated program which allows students to complete their undergraduate degree and DO degree in seven years. LECOM has a diverse student body with students coming from all over the United States and several foreign countries. The school offers a supportive environment with small class sizes and a low student-to-faculty ratio.

LECOM is committed to primary care and trains its students to be competent, caring, and ethical physicians. The school has a strong emphasis on osteopathic principles and practices. LECOM graduates are well-prepared to enter residency training and to provide quality patient care. The school has a strong track record of placing its graduates in residency programs across the country. LECOM is an affordable option for medical education with tuition and fees that are lower than many other medical schools. The school offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help students meet the cost of attendance.

LECOM is an excellent choice for students who are interested in primary care and want to become competent, caring, and ethical physicians. The school offers a supportive environment, small class sizes, and a low student-to-faculty ratio. LECOM graduates are well-prepared to enter residency training and to provide quality patient care.



Quick Facts

Enrollment: 4336

Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above

Main Website: https://www.lecom.edu/

Financial Aid: https://lecom.edu/admissions/tuition-and-financial-aid/