Pennsylvania State University-College of Medicine

Hershey, PA
500 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033-2360
717-531-8563

Founded in 1963, the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is the medical school of the Pennsylvania State University. It is located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, adjacent to the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The college offers a four-year curriculum leading to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. The college also offers joint degree programs, including the MD/PhD, MD/MPH, and MD/MBA.

The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. The college is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.

The college offers a four-year curriculum leading to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. The curriculum includes two years of basic sciences, followed by two years of clinical sciences. The basic sciences curriculum includes coursework in anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology, and physiology. The clinical sciences curriculum includes coursework in internal medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology.

The college also offers joint degree programs, including the MD/PhD, MD/MPH, and MD/MBA. These programs allow students to earn both the MD and another degree in a shorter period of time than it would take to earn each degree separately.

The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine has a diverse student body. Students come from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The college is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.

The college offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including student organizations, community service opportunities, and research opportunities. The college also offers a number of resources to support students, including a career center, a counseling center, and a health and wellness center.



Quick Facts

Type: Public, 4-year or above

Main Website: https://med.psu.edu/

Financial Aid: https://studentaid.psu.edu/