Everything students need for their journey through medical school.

Student Resources

Our No. 1 goal is for students to feel at home as part of the Columbia community. To this end, faculty and administrative staff work together to create a student-centered experience.

Academic Calendar

View our academic schedule by class, learn about our USMLE deadlines, and plan for our signature school events from the White Coat Ceremony to Commencement.
Two Class of 2017 Columbia medical school graduates give each other a high five at Commencement.

Career Planning

Start exploring career options as early as your first year. Learn about career options and areas of specialty as well as the residency application process.

Honor Code and Policies

Read the Student Honor Code and our policies about the professional and ethical standards required for the practice of medicine.
Columbia P&S Building

Office of Student Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Meet the Student Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging team, view resources for students and learn about campus initiatives.
A male medical student accepts an award from Dr. Hilda Hutcherson at Columbia's BALSO event.

Student Research at VP&S

Explore opportunities for scientific, clinical, and global health research, find a mentor, and explore research seminar options.

Office of Student Affairs

Meet the Student Affairs team, learn about the VP&S Club, and view information about medical school milestones.
Medical students in the Class of 2020 read the Hippocratic oath at Columbia's transition ceremony.

Upcoming Events

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