Medical Education Admissions

“As an alumnus of the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, I greatly respect the legacy of our founders. When Abraham Flexner, who changed medical education a century ago, wanted to help establish an academic medical school in New York, he turned to the University of Rochester as an ideal place for "a medical school of the highest order." That remains our goal. Enthusiasm for knowledge, passion for discovery, and a spirit of humanism pervade the School. People who train here receive an excellent education, know what it means to be a truly caring physician, and value research as an approach to understand disease. We welcome your interest.”

Bradford C. Berk, M.D., Ph.D.
Senior Vice President for Health Sciences; Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Center and Strong Health

“Applicants to the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry are bright, diverse, and talented men and women who are drawn to the medical profession by their love of learning and commitment to serve others. In addition to a sound foundation in the sciences, entering Rochester students often have participated in significant community service, have had exposure to clinical work, and have been active in research.”

John T. Hansen, Ph.D.
Associate Dean For Admissions