At IUP, your success is about more than academics. As a future osteopathic medical student, you will be supported as a whole person with resources designed to help you thrive in the classroom, in clinical settings, and in life. Across the university, IUP offers academic support, health and wellness resources, disability accommodations, career guidance, and individualized student support services to help you stay on track and reach your goals.
Graduate Medical Education and Career Advising
From your first day in medical school through residency preparation, you will have access to guidance that helps you plan with purpose. Support in graduate medical education and career advising will help you explore specialties, prepare for clinical training, understand the residency match process, and build a path aligned with your goals and values. This guidance is designed to help you make informed decisions and prepare confidently for the next stage of your medical career. IUP’s college is built around preparing physicians to serve communities where they are needed most, with strong attention to professional development and long-term success.
Whole-Student Support
Your path to becoming a physician starts with open doors and a welcoming community. IUPCOM provides our medical students with both preventative and crisis 24/7 services, specifically dedicated to supporting IUPCOM medical students, that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In addition, there are in-house resources for writing support, academic success, accessibility, student wellness, career development, and community connection. Whether you need practical help, personal support, or professional guidance, you will be part of a university community committed to helping you succeed every step of the way.