College of Osteopathic Medicine

The College of Osteopathic Medicine at Indiana University of Pennsylvania is dedicated to educating future physicians who lead with empathy, integrity, and a connection of mind, body, and spirit.

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Become a DO

Grounded in osteopathic philosophy, the college emphasizes compassionate, patient‑centered care and prepares students to meet the physical, emotional, and mental health needs of individuals and communities.

With a strong commitment to wellness, resilience, and service, the College of Osteopathic Medicine seeks to train physicians who care not only for their patients but also for themselves and the health of the communities they serve.

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Academics and Curriculum

Learn about IUPCOM’s academic approach, courses and curriculum, mentoring, support, facilities, and more.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Learn about tuition costs and scholarship and aid opportunities.

Student Support

IUP offers support for students—from academic, health and wellness, career guidance, and more—to help you stay on track and reach your goals.

Message from the Dean

“IUP’s College of Osteopathic Medicine will focus on identifying, recruiting, and educating those hidden healthcare heroes who may not even realize their own potential to become our next generation of physicians. We will carefully refine and document our successes, creating a revolutionary national model for scouting and bolstering future healthcare leaders, especially for our rural communities.” — IUP COM Founding Dean Dr. Miko Rose

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News

PA Department of Human Services, IUP Announce Collaboration to Train Future Physicians at Clarks Summit State Hospital, Boosting Availability of Rural Health Care Workers

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh and leadership from IUP announced the signing of an agreement between Clarks Summit State Hospital and IUP’s College of Osteopathic Medicine that will help educate and train students for future roles in rural health care in the Pennsylvania communities where they are needed most.

24 September 2026

IUP Graduate “Comes Home” for IRMC Family Medicine Residency Program

Tia Harne, DO, a 2021 summa cum laude graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, has “come home” to Indiana as a resident at Indiana Regional Medical Center’s Family Medicine Residency Program.

14 September 2026

Alumni Support for IUPCOM Featured in Sept. 3 AACOM “Smart Brief”

News about IUP alumni Dennis and Regina Stover’s donation to the IUP College of Osteopathic Medicine as part of the school’s Impact 150 campaign was featured in the Sept. 3 issue of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine’s “Smart Brief.”

11 September 2026

IUPCOM Holds Inaugural Student Interview Day on Sept. 4

A total of 27 students from throughout Pennsylvania and from seven states, including California, traveled to IUP for the College of Osteopathic Medicine’s inaugural student interview day on September 4.

11 September 2026

IUP College of Osteopathic Medicine, Adelphoi Village Celebrate Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement

On September 9, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Adelphoi Village celebrated the formal signing of a clinical training affiliation agreement for future students at IUP’s College of Osteopathic Medicine.

10 September 2026