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University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine
375 Newton Road Iowa City, IO 52242
Campus location(s): Iowa City
The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine is a 4-year MD-granting program that offers students a number of ways to explore their interests, from rural health to teaching, while receiving their medical education. The Carver College of Medicine has a curriculum based on innovation, where the scientific content is taught in the context of mechanisms of health. Students have early clinical experience integrated with the scientific curriculum. The curriculum is individualized such that students have a great deal of choice in the last three semesters. The College of Medicine also assigns both medical students and PA students to a learning community for the entire duration of medical school.
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
3200 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IO 50312
Campus location(s): Des Moines
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine is a 4-year DO-granting program that welcomed its first class in 1898. The College of Osteopathic Medicine has multiple unique aspects. Every student receives NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) training. Des Moines University provides a small college environment that values community, so students can know everyone on campus. There also is a program where second-year students tutor first-year students at no cost. There are numerous clubs, electives, and opportunities to pursue your individual interests at DMU-COM.