CUNY School of Medicine Campuses

The CUNY School of Medicine, located on the City College of New York campus in Harlem, offers a rigorous curriculum designed to train physicians committed to serving underserved communities. The flagship program is a seven-year BS/MD track that integrates undergraduate biomedical education with medical school training, emphasizing primary care, public health, and health equity.

• Foundational Sciences: Courses include Molecular and Cell Biology, Organic Chemistry, General Physics, Calculus, and English Composition, building a strong pre-medical base.
• Human Anatomy and Physiology: Detailed study of human body systems through lectures, labs, and dissections.
• Histology and Embryology: Microscopic anatomy and developmental biology.
• Microbiology and Immunology: Pathogens, immune responses, and infectious diseases.
• Biochemistry: Metabolic pathways, molecular genetics, and enzymology.
• Pharmacology: Drug mechanisms, therapeutics, and pharmacodynamics.
• Pathophysiology: Disease processes and clinical correlations.
• Introduction to Clinical Medicine: Patient interviewing, physical exams, and basic clinical skills.
• Behavioral Science and Psychiatry: Mental health, patient communication, and ethics.
• Public Health and Epidemiology: Community health, social determinants, and preventive medicine.
• Clinical Rotations: Third- and fourth-year clerkships in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Family Medicine, Psychiatry, and electives.
• Research and Scholarly Projects: Mandatory research in biomedical or clinical areas, fostering inquiry and innovation.

The curriculum incorporates problem-based learning, team-based sessions, and interprofessional education with nursing and pharmacy students. Emphasis on urban health challenges prepares graduates for diverse practice settings. Additional offerings include a Master of Science in Clinical Research Methods and elective tracks in medical education, global health, and health policy. With small class sizes and mentorship, students receive personalized training to become compassionate, competent physicians addressing healthcare disparities in New York and beyond. The program culminates in USMLE preparation and residency matching success, with over 90% placement rate in primary care residencies.