The University of Georgia School of Medicine is now accepting applications for its inaugural class, marking a major milestone for medical education in the state.
The announcement follows the school’s preliminary accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education on Feb. 13, clearing the way for UGA to begin recruiting its first class of future physicians.
Open house
To introduce prospective students to the program, the School of Medicine will host an in-person open house on Feb. 27. The school will also offer additional information sessions about the campus and admissions process. Representatives will attend health fairs across the state, including the UGA Health Professions Fair on Feb. 26.
School leaders say they are looking for applicants who reflect the program’s mission to improve health outcomes across Georgia.
“We are seeking students who are ready to help set the standard for the type of physicians we will strive to produce at the School of Medicine — collaborative, compassionate and committed to improving health across Georgia,” said Founding Dean Shelley Nuss.
Application process
Primary applications are due March 6, and secondary applications are due March 13. The school will conduct rolling interviews, with final decisions expected in April. Sixty students are expected to enroll when classes begin this fall.
The launch of the School of Medicine will make UGA the second public medical school in Georgia. State leaders have cited the need for expanded in-state medical education, as Georgia ranks 39th nationally in active patient care physicians per capita and 41st in public medical students per capita. Officials say increasing training opportunities within the state is a key step toward strengthening Georgia’s physician workforce and improving access to care statewide.
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