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School of Medicine School of Medicine

Advancing medicine through exceptional training, world-class research and compassionate patient care.

Why Choose UC San Diego?

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Research Excellence

Discover and innovate the future of health care at a leading health sciences institution.
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Community

Thrive on your educational journey with the support of mentors, faculty and peers.
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Health Equity

Address health disparities through educational, research, and clinical training opportunities.
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Location

Enjoy the outdoors, beautiful weather and a vibrant multicultural community in San Diego.

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Medical Education

At UC San Diego, you will gain a strong scientific foundation coupled with clinical training grounded in empathy and compassion. You will graduate prepared to help advance the health of our patients, families and communities.

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Research & Innovation

With one nation's largest health sciences research portfolios, we are at the forefront of transformative scientific discoveries.

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Culture of Belonging

We are profoundly committed to EDI for health equity and justice. Identifying and correcting disparities in health care is central to our curriculum.

Learn About Our Commitment to Inclusion

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Giving to School of Medicine

Your gifts help to train the physicians of tomorrow. Donations fund our scholarships program for promising students to realize their potential and add their talents to improved healthcare outcomes.

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UC San Diego School of Medicine and LCME Accreditation
The UC San Diego School of Medicine is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). The school’s last accreditation review occurred in 2018, after which it received a full, eight-year term of accreditation. The next LCME accreditation visit will take place in April 2026.