Congratulations on your student’s admission to the University of Michigan Medical School!
Through Parent Pulse, we hope to give you a deeper look and broader understanding of what the life of your med student might look like.
We're excited to share with you what makes Michigan Medical School a special place: our campus, our community, our commitment to serving others, our city, and the individuals who inspire us every day.
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
Important Dates
February 1 — FAFSA & University of Michigan Institutional Application for Student Aid Deadline
Mid-March — Admissions Scholarship Announcements
April 30 — National Medical School Commitment Date
July 21 — White Coat Ceremony
July 22 — M1 Launch (a.k.a. Orientation)
Julie Blaszczak, MD, MEHP: Caring for community
"One of the most important aspects of Michigan Medicine that drew me to stay is what feels like the infinite resources and opportunities available to explore any interest. Whether it is within education, leadership, clinical care or research, you will find the community you need here."
Beginner's Guide to Medical School
As a fourth-year med student, Rasna surveyed her peers and compiled this handy list of common terms you will become familiar with over the next few years. Consider this your head start.
Curriculum: Our Best Efforts to Bring Out Their Best
Through our innovative curriculum, students boost their knowledge base, craft their path and take their place at the forefront of change in medicine. Here’s how our Trunks and Branches curriculum will help them get there.
Financial Aid: Your Questions Answered
Getting ready for the realities of med school includes learning all you can about financial aid options available to your student and how you can help.
Michigan Top 10
From rankings to breakthroughs, Michigan’s got a lot of good things going for it. Check out these 10 interesting facts.
You're Invited
There are many ways you can get to know us better over the next few months. We recommend starting with these:
Dose of Reality Med Student Blog
Go behind the white coat with our current students for an insider view of the Michigan Medical School experience.
Read through a series of Q&As with our faculty, current students and alumni.
Social Media
Follow us on Instagram @UMichMedSchool for a candid look at med school life at Michigan as captured by our current students, including Stories that provide a fun glimpse into their daily activities.
