Osteopathic Medicine

• Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Genetics 
• Clinical Skills 
• Dermatology
• Foundations of Immunology 
• Foundations of Medical Research 
• Foundations of Microbiology 
• Foundations of Pharmacology 
• Foundations of Pathology 
• Human Anatomy 
• Musculoskeletal Medicine 
• Neurology 1 & 2
• Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine 
• Physiology 
• Professional Medical Practice 
• Psychiatry

• Cardiology
• Clinical Skills 
• Endocrine System 
• Foundations of Medical Research 
• Gastroenterology
• Hematology & Immunology 
• Medical Knowledge Integration (COMLEX-USA Level 1 & USMLE Step 1 prep program)
• Nephrology 
• Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine 
• Professional Medical Practice 
• Pulmonary
• Reproductive Health, Urology 

• Family Medicine* (4 weeks)
• Internal Medicine 1 & 2* (8 weeks)
• Med-Surg Selective (4 weeks)
• Medical Selective (4 weeks)
• Obstetrics/Gynecology* (4 weeks)
• Pediatrics* (4 weeks)
• Professional Medical Practice 5 & 6 (44 weeks)
• Psychiatry* (4 weeks)
• Rural/Underserved/International* (4 weeks)
• Simulation (4 weeks)
• Surgery* (4 weeks)

* Denotes Core/Required Rotations

• Electives 1, 2, 3 & 4 (16 weeks)**
• Emergency Medicine* (4 weeks)
• Geriatrics* (4 weeks)
• Medicine Selective 1 & 2 (8 weeks)
• Primary Care Selective (4 weeks)
• Surgical Selective (4 weeks)
• Transition to Residency 1 & 2 (41 weeks)

* Denotes Core Rotation

**One elective should be a sub-internship in the specialty the student plans to go into

You understand the importance of research and how it contributes to the greater good. We do, too, and our faculty will encourage you to join them in conducting and participating in research and other scholarly activities in biomedical, clinical and translational research. By doing so, you not only contribute to the larger body of scientific and medical knowledge of our community, but you improve your application for residency positions.

Full enrollment for Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine (DUQCOM) will reach 170 students per class starting in 2026.

• The inaugural class (2024) welcomed 85 students.

• The second class (2025) grew to 137 students.

• Applications are now open for our next class—and we look forward to welcoming you!

• Tuition is $61,000 per year for Fall 2024; Scholarships are available
• Duquesne’s FAFSA school code is 003258. 

Yes, we will offer an Early Decision Admissions Track (EDT), and an applicant’s preference for being considered for early admissions can be designated on the secondary application. Interviews for early admissions begin in July of the year prior to matriculation.

Dependent on class availability and in limited cases, students who would like to transfer to DUQCOM may be accepted if they have:

• Advanced academic standing from other accredited US medical schools.
• Good academic standing with compelling circumstances and qualifications.
• Successfully completed all requirements of the first two years of the curriculum.
• And, if transferring from an allopathic medical school, achieved an acceptable level of competency in osteopathic philosophy, training and manipulative medical techniques prior to transfer approval.

Yes, DUQCOM is a professional school and members of our community represent the Medical School, the University and the profession. It is the expectation that all students, faculty and staff maintain professionalism in their appearance, hygiene and behavior.

Your medical school classes start every July. The incoming cohort will start with a two-day orientation program prior to classes beginning. 

• Most courses follow an A-F grading scale, with 70% considered passing.
• Several courses are offered on a pass-fail basis.
• Clinical rotations are graded on the conventional honors, high pass and pass scale.

• MS1 and MS2 students must maintain a minimum required attendance of 80% of all lectures in each course, and 100% attendance for a number of learning activities including laboratory sessions, group- and team-based learning activities, clinical skills and clinical application sessions, simulations, and testing.
• MS3 and MS4 students are required to attend all clinical rotation activities, exams and DUQCOM educational sessions.

At DUQCOM, your success and well-being are our priority. We provide a comprehensive network of support to help you thrive:

• Academic support: Peer tutoring, faculty and course directors, assigned biomedical and clinical faculty advisors, and the Department of Academic Excellence.

• Faculty mentoring: Our open-door policy ensures you have direct access to faculty guidance. Long-term mentoring relationships include physicians, basic science faculty, and librarian mentors to support your growth.

• Wellness resources: Students have access to extensive on-campus services for physical and emotional wellness, as well as 24/7 off-campus resources to meet their needs anytime.

We are here to support you every step of the way—academically, emotionally, and physically—so you can focus on becoming the physician you aspire to be.

This Handbook is your guide to the Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine (DUQCOM or the COM). It contains program-related information as well as information related to the policies, procedures, and resources applicable to DUQCOM applicants and students. This Handbook works in conjunction with other Duquesne University policies, regulations, agreements, and guidelines, and is not a contract. It is not all-inclusive of the policies and procedures of DUQCOM. DUQCOM reserves the right to amend and update this document as needed without notice, as circumstances dictate. Applicants and students are required to follow all policies and procedures that are outlined in this Handbook. Violations of any of the aforementioned regulations are subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.