The Baylor College of Medicine Experience
Baylor College of Medicine is a health sciences university dedicated to training the next generation of leaders in the biomedical field. We are committed to transforming healthcare both locally and globally, which is reflected in our focus on inquiry, service and innovation. Baylor is a top-ranked school with diverse, supportive and service-oriented students, trainees and faculty. We provide the curriculum, services, resources and support to help you succeed. You provide the passion, effort and commitment. Together, we will transform your dreams into your future.
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Baylor College of Medicine participates in the Texas Medical & Dental Schools Application Service (TMDSAS) and the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS). All traditional M.D. applicants are required to complete a TMDSAS application to be considered for an interview. All M.D./Ph.D. (MSTP) applicants are required to complete an AMCAS application to be considered for an interview. Baylor also has a supplemental application. Deadline information is posted at both application locations.
One School, Two Campuses
As part of Baylor’s commitment to caring for Texans across the state, we now have a regional campus located in Temple, Texas. Our inaugural class in Temple started in summer 2023 and expanded our medical student class to 226, our largest ever. Baylor Scott & White Health serves as the home of the Baylor College of Medicine School of Medicine Temple campus. Students at both campuses will have the opportunity to train in Texas’ top healthcare institutions while training under Baylor’s curriculum, faculty and mission.
The Baylor Clinical Experience
Clinical experiences are critical to the education and, ultimately, the career you want. Our location within the world’s largest medical complex, as well as our affiliations with renowned hospitals, clinics and additional training sites throughout Texas ensure that our students, residents and fellows are exposed to patients with a range of health issues, ages and socioeconomic strata.
Wellness
Maintaining your physical and mental wellbeing throughout medical training is essential to your success. Our student wellness (BCM LIFE) and resident / fellow (BCM BeWell) programs are designed to support you at every step of your journey.
I could just tell during my interview that Baylor College of Medicine was a really special place. When I met the students, that’s when it kind of cinched for me – just getting to experience the community that they built and how much every student really cared about the success of their classmates.
2024 Commencement
Baylor College of Medicine celebrated the graduating class of 2024, which included 170 students from the School of Medicine, 99 graduates from the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and nine students from the Genetic Counseling Program in the School of Health Professions.
Match Day 2024
Fourth-year medical students at Baylor College of Medicine learn where they will continue their medical training on Match Day, a nationwide event for medical students. This event marks the culmination of the annual National Resident Matching Program that pairs fourth-year medical students with residency programs throughout the U.S.
Accreditation
SACSCOC
Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award master’s and doctorate degrees. Degree-granting institutions may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Baylor College of Medicine may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Ga. 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Branch Campus
Baylor College of Medicine School of Medicine – Temple is a branch campus of Baylor College of Medicine located in Temple, Texas, and is dependent on the continued accreditation of the parent campus located in Houston, Texas.
LCME
Baylor College of Medicine is also accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (a joint committee representing the American Medical Association and the Association of American Medical Colleges). Students may review all accreditation, state approval and licensure documents upon request.
Smoke Free
Baylor College of Medicine is a tobacco-free campus.