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Welcome to VCOM

The MISSION of the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) is to prepare globally-minded, community-focused physicians to meet the needs of rural and medically underserved populations and promote research to improve human health.

45%

of VCOM students are from rural communities with populations under 30,000

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#5

most affordable private medical school according to U.S. News & World Report

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59%

of graduates practice in states with medically underserved counties where primary care is most needed

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Campus Life

All our campuses have the same academic program, but your experience will be shaped by which location you choose. We have campuses in Virginia, South Carolina, Alabama, and Louisiana — each with its own faculty members, student groups, and university affiliations. Take a tour to decide which is the best fit for you. 

 

Campus Life

Public Notification of Opportunity for Third Party Comments

As required by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine invites third party comments regarding the quality of its educational program.  These comments are being sought in preparation for VCOM’s upcoming routine comprehensive review by the COCA that will occur April 21 – May 1, 2025.  Comments should be submitted directly to the COCA at predoc@osteopathic.org