An Active Environment
VCOM promotes an active lifestyle across our four campuses. The Virginia campus offers outdoor trails, including the Appalachian Trail, as well as the New River Trail for biking and the New River for swimming and fishing. Additionally, it features a yearly Adventure Race that combines kayaking, biking, and running. The Carolinas campus provides local YMCA activities, an outdoor fitness path, and access to many community trails, bike paths, and parks. Our Auburn campus features a lakeside walking path, two nearby state parks for hiking, biking, and lake activities. The Louisiana campus, situated along Bayou Desiard, features a walking path and offers water activities. There are also nearby state parks. VCOM and university agreements provide VCOM students with access to various campus amenities, including exercise facilities, libraries, and sporting events, among others.
The VCOM Family
Throughout their time at VCOM, the student experiences a family-like environment. There are numerous opportunities for students to engage with their classmates outside the classroom. Sponsored by the college and student organizations, students and faculty gather for picnics, intramural events, and social and cultural activities. Each campus is equipped with patios and student group rooms that allow the VCOM family to gather. Supporting our students, each campus offers the use of a meditation room and activities to promote a healthy mind, body, and spirit through the Via Wellness program. The Via Wellness program enriches campus life through a diverse range of sports, fitness, exercise, and social, cultural, and spiritual events. Students, faculty, staff, and their family members are welcome to participate in all Via Wellness activities.
Campus Atmosphere
Each campus provides a student-centered atmosphere. Many activities are common across campuses, and others are specific to reflect the local culture of that campus.
Student Organizations
Services performed by student organizations benefit not only the community and the region but also the student members, as they gain valuable knowledge, skills, and experience. Students are encouraged to learn about all organizations and committees and to participate in those that will advance their career and personal interests as well as serve the community.
Our Campuses
While our academic programs follow the same structure across campuses, your medical school experience will be shaped by the location you choose. We have four campuses, each with its own faculty members, student groups, and university affiliations. Schedule a tour of one or more VCOM campuses to decide which is the best fit for you.
