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The Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine seeks qualified students who exemplify the interests, commitment to serve, and intellectual and conceptual skills that our college instills in all its faculty, staff, and students. The Admissions Committee values each individual’s unique experiences, strengths, and background.

Our Mission: CHANGING MEDICINE. CHANGING LIVES.®

As Iowa’s comprehensive academic health system, UI Health Care:

  • Provides high-quality care across Iowa and throughout the region.
  • Teaches and trains the next generation of physicians, scientists, and health care professionals.
  • Seeks research discoveries that advance understanding of human health and disease and lead to new therapies and treatments.
  • Offers programs and services to communities that address identified health needs and provide measurable improvements in health
    care access, health status, and the use of health care resources.

What sets the Carver College of Medicine apart

Distinction Tracks

Tailoring an education to who you are

University of Iowa Health Care

Diverse opportunities in specialties and locations

MD Curriculum

Curriculum focused on the student and hands-on experiences

Learning Communities

Creating a collaborative environment and identifying mentors

Meet one of our students!

College of Medicine Events

Skills for Educators Workshop: Debriefing for Simulation and Clinical Education

Friday, September 19, 2025 8:30am to 11:30am
University of Iowa Health Care University Campus
Debriefing is how we help learners make meaning out of critical experiences in simulation and clinical education. Learn how specific debriefing techniques can improve student and trainee learning and development.

Run for Your Liver, Run for Your Life 5K

Sunday, September 21, 2025 9:00am to 11:00am
Centennial Park
Run for Your Liver, Run for Your Life 5K
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Hardin Open Workshops - Scopus and Web of Science

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Virtual
Scopus and Web of Science
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