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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

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Medicus Blood Drive

Monday, September 28, 2026 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, September 28th, 2026 at the Iowa Memorial Union. Help the University of Iowa climb the Abbott & Big Ten We Give Blood Drive leaderboard and received a special-edition t-shirt from Abbott, while supplies last!
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Degowin Blood Drive @ Lindquist Center

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 11:00am to 3:00pm
Lindquist Center
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 at the Lindquist Center. Help the University of Iowa climb the Abbott & Big Ten We Give Blood Drive leaderboard and received a special-edition t-shirt from Abbott, while supplies last!

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Internal Medicine Research Day

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 11:00am to 4:00pm
Medical Education Research Facility
Annual Research Day to highlight and celebrate the scientific work of department faculty, fellows and science staff
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