Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine centers its education on whole-person care, preparing future physicians and health professionals to look beyond symptoms and consider the broader needs of each patient. Founded in 1899, PCOM offers doctoral, graduate, and certificate programs through its College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Health Professions and Sciences, School of Pharmacy, and School of Professional and Applied Psychology. At the Philadelphia campus, students can pursue osteopathic medicine, biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, forensic medicine, mental health counseling, applied behavior analysis, cancer biology, and clinical or school psychology.

Learning is designed to be collaborative, with opportunities for research, community outreach, clinical education, and interprofessional training across disciplines. Prospective students can compare program prerequisites, degree formats, admissions timelines, financial aid, clinical experiences, and career pathways before applying. PCOM is particularly relevant for students who want a health-focused academic environment where scientific training, patient-centered thinking, and professional preparation are closely connected from the beginning of their education and through advanced clinical training.