We’re student-centered, so you'll be patient-centered

Making Your Dream a Reality

Whether your ultimate goal is to practice in a primary care field or in any of the countless medical specialties or subspecialties, our College of Osteopathic Medicine will provide you with the education you need to become a highly competent and compassionate physician.

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100 Years Strong

Founded in 1916, our College of Osteopathic Medicine is the largest medical school in Missouri and one of the five original schools of osteopathic medicine.

A leader in osteopathic medicine for more than a century, we offer you hands-on learning within your first year and access to clerkships sites across the nation.

Program Overview

From the first day of your medical education, you’ll acquire hands-on clinical experience, preparing you earlier to become a more effective physician. Clinical enhancements, such as human patient simulators and standardized patients, teach vital patient-physician communication skills.

Curriculum

Years 1 - 4

Competencies

Programmatic Level Objectives

Clerkships

Clinical Experience

Dual Degrees

DO/MBA in Health Care Leadership

DO/Masters in Bioethics

Residency

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Fellowships

Clinical Anatomy

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Benefits

At KCU, we offer more than just a degree.

A close-knit community of students, faculty and staff
Abundant opportunities to gain early clinical experience
Real life international medicine training
Award-winning, modified systems-based curriculum
A wide variety of scholarship opportunities
Undergraduate fellowships
Specialized military tracks
Faculty members with real-world knowledge who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals

Value

Four years that will carry you through a lifetime.

One of the top-ranking osteopathic medical colleges in terms of students' performance on national board examinations
Great selection of clerkships and residencies across the nation
A network of more than 8,000 practicing alumni
Specialized training in osteopathic manipulation treatment