Howard University College of Medicine, college of medicine of Howard University
Howard University College of Medicine is a medical school in Washington, D.C., where future doctors receive training to become physicians. The school offers a four-year medical degree program along with specialized studies in genetics, microbiology, biochemistry, and other health science fields.
The school was founded in 1868, three years after the Civil War ended, to train Black students in medical education and healthcare. Throughout its history, it has produced notable physicians including the performer of the first successful heart surgery and reached a significant milestone in 2022 when its first Black female dean took leadership.
The school carries the motto "Truth and Service" as a guiding principle for its community and mission. Students from diverse backgrounds and countries study together here in an environment that values cultural inclusion and mutual respect.
The school is centrally located in Washington, D.C., near major medical institutions, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Library of Medicine. Prospective students can find resources on the school's website and reach out to the college with questions about admissions or campus life.
Students train with simulated patients at the school using a virtual center that recreates realistic clinical scenarios. This system helps future doctors improve practical skills before working with actual patients in hospital settings.
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