Leaders in transforming health
The Buckeye experience • Curriculum and learning • Financing your education • Outside the classroom • By the numbers
At The Ohio State University College of Medicine, our mission is to provide a leading, interprofessional education in a welcoming environment that equips the world's most compassionate, sought-after health professionals to serve the diverse and changing needs of patients and communities.
A message from Dr. Moore
Thank you for your interest in The Ohio State University College of Medicine — and for taking the time to get to know us. I’m so glad you’re exploring what it means to be part of our collaborative, supportive community filled with Buckeye Spirit.
Here, you’ll learn alongside peers across the health sciences work with outstanding faculty, and find meaningful ways to grow through research, service and patient care.
As a public land-grant institution, we are committed to improving the health of the communities we serve while preparing innovative physicians who are ready to lead and make a difference. I hope you can picture yourself here — and I look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to campus as a Buckeye!
Amy M. Moore, MD
Interim Dean, The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Interim Vice President for Health Sciences, Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Why choose Ohio State
Hear from our Associate Dean
Dr. Demicha Rankin, associate dean for Admissions, invites you to explore Ohio State’s dynamic, student-centered medical education experience — featuring rigorous preparation, early clinical training, meaningful mentorship, robust research opportunities, and hands-on learning in a new hospital designed for the future of medicine.
At The Ohio State University College of Medicine, more than 2,800 faculty serve as mentors to nearly 5,000 health sciences learners in a high-impact environment shaped by groundbreaking research, record funding and world-class patient care. As part of one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic health centers, students learn to lead with compassion while improving the health of individuals and communities.
The Buckeye experience
Life in Columbus
Known for its friendly communities, Columbus is an active, hospitable and open city. It pairs the rich resources of a world-renowned research institution with the energy of a youthful population, a growing business sector and a thriving economy.
Student stories
Ohio State’s collaborative culture creates a welcoming community for individuals from all walks of life. Explore first-hand accounts of what drew students here for medical school and what they have enjoyed most about their experience.
World-class medical center campus
Across Ohio State’s campus, advanced facilities support research, education and patient care, including a new 26-story University Hospital designed for healing and innovation.
The college fosters a vibrant environment that celebrates learners from all walks of life. This rich background of experiences and perspectives not only enhances our learning, but is invaluable when serving a varied patient population.
M.M.
M3 Student, Ohio State College of Medicine
At Ohio State, MD students join a nationally recognized program focused on student success, expert mentorship, early patient interaction and affordable training through scholarships and flexible residency options.
Curriculum and learning
Financing your medical education
At Ohio State, MD students join a nationally recognized program focused on student success, expert mentorship, early patient interaction and affordable training through scholarships and flexible residency options.
Outside the classroom
By the numbers
Research is an integral part of what makes Ohio State such a force in the global medical community. We channel this commitment to breakthrough science directly into our MD program, training more than 900 medical students to solve for tomorrow's complex health challenges. Learn more about what makes us leaders in transforming health.
- Tier 1"Best Medical School" for Research, U.S. News and World Report, 2026
- 1.2 MSquare feet of research space
- $406 MTotal research awards
2026 Entering class profile
Each year, our entering MD class brings together students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, enriching the learning environment for everyone. Although their paths differ, they share a common goal: to serve patients now and in the future.
2026 MD residency match
Ohio State’s Lead.Serve.Inspire curriculum prepares students through core physician competencies, collaborative learning and community engagement to succeed in top residency programs across the nation.
