Medical Education
Medical Education

Degrees & Admissions

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Georgetown University School of Medicine offers degrees and programs in the medical sciences as outlined here.

The school also offers certificatemaster’s and doctoral degrees through its Biomedical Graduate Education.

Medical Degree Programs

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Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program

Georgetown seeks to graduate physicians with a generalist professional education that integrates the scientific, clinical, professional, and “high touch” competencies needed to deliver patient-centered care.

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MD/PhD Program

The MD/PhD Program trains a diverse pool of medical scientists for dedicated careers in biomedical, bioethical and clinical research.

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Dual Degree Programs

A variety of dual degree options allow motivated students to combine their MD with a master’s degree.

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Special Master’s Program in Physiology

This one-year MS in Physiology & Biophysics program is tailored to college graduates who wish to strengthen their credentials for application to U.S. medical schools. 

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Special Programs

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Georgetown Experimental Medical School (GEMS)

This one-year, post-baccalaureate, non-degree educational experience will equip students with learning strategies and advanced academic skills for success in medical education.

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Early Assurance Program (EAP)

The Early Assurance Program allows current Georgetown undergraduates to apply early for admission to the medical education program at Georgetown University School of Medicine. 

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Allied Ophthalmic Personnel Training

Training designed to prepare students for a career assisting ophthalmologists, for those new to ophthalmology and those already employed seeking advanced knowledge and certification. Offered through the Department of Ophthalmology at Georgetown University Medical Center.

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Nondiscrimination Policy

Georgetown University provides educational opportunities without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, age, color, disability, family responsibilities, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, personal appearance, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, source of income, veteran’s status or any other factor prohibited by law in its educational programs and activities. Inquiries regarding Georgetown University’s non-discrimination policy may be addressed to Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action, 37th and O Sts., N.W., Suite M36, Darnall Hall, Georgetown University, Washington, DC 20057.