Yes, UAG School of Medicine (SOM) is fully accredited. The school is recognized and approved by the Mexican government to confer medical degrees. It is also accredited by the Mexican Council for the Accreditation of Medical Education (COMAEM), which is comparable to the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) in the U.S., as determined by the U.S. Department of Education. This accreditation allows UAG to participate in the U.S. Federal Student Loan Program and ensures that graduates are eligible for residency programs and medical licensure in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and other countries.
 

These accreditations and recognitions assure that UAG meets international standards for medical education, preparing its students for successful medical careers globally.

The 4-year MD program at UAG School of Medicine is designed to provide students with a comprehensive medical education that combines rigorous academic study with hands-on clinical training. Here's a breakdown of how it works:

1. Basic Sciences (Years 1 and 2)

• Location: Primarily held at UAG’s International Campus in Guadalajara, Mexico.

• Focus: Students begin with pre-clinical coursework, learning foundational subjects such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology. The curriculum is systems-based, which integrates multiple disciplines to offer a holistic understanding of the human body.
• Hands-On Training: Early clinical exposure is a key part of the UAG experience. Students start their clinical skills training from the first semester through simulation labs and patient interactions.

2. Clinical Sciences (Years 3 and 4)

• Location: Clinical rotations can be completed in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the United States, allowing students to gain diverse, real-world medical experience.

• Focus: In these two years, students participate in clinical rotations across major specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology, and more. These rotations help students apply the knowledge they’ve gained in real patient settings.

This structured approach ensures that by the end of the four years, students are well-prepared for residency programs in the U.S., equipped with both academic knowledge and practical skills.