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Student Life

Life at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ

We are a learning community devoted to caring for all of our students. At ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ, there are many opportunities to connect with other students, engage with the community and find support. Explore what it’s like to be a student at one of the nation’s only Historically Black Medical Colleges.


Our Location

Our campus is located in the Watts-Willowbrook neighbohood of south Los Angeles, directly across from the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital. Students and faculty actively serve our immediate community through clinics and healthcare resources.

Numerous fellowship, internship and residency opportunities are just a short distance away.

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College of Nursing lobby with floor to ceiling mural
Group of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ medical students work in a lab
Male student in a mask works in a research lab
Rendering of future Health Professions Education Building exterior
Children in t-shirts smile alongside ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students
Two students review radiology scans at a computer
Students gather around an x-ray machine to review a scan
A nursing student and a faculty member work in the lab alongside a patient mannekin
Our campus is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of South Los Angeles
The Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing offers a variety of programs.
Our College of Medicine offers on-campus facilities and partners with multiple area hospitals for fellowship opportunities.
Several innovative research centers are located on our campus. Our researchers work closely alongside the NIH and CDC.
The future Health Professions Education Building will offer state-of-the-art facilities for our expanding medical programs.
ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students and faculty lead a variety of community engagement programs. Community engagement is an essential part of our curriculum.
The all digital radiology lab provides multiple imaging simulators and equipment to enhance student learning.
The radiology lab is where ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students gain valuable hands-on experience with x-ray, MRI, PET and CT equipment.
Our state-of-the-art nursing simulation center offers a safe and controlled environment for nursing students to refine technical and communication skills.

Student Support

Our strong, supporive culture at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ is intentional. You will be able to thrive as you follow your calling and pursue your dreams.

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Academic Support

We want to support you in the classroom and beyond. Learn about tutoring, campus computer lab space, disability resources and summer program opportunities.

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ student holds up diploma during commencement
Career Services

Our Career Services team is committed to helping you achieve your professional goals. We provide support for students exploring career options, seeking a job or internship, or needing to build professional skills.

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ students enjoying snacks on campus
Health & Wellness

Your physical, mental and emotional health are a priority. Our Student Health and Wellness team offers counseling services that promote student success and emotional well-being. Skilled and culturally sensitive clinical services, outreach and consultation are available to the ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ community.

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Housing

We are a commuter campus, but there are many local housing options near our campus. We are available to help guide you in your search and empower you to find the best housing option while studying at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ.

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Get Involved

Explore the many ways you can be involved in campus life at a HBCU, including student leadership opportunities and clubs.

Resources for Current Students