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Forging the future of medicine

At UAB, we’re training the next generation of physicians and physician-scientists, answering basic scientific questions that lead to medical innovations, and bringing the highest quality health care to all of our patients. UAB is the heartbeat of Birmingham and an integral medical leader in the Southeast.

1,800+
Faculty
40+
Centers & Institutes
27
Departments
Four campuses. One mission.
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Serving our state and region

At UAB, collaboration is a way of life, and we’re bringing together the brightest minds to improve health outcomes for all.

Academic Year Term Dates

Annual Expected Diploma Dates are the first Saturday in June. See Heersink School of Medicine Calendars for more information on the academic year and curriculum dates.


  2024-2025 Academic Term: Expected Diploma Date
MS1, Class of 2028 July 22, 2024-June 8, 2025
June 3, 2028
MS2, Class of 2027 June 24, 2024-June 29, 2025 June 5, 2027
MS3, Class of 2026 June 24, 2024-June 29, 2025 June 6, 2026
MS4, Class of 2025 June 24, 2024-June 1, 2025 June 7, 2025

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