Student Evaluation & Regulation

Academic Evaluation
Evaluation in the first two years and the senior year is satisfactory/unsatisfactory and is based on the specific objectives of each program. Evaluation in Clinical Clerkships is honors, high pass, satisfactory, or unsatisfactory. In general, students are evaluated in the areas of knowledge, skills, and attitudes. In the area of knowledge and the ability to apply it, the scope and depth are evaluated by the use of both written and oral examinations. Skills and attitudes are evaluated by tutors or preceptors in all programs. In an effort to encourage the ideal of life-long self-directed learning, students participate in self and peer evaluation in some programs.

External Evaluation
Step 1 and Step 2 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination are taken by all students. Passage of Step 1 is a requirement for promotion to the third year; Step 2 must be passed prior to graduation. For both examinations, the examining agency defines the passing level.

Professional Conduct
Students are expected to deal ethically and honestly with one another, the faculty, and their patients, and they are required to adhere to standards of conduct generally applicable to medical professionals. Appraisal of such standards is part of a student's academic and overall evaluation. Professional conduct is monitored by the Student Honor Council and the Student Professionalism Assessment Committee and is reported to the Student Appraisal and Promotions Committee.

Dismissal
The faculty, through its committees, may recommend that a student be dismissed for failing to maintain academic or professional standards or for acts of turpitude.

Class Attendance
Regular attendance and participation in all programs are mandatory. Excused absences for illness and personal difficulties must be approved by the program director. Attendance at examinations is mandatory.