The Long School of Medicine (LSOM) accepts visiting students to complete fourth year elective rotations in San Antonio. Generally, these rotations are four weeks in length and are considered advanced electives. The Long School of Medicine is currently not accepting students from Non-Accredited or International Medical Schools. Allopathic (LCME) and Osteopathic (COCA) medical schools are eligible to apply. We accept USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1.
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| Visiting Student Block Schedule (AY 24-25) | |
|---|---|
| Block 1 | Jul 8 - Aug 2 (2024) |
| Block 2 | Aug 5 - Aug 30 (2024) |
| Block 3 | Sept 2 - Sept 27 (2024) |
| Block 4 | Sept 30 - Oct 25 (2024) |
| Block 5 | Oct 28 - Nov 22 (2024) |
| Block 6 | Nov 25 - Dec 20 (2024) |
| Block 7 | Jan 6 - Jan 31 (2025) |
| Block 8 | Feb 3 - Feb 28 (2025) |
| Block 9 | Mar 3 - Mar 28 (2025) |
| Block 10 | Mar 31 - Apr 25 (2025) |
| Block 11 | Apr 28 - May 23 (2025) |
| Block 12 | May 26 - Jun 20 (2025) |
Policies & Procedures
LSOM Office for Undergraduate Medical Education will review visiting student applications through VSLO and forward only those that meet stated qualifications to clinical departments for academic review and processing. Communication about acceptance and additional details will come from the department where the elective is being offered. Department selections should be finalized four weeks prior to the start of an elective.
Students must complete proper immunizations prior to arrival at UT Health San Antonio - the AAMC Standardized Form can be used.
Application Process
Students from LCME accredited medical schools
Students attending schools accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) should apply through the AAMC Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) program.
- Log into VSLO
- Search for Electives through VSLO
- Use Institution Filter: UT HSC San Antonio Long SOM
Students from non-LCME accredited schools OR international schools
The Long School of Medicine is currently not accepting students from Non-Accredited or International Medical Schools.
Allopathic (LCME) and Osteopathic (COCA) medical schools are eligible to apply. We accept USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1.
Resources
Helpful links and services you might need during your elective in San Antonio: