Graduation Questionnaire (GQ) at a Glance
Survey opens: Feb. 14
Contact for personal, anonymous survey link: The GQ is administered by the AAMC. Your personal, anonymous link is sent from GQ@aamc.org to the email address that the AAMC has on file from your school's registrar. AAMC will send you reminders with the link during the survey period with the first email on Feb. 14
What is the GQ?
The Medical School Graduation Questionnaire (GQ) is a national questionnaire administered by the AAMC annually to medical students in the United States and Canada.
Medical schools use this tool to evaluate their program and to improve the medical student experience.
The GQ includes questions related to:
- Pre-clinical, clinical, and elective experiences
- General medical education and readiness for residency
- Student services
- Experiences of negative behaviors
- Financial aid and indebtedness
- Career intentions
- Strengths of the medical school and areas that need improvement
Why is the GQ administered?
The Long School of Medicine is committed to excellence in education and providing exemplary medical training. Feedback from our medical students informs our program to maintain our standards of excellence.
The GQ has been approved by the American Institutes for Research Institutional Review Board and endorsed by the chair of the AAMC Organization of Student Representatives. It is administered by the AAMC.
Is the GQ anonymous?
Yes. The AAMC does not release any personally identified data to schools or other organizations.
How is the data used?
The data is compiled by the AAMC and a summary report is sent to each medical school to share overall outcomes on various aspects of the student experience. The GQ aims to incorporate emerging issues that impact medical education, keeping medical schools informed of the opportunities to address key areas across the educational continuum. The Long School of Medicine uses this information to improve our program and address any concerns that may arise.
Terminology on the GQ and how it relates to our school
| AAMC | Long School of Medicine |
| Introduction to Clinical Medicine/Introduction to the Patient | Clinical Skills Module at LSOM |
| Office of the Dean of Students / Associate Dean for Students | Student Affairs |
| Office of the Dean for Educational Programs / Curricular Affairs | Curriculum Team |
| Mistreatment | Learning Environment & Mistreatment |
| Dean of Students | Dr. Joshua Hanson, Associate Dean for Student Affairs |
| Advising / Mentoring | Career Advising |
| Student Services | See our Medical Student Resources |
Why the GQ Matters
The Office of Undergraduate Medical Education and Student Affairs in the Long School of Medicine review the report annually from the AAMC. As graduating seniors your perspectives offer insights into the culmination of your medical education experience. The GQ is confidential, and we look forward to your participation.
Contact Us:
For questions about the GQ at the Long School of Medicine, contact: medstudentaffairs@uthscsa.edu