Thursday, September 11, 2025

2026 MCAT Registration Opening

The 2026 MCAT exam registration opening will be held from Oct. 21-23, 2025. The full 2026 testing calendar will be available for scheduling at this time. Examinees and advisors can find more information about the registration opening, tips to navigate registration, the 2026 testing calendar, and more on the AAMC website. All prospective test-takers are encouraged to join the MCAT Testing Year Update Webinar for Examinees on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 3 p.m. ET to learn about updates to the 2026 MCAT testing year and the registration process.

Registration Now Open: AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair on Oct. 29-30

Student registration is open for the AAMC fall Virtual Medical School Fair! Join us on Oct. 29 for live information and Q&A sessions, and connect with admissions reps from medical schools, postbaccalaureate, and special master’s programs on Oct. 30.
New this fall: Explore a dedicated exhibit hall for 3-year accelerated MD programs, which will offer a faster, more affordable path to residency.
Register for free on the event website. As a bonus, all attendees will receive a 15% discount code for a 1- or 2-year MSAR® subscription post-event. Questions? Email virtualfair@aamc.org.

Event: AAMC Designing Your Premed Journey

Join the AAMC for Designing Your Premed Journey, an upcoming free webinar on Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 1:30 p.m. ET. This session is ideal for students beginning their premed path or preparing to apply to medical school and will cover key AAMC tools and resources including the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP), AAMC Pathway Program Resources, AAMC Fee Assistance Program, the MCAT, the PREview exam, Medical School Admissions Requirements™ (MSAR®), AMCAS, and the Financial Information, Resources, Services & Tools (FIRST) Program. The session will conclude with a live Q&A.

AAMC FIRST Webinar Recording: Navigating Student Loans and Repayment Changes After Budget Reconciliation

Recent legislation will bring changes to the federal student loan programs, borrowing limits, and repayment options beginning July 1, 2026. The AAMC’s Financial Information, Resources, Services & Tools (FIRST) Program team recently held a webinar that discussed the changes to federal student aid including an overview of how policy shifts and their timing will impact current and future medical students and residents. If you missed this timely overview, you can access the recording on the FIRST Program’s Recorded Webinars and Videos page.

Monday, September 8, 2025

Event: JAG Physical Therapy Presentation

 Looking for a career in Sports Medicine? This presentation will give insight into the
physical therapy career field, key skills for career success, career advancement, and
continuing education with JAG Physical Therapy. We’ll also discuss common injuries in
sports, training techniques on how to prevent them, and recovery tools that will help you
get back in the game.

Key Takeaways 

FOR ATHLETES:

• Key Understanding of the Common Injuries in Sports

• Tips on How to Prevent Common Injuries

• How to Manage Injuries and Recover Appropriately


FOR ASPIRING PHYSICAL THERAPISTS:

• Educational Path to Become a Physical Therapist

• Knowledge of Career Opportunities in Physical Therapy

• Career Advancement & Continuing Education Opportunities with JAG PT


SEPTEMBER 23RD, 2025

7:30PM – 8:30PM

DODGE FITNESS CENTER

LISA CARNOY LOUNGE (3RD FLOOR)

PIZZA AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED

PLEASE RSVP BY SEPTEMBER 18TH

JAGPT.COM



Columbia Bioethics Event

 

The Columbia Bioethics Program is pleased to invite you to the following events:

Third Annual Faith Sommerfield Memorial Lecture

Featuring Jennifer Senior and Dr. Arthur Caplan


Join us for a discussion on grief and the challenges of accessing end-of-life care in the United States, featuring Jennifer Senior, a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and bestselling author known for her writing on grief, and Dr. Arthur Caplan, Ph.D., an internationally renowned author on bioethics and the founding head of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.


Registration closes on Tuesday, September 16th.

Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 5:45-8:15 PM ET

Italian Academy, Teatro 1161 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027

Friday, September 5, 2025

Columbia OT Programs

 

The Columbia University Programs in Occupational Therapy offer an entry level Masters Program as well as an accelerated MS/OTD program for our students and a part time online Post-Professional OTD program for working occupational therapists.  


Our application is available now on OTCAS.  For priority review, apply by October 15th.  Applications will then be reviewed on a rolling basis until January 15th.


Students who are interested in learning more about our entry level program can attend one of our virtual information sessions, come to an open house in October, or sign up to sit in on an in person class on campus in New York City.  


Sign up for a 1:1 meeting with an admissions officer to answer any questions you have about the program.

Prospective Student Open House


We will be hosting an open house for prospective students on our Washington Heights campus on October 10th from 8:00am - 1:00pm.  More details and registration can be found at https://events.columbia.edu/go/OTOpenHouse


Any questions, please email otadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu.

Online Information Sessions


Click on each date to RSVP to an online information session with our admissions office.  All times are EST. More details will be provided before the session.


September 8, 2025 at 8:00 PM

September 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM

October 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM

October 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM

November 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM

November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM

December 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM


Sit in on a Class

Sign up to sit in on selected in person classes this fall on our Washington Heights campus and experience being a CUOT student.  Sign up here.

Sign up for office hours with an admissions officer

If the provided times don’t work for you, please reach out to otadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu and we’re happy to work with you to schedule something.

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

CUEMS Membership and EMT-B Certification Sponsorship

Want to join CUEMS? Want to become EMT-B certified for free? Read on if so!


Columbia University Emergency Medical Service (CUEMS) is hosting information sessions for sponsorship and membership for Spring 2025! CUEMS is Columbia's student-operated, New York State-certified, basic-life support (BLS) volunteer ambulance corps. CUEMS provides free prehospital emergency medical care to Columbia University's Morningside Heights Campus and the surrounding area, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. CUEMS has the same capabilities as any 911 BLS ambulance. Sponsorship and membership opportunities are open to Columbia University students. 


Sponsorship refers to the process for those who do not yet have their EMT-B certification but want to obtain one. Those selected for CUEMS sponsorship are able to obtain their EMT-B certification at no cost through a course offered by CodeOne, Inc. Students who participate in sponsorship are expected to take the NYS EMT-B exam upon completion of the course. 


Membership refers to the process of joining CUEMS. Membership is only open to those who already have an EMT-B certification in the state of NY and a valid U.S. driver’s license. 


To apply for sponsorship or membership, attending an information session is mandatory. Please be on time for the information sessions. Doors will close strictly at 7:00 P.M.


Sponsorship and Membership Information Sessions: 

Tuesday 9/9 7:00 PM Havemeyer 103

Thursday 9/11 7:00 PM Havemeyer 103


For those applying for membership, there will be an optional skills session/open house to practice prior to interviews. Check the CUEMS Instagram (@cu_ems) for the most up-to-date information. 


For any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to CUEMS Personnel Officer Daniel Choi (djc2237@columbia.edu) or email CUEMS at cuems@columbia.edu



Membership FAQ: https://tinyurl.com/cuemsmembership


Sponsorship FAQ: https://tinyurl.com/cuemssponsorship

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Virtual Conference: Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium (FLXSUS)

FLXSUS was created to expand access to surgical education and mentorship for students of all backgrounds. Whether you are just starting your pre-health journey or actively pursuing a surgical career, this virtual conference series is designed to inspire, prepare, and connect you with renowned leaders.


Attendees will gain exposure to different surgical specialties, learn from real surgical cases, and receive mentorship from attending physicians, residents, and medical students from institutions such as Harvard, Duke, and Mayo Clinic. Participants will also receive a certificate of participation and become a part of a growing community of peers and mentors passionate about surgery.


2025 Virtual Symposium Schedule:

  • Orthopaedic Surgery (Oct. 4)

  • General Surgery (Oct. 11)

  • Neurosurgery (Oct. 18)

  • ENT/Otolaryngology (Oct. 25)

  • In-Person Surgical Skills & Networking Event in Durham, NC (Nov. 1)


Interest Application: https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d7st4LX50U9sCA6 

Instagram: @flxsusempower

LinkedIn: FLXSUS

Questions? Contact: flxsus.exec@gmail.com


Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Job Opportunity: Clinical Assistant in a Pediatrics Practice

Pediatric practice in upper Manhattan seeks graduating seniors or recent graduate for full-time position starting in Spring /Summer 2025. Opportunity to start part-time before graduation. A fitting training ground for those interested in medicine, health care and small business management. Hudson Heights Pediatrics is looking for someone interested in both the clinical and managerial aspects of medicine. 

Our ideal candidate has:

  • interest in the field of healthcare
  • effective communication skills and is comfortable interacting both in-person and over the phone
  • the desire to take initiative
  • comfort multitasking, prioritizing, and dealing with several pressing matters at once
  • sensitivity to the needs of patients, visitors and coworkers
  • excellent organizational skills
  • strong teamwork skills
  • experience working with children

 

Responsibilities include:

  • serving as clinical and administrative staff, including taking patient vitals, assisting with vaccines and bloodwork, performing point-of-care tests and other tasks to be assigned
  • conducting intake and checkout and other reception duties
  • discussing clinical cases with patients over the phone
  • helping to manage the practice and doctor’s schedules
  • reviewing and helping to implement and monitor Quality Incentive Programs
  • assisting with billing and claim submission and follow up with insurance companies


More information and application instructions are available via Handshake

Monday, May 5, 2025

Campus Leadership Opportunity: Barnard/Columbia Project Sunshine Executive Board Applications

 Use the QR code below to access the application to join Project Sunshine's executive board for the 2025-2026 academic year. The deadline is May 7 at 11:59 PM; questions can be directed to barnard@projectsunshine.org



Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Campus Opportunity: LMSA Plus Executive Board

The Latino Medical Student Association Pre-Medical Latinx Undergraduate Society chapter at Barnard/Columbia is excited to announce openings on its E-Board. This is an incredible opportunity for students who are passionate about both their academic and professional growth as they navigate their pre-health journey.

More information is available on the LMSA+ website



Monday, April 21, 2025

Campus Opportunity: CU Doctors Without Borders E-Board

Interested in Medicine? Social Justice and Human Rights? A leadership position on campus? All three? Join Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at Columbia University! All CU/BC undergraduate students enthusiastic about our club's mission are encouraged to apply for an E-Board position for the 2025-2026 year!

Our student chapter was created with the mission to bring together a group of like-minded individuals dedicated to advocacy and the principles of humanitarian medicine to advance medical ethics and improve access to healthcare globally. We facilitate a variety of events including advocacy campaigns, panels with public health experts and MSF aid workers (The MSF Headquarters is very close to campus!), fundraising efforts, and other events on and around campus!

E-Board applications are open NOW through April 23. Apply here!



Wednesday, April 2, 2025

AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair April 16 & 17

Speak Directly with Medical Schools and Postbac Program Reps!
April 16-17, 2025
Wednesday, April 16 | Live Information Sessions: 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 17 | Chat with Medical Schools and Postbaccalaureate Programs: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. ET
Register Today!

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) invites you to attend the 2025 Spring Virtual Medical School Fair, on April 16-17.

Your FREE registration includes a 15% discount* on a 1-or 2-year subscription to the Medical School Admission Requirements (MSAR®) website.

Leverage this unique opportunity to chat directly with representatives from medical schools and postbac programs across the U.S. and Canada. Get answers to questions about financial aid, the MCAT® exam, the AMCAS® application, the SHPEP program, and more.

Based on feedback from past attendees, we’re featuring more institutions who will chat via Zoom on April 17. A list of Zoom chat exhibitors will be posted on the fair’s landing page in early April.

AAMC Virtual Medical School Fairs are open and free for all attendees.
Register Today and Save 15%* on an MSAR Subscription
Questions?
Contact virtualfair@aamc.org.

Thursday, March 27, 2025

NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine Student Admissions Webinars - April 7th and April 24th

NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine is hosting Admissions Webinars for students focused on learning about our primary care-focused medical education program that offers an innovative three-year accelerated curriculum, a directed-pathway to residency in primary care disciplines at NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, and full-tuition scholarships for all students.

 

Register here. Please direct any inquiries to medli.admissions@nyulangone.org.


 

Friday, March 14, 2025

CU-MSF Public & Pre-Health Opportunities Fair

Join CU Doctors Without Borders, CU Red Cross, and Columbia Public Health Club for the Public and Pre-health Opportunities Fair on April 4, from 12 pm to 2 pm in the Faculty Room at Low Library, aimed at connecting students interested in public health and medicine with impactful research and career opportunities.

This event is open to CUID holders onlyRSVP herehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-and-pre-health-opportunities-fair-tickets-1277279901569?aff=oddtdtcreator

Should you have any questions regarding the event, feel free to contact doctorswithoutborders@columbia.edu



Thursday, March 6, 2025

Columbia GS Veterinary Medicine Symposium

Veterinary medicine offers a wide range of career opportunities. Veterinarians work with both small and large animals, in urban and rural settings, for universities, and in private practices.

At this symposium, professionals from diverse areas of veterinary medicine will share insights into their career paths, discussing how they made their choices and navigated their journeys.

The event will also cover application requirements and the admissions process for veterinary programs.

March 26, 2025
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Correctional Health Services Population Health Internship

 Role information:

Correctional Health Services provides comprehensive healthcare for all individuals housed in the New York City jail system on Rikers Island. Summer interns will support important population health projects that aim to improve overall health outcomes. Project areas may include examining HIV-related outcomes, tracking viral hepatitis program data, and assisting with tracking age-appropriate preventative care programming. Interns will also have opportunities to shadow medical and social service providers and other interdisciplinary correctional health staff.


Requirements:

  • June – August 2025
  • Time commitment: At least three days per week on-site (on Rikers Island)
  • Location: Rikers Island (students must be able to travel to Rikers Island – public transportation is available)
  • Fingerprinting and a background check are required as part of the Rikers Island clearance process
  • This opportunity is best suited for rising Juniors or Seniors who are pre-med, pre-health, or have an interest in public health
  • There are no academic prerequisites; however, students should be willing to learn quickly and to be able to work independently
  • The internship is unpaid, but CHS is happy to support any applications for external funding

Interested students should contact Dr. Enemchukwu directly at enemchuc1@nychhc.org and include their resume and a short paragraph describing their interest in the opportunity. Select students will be invited for a virtual interview and asked to provide a letter of recommendation.


Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Rutgers NJMS Admissions Seminar - Thursday, March 27th @ 4pm

 This session will be a great opportunity to learn more about Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), including all aspects of the application process, interview tips, curriculum, clinical and research opportunities, student life and support services, etc.

Registration can be completed by visiting: https://njms.rutgers.edu/admissions/admissionsSeminar.php





Friday, February 28, 2025

Pre-Dental Society at Columbia University

Join the Pre-Dental Society at Columbia University and fill out the interest form below!


Club e-board positions are open, along with opportunities to participate in projects like the Children’s Oral Health Book Project and the Dental Review at Columbia. Members will also be able to create and lead their own dental initiatives with support from the club’s resources, making it easier for students to take initiative in the dental field. Additional planned programs include speaker events, dental publications, volunteering, and pre-dental educational meetings.

Feel free to reach out at columbiapds@gmail.com or at our Instagram @columbiapds

Interest Form Link: https://forms.gle/cJRdbbytTjXRbbg97 

Monday, February 17, 2025

Bridges of Humanity: Healing Through Culture Gala

Join CU Doctors Without Borders and Turath for the Bridges of Humanity: Healing Through Culture Gala on February 21 from 7-11 pm at Lerner 555. The evening will feature dinner, dancing, and a keynote by Dr. Syed Sayeed, who will share his experiences providing emergency medical care in crisis zones around the world, including most recently in Gaza.


Buy tickets here: https://forms.gle/p3hY1tAcpUg9qK6GA

Non-CUID guests must register by February 17. 

All proceeds will be donated to Doctors Without Borders (MSF).





Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Rutgers NJMS Admissions Seminar - Wednesday, February 26th @ 4pm

This session will be a great opportunity to learn more about Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), including all aspects of the application process, interview tips, curriculum, clinical and research opportunities, student life and support services, etc.

Registration can be completed by visiting: https://njms.rutgers.edu/admissions/admissionsSeminar.php



Wednesday, February 5, 2025

CUIMC Department of Pediatrics 9th Annual Celebration of Diversity Symposium

 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Grand Rounds:

From Insight to Impact: A Strategic Roadmap for Excellent and Equitable Health Outcomes

Ndidi Unaka MD MEd

Chief Health Equity Officer

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health

**Please join us IN-PERSON in Alumni Auditorium**

Diversity Symposium Zoom Registration

Dial in: +1-646-558-8656

Webinar ID: 931 4760 4812

One tap mobile: +16465588656, 93147604812#

 

9:30 AM – 10:15 AM

Fireside Chat with Dr. Unaka

 

10:30 AM – 11:15 PM

Health Equity Professor Rounds with Dr. Unaka

 

11:30 PM – 1:00 PM

“The Power of We” in Action

Burt Bailey MBA

Principal Consultant, Courage to Care, LLC

**IN-PERSON only in Alumni Auditorium**