Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) is a private institution that gives students the training they need to become health care professionals. The main campus is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, but there are also other campus locations in Greensburg and Bradenton, Florida. Health care degrees that are available at LECOM campuses are: * Doctor of Dental Medicine * Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine * Doctor or Pharmacy * Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences * Master of Science in Medical Education Additionally, LECOM has a Post-Baccalaureate Program to prepare those who are enrolling in medical or pharmacy school. It even has osteopathic post-graduate training in partnership with a network of hospitals that offer residencies and fellowships. Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree in a related field in order to enroll at LECOM. They must also have completed a certain set of coursework and maintained a minimum GPA in their undergraduate studies. Some degree offerings have accelerated options, so students can finish a year earlier than the traditional programs. Residents at Millcreek Community Hospital can take certain degree programs tuition-free. LECOM faculty and staff have the benefit of discounted tuition rates as well. College life at LECOM exposes students to a variety of experiences in the community. One program at the school, called Bridging the Gaps, allows students to travel to underserved areas in the community, providing expertise and services to those who need health care.

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