08/03/2026
Future doctors are choosing Xavier to learn how to take care of community healthcare needs.
Early interest in the Xavier University College of Osteopathic Medicine is exceeding expectations, with hundreds of aspiring doctors applying to become members of its first class.
In the first month since opening its application portal, XUCOM received 1,455 applications, seeing 706 applicants in the first week alone!
“We are launching a unique educational experience centered on whole-person care and helping medical students achieve their calling. This initial surge in applications reaffirms that our school’s mission resonates with aspiring physicians,” said XUCOM Dean Dr. Steven Halm. "I am thrilled so many students see the value in our endeavor, and I encourage all who want to join a new chapter in medical education to apply.”