Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
We, at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and COMP-Northwest, remain committed to ushering a new generation of osteopathic physicians who serve their patients with purpose, passion, and proficiency. The faculty and staff at both campuses inspire a shared vision of a student-centered, inter-professional approach to learning with a meaningful emphasis on humanistic health care. We strive to model the way for our students and alumni by being leaders in our profession, our communities, and in the realm of academia. Today’s advanced technology and the ever-growing body of medical knowledge continue to move COMP and COMP-Northwest into a new era of medicine. A vigorous desire to heal combined with their strong medical education makes our students stand apart from the rest. Our students thrive in a culture of patient-focused care because they practice on a foundation of professionalism, benevolence, and respect. They understand that while they practice the art of medicine with their heads, they must never forget to use their hearts.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine California & Oregon
Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) welcomes international students and their families to our diverse university community.
International Student Services (ISS) is responsible for providing support and assistance in immigration advising, maintaining immigration status, maintaining information and documents on foreign students and their dependents in the Student and exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), staying current with rules and regulations and interpreting and applying the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security.
Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.
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Take a look at our visit options and consider attending a WesternU Preview. If you’d like to discuss specifics with an advisor, schedule an advising appointment, online, on campus, or over the phone. When you request additional information we’ll make sure you receive program updates and deadline reminders. Of course, you can always find us on social media.
Upcoming Events
Pre-Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) Club presents: Virtual Sha-DO Day
Tuesday, March 28 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Pre-Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) Club presents:Virtual Sha-DO Day: 10 am – 1 pm Tuesday 3/28/2023 Join via Zoom! Link to be sent to all registrants. Presentations from admissions, OMM Fellows, Ultrasound Club, SIM Lab, and a Q&A with current students. Sign up by: Monday, March 27, 2023 5 pm PST Contactkiana.fincher@westernu.eduwith questions!
Pre-Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) Club presents: (Live) Sha-DO Day
Tuesday, March 28 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Sha-DO Day: 11 am – 5:15 pm Tuesday 3/28/2023(28 person cap)200 Mullins Dr. Lebanon OR 97355Be a DO student for a day! Get paired with a mentor and shadow them through Clinical Medicine and Reasoning (CM&R) and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) labs. Ask your questions, see the school, and make valuable connections! Lunch will be provided, please join us! Spots are limited so please register ASAP. Click on the flyer below to see many Sha-DO events across the country and register.Sign up by: Friday, March 17, 2023 5 PM PSTContactjenessa.olson@westernu.eduwith questions!
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, April 6 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Join us for our Zoom group advising sessions. These sessions are designed to answer your specific questions on admissions and the application process, but in an open session with other prospective students present.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Wednesday, April 12 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Join us for our Zoom group advising sessions. These sessions are designed to answer your specific questions on admissions and the application process, but in an open session with other prospective students present.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | COMP-Northwest Info Session
Thursday, April 13 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Our monthly Zoom Information Sessions, hosted online by the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest (COMP-Northwest | Lebanon, OR), are designed to help you get started on your path to medical school. Join our admissions professionals and current medical students and have your questions answered live.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Wednesday, April 19 at 10:30 AM Pacific Standard Time
Join us for our Zoom group advising sessions. These sessions are designed to answer your specific questions on admissions and the application process, but in an open session with other prospective students present.
Irvine Valley College Annual Health Professions Virtual Conference
Thursday, April 20 at 2:50 PM Pacific Standard Time
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session
Thursday, April 27 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
Join us for our Zoom group advising sessions. These sessions are designed to answer your specific questions on admissions and the application process, but in an open session with other prospective students present.
Coastline College Pre-Med Presentation
Monday, May 8 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | How to Write an Effective Personal Statement
Tuesday, May 16 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Join the WesternU COMP-Northwest team for a short presentation on personal statements. We’ll then have several current applicants/volunteers read their current med school personal statements, followed by feedback from a panel of doctors, admissions’ staff and medical students, and discussion with the audience.