Post-Clerkship Phase

Upon completion of the core clerkship year, students complete advanced clinical rotations in geriatrics and home care, a sub-internship in the specialty of their choice and 6 months of electives. The third and fourth years combined include a minimum of 24 weeks of elective time with opportunities to pursue clinical and basic science research, teaching skills as well as independent study programs. Students also must complete a longitudinal requirement in Teaching, Advocacy, Research, Advocacy or Quality Improvement in their additional months of fourth year. Students may also participate in a specialty specific electives designed to prepare students for the transition to residency. 

Students can view information about currently offered electives via the Fourth Year Course Catalog, available on the Registrar’s Website.