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The Medical School of the Future is Here
The Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine (NSU MD) received Full Accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) on February 16, 2023.
Degree Title: Medicine
Level: Professional
Degree: M.D.
Professional Licensure Disclosure Statement: Nova Southeastern University's Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine (NSU MD) Doctor of Medicine Program is an LCME accredited program of study. Graduation from an LCME accredited college of medicine is required to begin training in an ACGME accredited residency program to which he or she has been accepted, and to take the USMLE Level 3 examination. We have determined that the NSU MD program meets the educational degree completion requirements for licensure in all 50 states. It is nonetheless strongly encouraged that students determine any additional requirements for licensure in the state in which they seek to be licensed. Students should refer to their state licensing bodies, as well as, the Federation of State Medical Boards or Physician Licensing Service, for requirements for licensure.
For licensing board contact information, and approval status, please see FSMB Licensing Information.
Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, doctoral, and professional degrees. Nova Southeastern University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of Nova Southeastern University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).