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Review  & Submit 

You must provide immunization documentation for and/or immunity from communicable diseases and comply with all Larner College of Medicine requirements for working in a healthcare environment as outlined in the Medical Student Handbook . This policy has been revised as of June 18, 2024.

All immunization documentation should be uploaded to . CastleBranch will review the submitted records to determine the status of compliance.

Once you are compliant, the Office of Medical Student Admissions will mark this pre-matriculation checklist requirement complete.

Why is this Required?

In compliance with Center for Disease Control's (CDC) recommended vaccination for healthcare providers, these requirements are designed to protect patients and students alike. Because students interact with their first patient on the first day of enrollment at the Larner College of Medicine it is essential that this requirement be fulfilled prior to arrival on campus.

, the US Department of Education-recognized authority for the accreditation of medical education programs leading to the MD degree also mandates that all medical schools follow accepted guidelines in determining immunization requirements for its medical students. 

Moreover, according to a 2005 study, , a student's ability to meet immunization requirements can provide the university with a context-bound outcome to begin measuring student professionalism.

Questions? Contact SHSQNA@uvm.edu

Student Financial Services Tasks

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• Engage in a one-on-one entrance interview with Medical Student Financial Services.
• You must attest to the completion of this item on the pre-matriculation checklist in the Application Portal (AMP).

Why is this Required?

Regardless of how you are financing your medical education, we would like to use this opportunity to meet you. Student Financial Services will be assisting you with tuition processes, financial aid distribution, and medical student financial wellness.    

Questions? Contact the

Phone: (802) 656-9203 

Technical Standards for Admission, Advancement, and Graduation Policy Attestation

You must affirm that you can meet the Larner College of Medicine , with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Why is this Required?

The LCME mandates that all medical schools develop and publish technical standards for the admission, retention, and graduation of applicants or medical students with disabilities, in accordance with legal requirements. Medical Student Handbook   states "minimum technical standards must be met for admission, advancement and graduation"; thus, all entering students must be familiar with the .

Disability Services at ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë  provides Accommodations, Consultation, Collaboration, and Educational Support Services to students with documented disabilities. Please visit the Larner College of Medicine Medical Student Handbook , and   for more information on seeking reasonable accommodation. If you think you might be eligible for accommodations during your medical education, please contact  prior to your arrival to ensure that eligibility for accommodations is determined and accommodations are in place prior to the start of medical school. Please note that nothing precludes you from requesting an accommodation at any time, including after the start of medical school.

Questions? Contact medadmissions@med.uvm.edu

Phone: (802) 656-2154

Review the  & complete the Beneficiary Designation

You must specify insurance beneficiary information in the pre-matriculation checklist in the Application Portal (AMP).

Why is this Required?

You are automatically enrolled in the Larner College of Medicine long-term disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance plan. In order to ensure coverage under this benefit, you must specify the name of the person or persons to receive insurance proceeds. To read more about the Larner College of Medicine disability insurance, including a summary of benefits, please review the Medical Student Handbook . This requirement may not be waived, even if you have additional coverage.

Additionally, the LCME mandates that all medical schools ensure that each medical student has access to disability insurance.

Questions? Contact lcom.admissions@med.uvm.edu

Phone: (802) 656-0722

Official Transcripts 

Incoming students must have completed all ongoing degrees/required coursework by the time of matriculation. Official transcripts showing the completion of these degrees are required to be submitted as part of the matriculation process.

This pre-matriculation checklist item will be completed by the Office of Medical Student Admissions after verifying any outstanding transcripts. No action is required if you did not have ongoing coursework/degree(s) at the time of application.

Why is this Required?

 mandates that all medical schools ensure that any student accepted for admission demonstrates academic achievements, completion of relevant prior coursework, and other relevant characteristics comparable to those of the medical students in the class that they join.

Additionally, the  guidelines state that transcripts from previously attended institutions are a necessary component of a student's academic record.

Questions? Contact: lcom.admissions@med.uvm.edu

Phone: (802) 656-2154

Familiarize yourself with the

You must agree to abide by the Medical Student Handbook.

You must attest to this agreement on the pre-matriculation checklist in the Application Portal(AMP).

Why is this Required?

ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë established specific requirements for all members of the University community. These University policies connect the University's mission to individual conduct, institutionalize impartial expectations, support compliance with laws and regulations, mitigate institutional risk, and enhance productivity and efficiency in university operations. The Larner College of Medicine Student Handbook contains the policies, guidelines, and rules & regulations that govern the expected roles and responsibilities of each student.    

Questions? Contact studentCOMservices@med.uvm.edu

Phone: (802) 656-0722

Submit Proof of Health Insurance

You must attest to the completion of this requirement on the pre-matriculation checklist in the Application Portal(AMP).

Health insurance coverage is mandatory for students. We encourage you to explore your options for health insurance through the university plan or via Vermont Health Connect based on your individual circumstances. Open enrollment for the university health plans begins in early June.

• ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë Student Health Insurance Information

Why is this Required?

ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë requires all medical students to have health insurance. The purpose of this University policy is to ensure that all full-time ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë students are sufficiently covered by health insurance in case of illness or injury and to make sure they do not suffer financial hardship as a result of inadequate/nonexistent coverage. Additionally, the LCME mandates that all medical schools ensure that health insurance is available to each medical student and their dependents.    

Questions? Contact StudentInsurance@uvm.edu

Phone: (802)656-0602

Visit the ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë Student Insurance Office website

OASIS Pre-Matriculation Information

Once granted access to OASIS, please confirm that you have reviewed and/or provided the following:   

• Accurate information about your home town/state and previous degrees
• The pronunciation of your name
• Your M#/user account from FAHC/ÈÕº«ÎÞÂëMC, If you were ever issued one
• Any dietary restrictions and relevant food allergy details to assist our event planners

Why is this Required?

The Office of Medical Student Education endeavors to avoid making public errors when your name is announced during ceremonies at the Larner College of Medicine, beginning with the White Coat Celebration, in the first year. In addition to being listed in various ceremony programs (such as Commencement), your hometown/state/country is used by the University to report aggregate data, as required by federal, state, and accreditation agencies.

Finally, all entering students are issued ÈÕº«ÎÞÂë Medical Center credentials to access the Patient Record and Information Systems Management (PRISM) software during the first month of the curriculum. We request details about previously issued credentials because it is important from the account management standpoint of the Internet Security Team at the Medical Center to avoid creating duplicate accounts.

Questions? Contact studentCOMservices@med.uvm.edu

Phone: (802) 656-0722