Ivins, UT
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Degrees: DO
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Website: https://www.rvu.edu/admissions/do/
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About the School
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine's Southern Utah campus (RVUCOM-SU) is located in Ivins, Utah, approximately 15 minutes from downtown St. George. Established in 2017, RVUCOM-SU operates as an additional location of the Colorado-based Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. The campus is situated on a 32-acre site adjacent to the Southern Utah Veterans Home, providing students with opportunities for community engagement and clinical experience.
Curriculum
The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program at RVUCOM-SU spans four years of full-time academic and clinical education. The first two years focus on preclinical studies conducted on campus, integrating case-based learning to build a strong foundation in biomedical sciences. The subsequent two years are dedicated to clinical education, where students participate in clerkship rotations across various medical specialties. These rotations are designed to equip students with hands-on experience and prepare them for diverse medical careers.
Facilities
RVUCOM-SU boasts a state-of-the-art, two-story, 104,000-square-foot academic building designed to complement the natural scenery of the area. The facility includes two 200-seat lecture halls, three seminar rooms, 36 small-group study rooms, a clinical skills and osteopathic principles and practice (OPP) lab, a full dissection gross anatomy lab, a multipurpose lab, a simulation center featuring an operating lab, emergency lab, and labor and delivery lab, standardized patient rooms, and a 9,000-square-foot library. Additionally, a 23,000-square-foot medical office building across the street houses administrative offices and a future medical clinic, further enhancing the campus's educational resources.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of RVUCOM-Southern:
Student Loan Burden: $131,025
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at RVUCOM-Southern, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $131,025. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 79% Nationally
The cost of living at RVUCOM-Southern is lower than 79% of all medical schools nationwide. This can significantly reduce your overall expenses during medical school, making it a more affordable option.
Environment: Urban
The area surrounding RVUCOM-Southern is best navigated by car, with few amenities within walking or biking distance. While this quieter environment may offer fewer distractions, it requires a bit more planning for everyday errands or exploring local offerings.
School Address: 255 E. Center Street, 255 E. Center Street, Ivins, UT 84738
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