Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

Training Future Medical Leaders Since 1824

Founded in 1824, Jefferson Medical College,  now the Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC), has awarded more than 31,000 medical degrees and has more living graduates than any other private medical school in the nation. It offers both undergraduate medical education programs and innovative joint degree programs to more than 1,000 students each year.
The Sidney Kimmel Medical College is recognized for its balanced approach to medical education, and approximately one out of four to one out of five applicants throughout the U.S. apply to Sidney Kimmel.

A Curriculum for Excellence

Welcome to JeffMD, SKMC’s curriculum that prepares students to thrive in the landscape of modern healthcare.
Please explore these pages to learn more, and send us your questions and thoughts to [email protected].    

Curriculum

Our innovative curriculum prepares future doctors to learn actively and think critically as they develop core professional competencies to prepare them to make positive, impactful changes on healthcare. Go to the JeffMD Curriculum

Guiding Principles

Our patient-focused curriculum provides students with early clinical exposure, as well as professional development and advancement. Learn what sets our curriculum apart

Learning Environment

SKMC values all learners and educators and promotes a learning environment where they feel supported, challenged, valued and respected. Learn how Jefferson values our learners

Student Resources

Learn about the mission statement, competencies, handbook, catalogs and more. Student Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions from other potential students. Frequently Asked Questions

Our Team

Meet the Administrators, Faculty, and Staff of the Undergraduate Medical Education Program. Meet the JeffMD Team

Source: https://www.jefferson.edu/academics/colleges-schools-institutes/skmc.html