Knowledge
We are the discovery drivers
And the knowledge seekers
The teachers
The research revolutionaries
The curators of hope
And the healers
We are MCW
Leadership Message
Where Knowledge Changes Life
At the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), we nurture curiosity and embrace the quest for knowledge above all else. Our innovative approach to education will take you on a journey where you’ll learn the skills to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of health and discovery. If you aspire to learn in a collaborative, curious and supportive environment, MCW is the place for you to explore your future.
Our missions of excellence in education, research, clinical care and community engagement are deeply woven into the fabric of our institution. We value diversity and inclusion within the MCW community and seek learners who share our commitment to enhancing the health of the communities we serve.
For more than 130 years, our learners have pushed the boundaries of what is possible and gone on to impact the future of health across the world. Our alumni have made significant and lasting contributions on a national and international scale for their groundbreaking clinical care and innovative treatments, cuttingedge research and scientific discoveries, and outstanding leadership in the healthcare professions.
We look forward to welcoming you to MCW and partnering with you as you pioneer pathways to a healthier world.
John R. Raymond, Sr., MD President and Chief Executive Officer Professor of Medicine
We are a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists and health professionals. We discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical and health sciences. We provide cutting-edge, collaborative patient care of the highest quality. We improve the health of the communities we serve.
1,660 STUDENTS
in Medical, Graduate and Pharmacy Schools
Degree Programs
Doctorate
Biochemistry (PhD)
Biomedical Engineering (PhD)
Biophysics (PhD)
Biostatistics (PhD)
Cell & Developmental Biology (PhD)
Medicine (MD)
Microbiology & Immunology (PhD)
Pharmacology & Toxicology (PhD)
Pharmacy (PharmD)
Physiology (PhD)
Public & Community Health (PhD)
Public Health (DrPH)
Master’s
Anesthesia (MS)
Bioinformatics (MS)
Biostatistics & Data Science (MA)
Clinical & Translational Science (MS)
Genetic Counseling (MS)
Global Health Equity (MS)
Medical Physiology (MMP)
Precision Medicine (MS)
Public Health (MPH)
Certificate
Advanced Qualification in Human Subject Protection
Clinical & Translational Sciences
Clinical Bioethics
Community Health Assessment & Planning
Neuroethics
Population Health Management
Precision Medicine
Public Health
Innovation happens here. Across three campuses and countless partner collaborations, any number of cutting-edge scientific studies are underway, and those making the discoveries are also teaching our students. Whether city life appeals to you or you’re interested in laid-back living, we have a campus for you that also features world-renowned faculty who offer learning environments across the state built on the foundation of medical innovation.
At MCW, early clinical experiences guided by expert mentors at some of the region’s most reputable hospitals and clinics will immerse you in a variety of patient cases and environments. With the option of a three-year degree program at our regional campuses in Green Bay and Central Wisconsin or our four-year degree program in Milwaukee, take advantage of classroom experiences led by nationally recognized faculty, peer-based small group interactions and opportunities for individualized career pursuits. Choose the academic experience that works for you.
Interprofessional Education (IPE)
Whether practicing in a hospital, clinic or primary care office, medical professionals work side-by-side with many other healthcare disciplines. MCW prepares you to work in multidisciplinary teams through IPE. The advantages of IPE include increased mutual respect and trust, increased understanding of professional roles/ responsibilities, more effective communication, higher levels of job satisfaction and more positive impacts on patient outcomes.
MCWfusion Curriculum
Our innovative curriculum is a dynamic model that features multifaceted learning methods – including classroom experiences led by nationally recognized faculty, clinical experiences guided by expert mentors, peer-based small group interactions and opportunities for individualized career pursuits.
MEDICAL SCHOOL
LARGEST3RD private medical school in the nation
LEADING transformation in the profession of medicine for Caring and Character in Medicine
Three Campuses, One Community
MCW offers medical education in thriving, interconnected learning communities. Regardless of your campus choice, you’ll have easy access to your fellow students, nationally recognized faculty and the best medical education resources.
About MCW-Milwaukee
99% MATCH RATE across all medical school campuses
39% of MATCHED STUDENTS will remain in WI for their residency training
76.6% of students enrolled in our regional campuses are WISCONSIN RESIDENTS
Located in a metropolitan area that epitomizes the best of Midwest living, MCW-Milwaukee was the first medical school in the state of Wisconsin and is currently the largest. It offers a wide variety of educational options, including dual degree programs. The curriculum features early clinical experiences and incorporates the latest learning technologies within team-based models of instruction. Our faculty provide the highest quality training within a welcoming and collegial environment. Residents of Wisconsin make up about 50% of the over 200 new medical students matriculating each year.
MCW-Milwaukee offers eight Scholarly Concentrations, allowing you to individualize your medical school experience by exploring a career path that is of interest to you, and of vital importance to your future patients.
Transforming Medical Education
MCW is dedicated to driving innovation and transforming medical education. It houses the headquarters of the Kern National Network for Flourishing in Medicine (KNN), which comprises seven medical schools across the country working collaboratively to provide a new foundation for medical education based on character, caring, practical wisdom and flourishing.
About MCW-Green Bay
COMMON SPECIALTIES:
Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pediatrics
Psychiatry
The northeast region of Wisconsin features a family-friendly city rich in culture and recreational activities. Featuring a three-year curriculum option, MCW-Green Bay provides an accelerated educational experience, predominantly for aspiring primary care physicians and psychiatrists. This campus is an ideal fit for anyone interested in a highcaliber, contemporary learning experience that provides opportunities for residency training in a great community where you will be encouraged to one day set up your practice. Wisconsin residents make up about 80% of the 25 new students matriculating each year.
At MCW-Green Bay, the Physician in the Community Pathway will link your medical education with the resources and needs of the communities based in northeast Wisconsin and our supporting partners to promote health in the region.
About MCW-Central Wisconsin
Nestled in Wausau, a midsize city in the heart of Wisconsin, our Central Wisconsin campus is the result of a communitybased partnership between academic, healthcare, civic and philanthropic leaders who share a passion to preserve and secure the health and well-being of families throughout the region. MCW-Central Wisconsin offers you an innovative and focused three-year curriculum option to train as a primary care physician or psychiatrist who is prepared to serve Central Wisconsin and surrounding regions.
MEDICAL SCHOOL
100% job placement rate for CAAs following graduation
Physician Associate Program
80% of our MSTP graduates work as FACULTY at academic medical centers
*Association of American Medical Colleges, 2021 MCW is one of the 50 MSTPDESIGNATED by the NIH
Anesthesia Assistant Programs in the country 1 OF ONLY 13 100% job placement rate for CAAs following graduation
The Medical College of Wisconsin is currently developing a Master of Science - Physician Associate (PA) program. The PA program has both clinical and didactic components and will focus on training academically minded PAs whose personal experience and attributes will enrich service to patients throughout the diverse communities we serve. The MCW PA program seeks individuals with strong critical thinking and professionalism skills who are committed to working as part of a healthcare team in a range of settings in Wisconsin’s communities and beyond. The program will offer an educational experience that will incorporate self-directed and case-based learning with small group work and simulations. Students will learn alongside medical, pharmacy and other future healthcare professionals and will be exposed early to clinical mentors and healthcare experiences.
According to 2022 salary data from the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA), PAs who graduated in the last three years obtained a median annual base salary of $119,000 or $65.88/hr, and often found careers quickly upon graduation. PAs can practice in every specialty area in any location and do not need additional certifications or degrees to change specialties, like nurses or doctors. Most PAs find work/life balance in that they can provide healthcare and be part of a team without being consistently on-call.
Master of Science in Anesthesia Program
The Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA) program is the first and only program of its kind in Wisconsin that provides the education and training necessary for you to become a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA). The 28-month program provides a high-quality experience through an interprofessional-focused curriculum and comprehensive clinical teaching. This approach, along with a small class size and low faculty-to-student ratio, supports you through all phases of development, from novice to expert.
Role of the CAA
Under the direction of an anesthesiologist physician, a CAA administers anesthesia in a supporting role similar to a Physician Associate. The demand for CAAs is ever-increasing due to a nationwide physician shortage. In addition, more and more states are passing legislation that allows licensed CAAs to practice as vital members of multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP)
Of the 123 MD/PhD programs* in the U.S., LEARN MORE ONLINE mcw.edu/mstp
MCW’s Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) was created to address the national shortage of physician-scientists who can care for patients and conduct state-of-the-art health research. As an MD/PhD student, you will focus much of your effort pursuing new knowledge about the evidence-based delivery of patient care by conducting independent scientific investigation.
Each year, approximately ten students are enrolled in the program, and students typically complete the dual degree program within eight years. Since 2010, our MSTP has been continually funded by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences.
Diversity and Inclusion
At MCW, our combination of curiosity, dedication and knowledge has the power to transform the health sciences through discovery, and we strive to build a healthier world that is just, equitable and thriving for all. As an institution, we have aligned our long-term strategic priorities with the needs of our community by making a bold commitment to address root social and economic challenges through place-based investments, building opportunity and capacity within our local community, engaging our community to address needs together, and providing greater access to new knowledge and inclusive care. We recognize and are dedicated to celebrating the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students, trainees, faculty and staff. Listed in the sidebar are just a few of our campus organizations and interest groups that reflect the many different people who make MCW a flourishing community and prepare our students to serve a diverse and wideranging patient population.
Alumni
A legacy of discovery and innovation.
MCW alumni are part of a proud and accomplished community that celebrates an outstanding legacy and continues to advance knowledge, drive discovery and pioneer pathways to improved health. More than 20,000 strong, the collective achievements of our alumni from the School of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, the School of Graduate Studies and the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals (MCWAH) have impacted the vitality of communities around the globe.
American Association of Physicians from India
American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA)
American Muslim Medical Student Association (AMMSA)
Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA)
Christian Medical & Dental Associations
First Generation in Medicine
Friends for Special Needs
Global Health Organization (GHO)
Jewish Student Union (JSU)
Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered People in Medicine (LGBTPM)
Military Medical Student Association (MMSA)
Rural Medicine Interest Group (RMIG)
Student National Medical Association (SNMA)
Student Women’s Advocacy Group (ISWAG)
White Coats for Black Lives
The MCW/Marquette Medical Alumni Association serves as a proactive and relevant resource to our alumni, fostering a lifetime connection to MCW and to the alumni and student communities. The Alumni Association is dedicated to elevating the student experience and providing opportunities for students and alumni to engage in mutually rewarding relationships focused on academic and professional goals.
95% of all GRADUATE SCHOOL grads are employed 6 months after graduation 50% of Wisconsin’s physicians graduated from MCW
MCW School of Pharmacy
A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree leads to rewarding career opportunities that extend beyond the pharmacy counter. With pathways ranging from pharmacogenomics and bioinformatics to pharmaceutical industry or patient care, you will earn a projected six-figure starting salary serving your community as an accessible, trusted healthcare provider.
Accelerated Program
We are the only pharmacy school in Wisconsin to offer an accelerated three-year PharmD at a premier academic medical center. Through partnerships with Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin and the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, our program provides you with early, extensive exposure to a variety of clinical settings and world-class research in specialties such as precision medicine, pharmacogenomics, oncology, cardiology and psychiatry. Completing your PharmD in three years, versus the traditional four years, means you will start your career or enter residency training one year sooner.
Innovative Curriculum
Contribute to higher quality care in your community with hands-on patient care experiences in the Milwaukee area starting in the first year of our PharmD program. You will provide vital services including vaccinations and physical assessments in retail settings, community health centers and at public events. Every Friday, first- and second-year students participate in clinical rotations, reinforcing skills in a variety of real-life practice settings. In the third and final year of the program, students are immersed in the practice setting full time, completing four required and three elective rotations.
The Office of Experiential Education meets one-on-one with each student to understand their career interests and match them with clinical rotation sites they prefer throughout the state of Wisconsin.
Advanced Practice Skills
• Vaccine Administration
• Conducting Basic Medical Tests
• Performing Physical Assessments
• Chronic Disease Management
Dual-Degree Program
Earn your Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) and PharmD in as little as six years! Students enrolled in the dual-degree program take classes for three or four years at one of our partner undergraduate institutions. After completing the requirements for admission to the MCW School of Pharmacy, they transition to our three-year, accelerated PharmD program.
Customize Your PharmD
We offer four academic concentrations, allowing you to customize your PharmD education to align best with your interests. Increase your experience in a specialized pharmacy field and enhance your visibility in a competitive market for jobs and postgraduate residencies.
Academic Concentrations
• Research
• Population Health
• Specialized Pharmacy Practice
• Entrepreneurship and Leadership
Rural Wisconsin Clinical Rotations
Third-year PharmD students have the option to focus their final year of clinical rotations in underserved rural Wisconsin. Students from Central or Northeast Wisconsin (Green Bay/Fox Cities area) can return to their hometown and reduce living expenses.
96%
Postgraduate training MATCH RATE in 2024 for the School of Pharmacy
Dual-Degree Partnerships with 13 Wisconsin
Undergraduate Institutions
Fox Valley Area
• Lawrence University
• Ripon College
• St. Norbert College
Western Wisconsin
• Viterbo University
South Central Wisconsin
• Beloit College
Southeastern Wisconsin
• Alverno College
• Carroll University
• Carthage College
• Marquette University
• Mount Mary University
• Milwaukee School of Engineering
• Wisconsin Lutheran College
• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
The MCW School of Graduate Studies is composed of a diverse mix of degree and certificate programs that collectively aim to improve health through research, advocacy and partnership. The mentorship from worldclass faculty and access to state-of-the-art facilities and technologies provide students with the resources to make meaningful contributions to advancing our understanding of how to address and improve complex health challenges. Our collaborative environment and interdisciplinary educational approach prepare students with a strong foundation to start and/or enhance their career.
Research Cores & Facilities
There are nearly 300 shared, cutting-edge research equipment resources available at MCW, many of which are housed in one of our six basic science departments or 15 centers/institutes.
Financial Support
All of our full-time PhD degree-seeking students receive a substantial support package that comes standard with any offer of admission. This fully guaranteed* package includes full tuition/fee coverage, an annual stipend of nearly $33,000 and complimentary health insurance.
* must remain in good academic and professional standing
GRADUATE SCHOOL
MCW is home to the 314 active technologies covered by more than 455 pending & issued US & foreign patents
5TH HIGHEST funded deptartment of PHYSIOLOGY in the country
LEARN MORE ONLINE mcw.edu/gradschool
MCW invests $15M/YR in support of our PhD degree students
Research and Discovery
Science is the driver of innovation and knowledge that can change everything—from the way we define, diagnose, treat and prevent disease, to the methods we employ to improve our communities, to the types of training we offer to the next generation of healers, educators and researchers. Through laboratory research, clinical trials and community-engaged research, we seek answers. We collaborate with local, national and global innovators. We question everything, and we persevere through every stage of discovery in pursuit of life-changing advancements.
medical & scientific firsts
1ST EVER successful diagnosis & treatment of a rare disease through GENOMIC SEQUENCING
in publishing new knowledge
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#1 Best Public Market in the Country - USA Today, 2024
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125 Miles of Paved COUNTY TRAILS
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