The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford has a competitive academic curriculum, community-based clinical training and acclaimed research opportunities that attract top students, residents and faculty worldwide to our scenic 20-acre campus in Rockford, Illinois. UICOMR is internationally recognized as a leader in rural medical education and biomedical sciences research.

The College of Medicine Rockford has access to vast resources in health care and medicine. We offer quality medical education, impact the future of medicine through advanced research and provide exceptional health care to our local community. Education, innovation and service – it’s our foundation, and it’s what we deliver.

  • 224 Rockford medical students

  • 572 Community faculty members teaching Rockford medical students

  • 104 Students in the Rural Medicine Education Program - the largest such program in the nation

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Clinical medical student

Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology

The Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology Program concentrates on biological processes, technologies and skill sets used in the research and development of pharmaceutical products, vaccines and devices for the medical industry.

Continuing Medical Education

Courses and events are offered by the College of Medicine for students and professionals. Most offerings are online.

High School and College Programs

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford offers programs for high school and undergraduate college students interested in learning more about career opportunities in health professions and research.

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Nov 21 2024

Leukemia - Gone Wrong

Thursday, 8:00 am–9:00 am
A Auditorium Jump Trading Center
Nov 21 2024
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National Rural Health Day celebration

Thursday, 11:30 am–1:30 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, Robert J. Vickrey MD Auditorium, E207
Nov 21 2024

Foaming Soap Make-n-Take

Thursday, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Partners' Pavilion
Dec 3 2024
Navy, red and blue socks, floss, mouthwash, toothpaste and toothbrushes with read and white dots

Donation Drive for Remedies

Tuesday, 5:00 pm–5:00 pm
Main entrance, Commons and outside A254
Dec 4 2024
five books

December 2024 Faculty and Staff Book Club

Wednesday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, S226
Dec 5 2024

Hot Chocolate Bar

Thursday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Office of Student Affairs hallway, A Building
Dec 7 2024
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Walk with U

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Headquarters Forest Preserve
Dec 18 2024

Donuts in December

Wednesday, 8:00 am–10:00 am
Office of Student Affairs hallway, A Building
Dec 18 2024

Framing, Organization, and Interpretation: Diagnosing Curricular Reform Problems and Identifying Potential Solutions for Medical Educators

Wednesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Dec 20 2024
Cans of tuna (blue), tomatoes and mixed vegetables (orange and red) and beans (yellow)

Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group Donation Drive

Friday, 4:00 pm–4:00 pm