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

  • 595 Community faculty members teaching Rockford medical students

  • 88 Students in the Rural Medicine Education Program - one of 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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Mar 19 2025

P&T Mentoring Workshop for Underrepresented Faculty

Wednesday, 10:00 am–11:00 am
Virtual
Mar 20 2025
white jacket and navy button up with stethoscope and microphone

Vital Voices Storytelling Event

Thursday, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Medical Student Activity Center (Greenhouse)
Mar 20 2025

Rockford on the Road Reception in Chicago

Thursday, 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Chicago Yacht Club
Mar 21 2025

Match Day 2025

Friday, 11:00 am–1:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, Partners' Pavilion
Mar 22 2025
walk with U silhouettes of people walking. Red, blue and light blue images

Walk with U

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Gardent
Mar 26 2025
five books waiting to be read

March 2025 Faculty and Staff Book Club

Wednesday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, S226
Mar 28 2025
Research in the UIC College of Medicine Rockford campus over the years.

Research Day 2025: Poster Submission Due Date

Friday, 5:00 pm–5:00 pm
Apr 1 2025
Beakers, lab equipment and research materials prepared for student researchers

Biomedical Sciences Summer Programs Application Due Date

Tuesday, 12:00 am–11:59 pm
Apr 2 2025
smiling woman doing yoga

Take Time Wednesdays: Yoga

Wednesday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
UIC Rockford Campus, Commons
Apr 4 2025
three blue pinwheels stand proudly in support of child abuse prevention

MERIT Pinwheel Ceremony

Friday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, Front Lawn (Commons in case of rain)