Introduction
At the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford, academic excellence meets community impact. Education extends far beyond the classrooms of our Rockford campus. It happens in clinics, labs and communities across the region.
As a leader in rural medical education and biomedical research, we’re preparing future physicians and scientists to advance medicine while expanding access to care in the communities we serve.
Education, innovation and service — it’s our foundation, and it’s what we deliver.
Fast Facts
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269 Rockford medical and medical biotechnology students
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635 Community faculty members teaching Rockford medical students
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30 Family medicine residents
Degrees & programs
Doctor of Medicine Program
A part of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States, the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford provides the finest community-based medical training for the next generation of physicians.
MD program info
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.
Curriculum Overview
Graduate Medical Education
Explore the residency and fellowship opportunities at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford.
Graduate residency and fellowship program info
Continuing Medical Education
Courses and events are offered by the College of Medicine for students and professionals. Most offerings are online.
CME related links
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.
High School and College Program Information
Campus Life and Culture at University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford
Educate. Innovate. Serve.
At University of Illinois College of Medicine Rockford, our mission is to advance health for everyone through outstanding education, research, clinical care and social responsibility.
Program highlights
Discover Our Campus and Local Community
Events
Sep
9
2026
Essential Oil Air Fresheners and SHWAC Informational Table
Wednesday, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
UIC Rockford, Commons
Sep
9
2026
Wellness Wednesday Student Yoga
Wednesday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
UIC Rockford, Glenn Netto Health and Wellness Center, A146
Sep
15
2026
Canceled: Darkness to Light Stewards of Children Program
Tuesday, 12:00 pm–3:15 pm
UIC Rockford
Sep
16
2026
Wellness Wednesday Student Yoga
Wednesday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
UIC Rockford, Glenn Netto Health and Wellness Center, A146
Sep
19
2026
MERIT Gala 2026
Saturday, 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Franchesco's Ristorante
Sep
23
2026
Wellness Wednesday Student Yoga
Wednesday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
UIC Rockford, Glenn Netto Health and Wellness Center, A146
Sep
23
2026
Why isn’t healthcare as safe as air travel?
Wednesday, 6:15 pm–7:30 pm
UIC Rockford
Sep
24
2026
TRUTH Seminar
Thursday, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
UIC Rockford, Robert J. Vickrey, MD Auditorium, E207
Sep
25
2026
Junior Researchers Conference
Friday, 8:00 am–3:00 pm
UIC Rockford, S232
Sep
25
2026
Donuts and Apple Cider
Friday, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Commons