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

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.
Jul 12 2025
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Walk with U

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Headquarters Forest Preserve
Jul 15 2025
medical student discusses health issues with parent and child

Health Screening

Tuesday, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
AARC at Booker
Jul 17 2025
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Zoom Phone Training

Thursday, 10:00 am–11:00 am
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Jul 17 2025
Black office phone with digital readout screen and 12 keypad buttons

Zoom Phone Training

Thursday, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
A254
Jul 19 2025
walk with U silhouettes of people walking. Red, blue and light blue images

Walk with U

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Baumann Park Lake Loop
Jul 19 2025
medical student discusses health issues with parent and child

Health Screening

Saturday, 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
AARC at Booker
Jul 22 2025

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children Program

Tuesday, 12:00 pm–3:15 pm
Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education- Winnebago Room
Jul 23 2025
Things that make us feel healthy include plants, painting, medical support and more

Employee Health and Wellness Fair

Wednesday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, Commons
Jul 30 2025
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July 2025 Faculty and Staff Book Club

Wednesday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford, S226
Jul 31 2025
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Summer Science Internship Program Forum

Thursday, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
UIC Health Sciences Campus-Rockford