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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.

  • 227 Rockford medical students

  • 635 Community faculty members teaching Rockford medical students

  • 89 Students in the Rural Medicine Education Program, which is one of the largest such programs 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.
Feb 9 2026
9 square of 4 sided items in university branded colors.

Arts and Crafts Exhibition Week

Monday, 7:00 am–10:00 pm
Commons
Feb 11 2026
Happy cups of cocoa in the snow.

Hot Cocoa Bar

Wednesday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Commons
Feb 11 2026

Darkness to Light Stewards of Children Program

Wednesday, 12:00 pm–3:15 pm
Boone-Winnebago Regional Office of Education- Winnebago Room
Feb 11 2026
Fit woman with outstretched arms and legs balancing on a blue ball

Take Time Wednesdays: Pilates Series

Wednesday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
UIC Rockford, Glenn Netto Health and Wellness Center
Feb 13 2026

Writing Accountability Group

Friday, 10:30 am–11:45 am
Zoom
Feb 13 2026
Computer pixels showing the use of data in various shades of blue.

Research Day 2026: Abstract Due Date

Friday, 5:00 pm–5:00 pm
Feb 18 2026
Fit woman with outstretched arms and legs balancing on a blue ball

Take Time Wednesdays: Pilates Series

Wednesday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
UIC Rockford, Glenn Netto Health and Wellness Center
Feb 19 2026
gray eye mask with  dried lavender on green background

Aromatherapy Eye Pillow

Thursday, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Commons
Feb 20 2026

Writing Accountability Group

Friday, 10:30 am–11:45 am
Zoom
Feb 25 2026
five books waiting to be read

February 2026 Faculty and Staff Book Club

Wednesday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
UIC Rockford, S226