2020-2021 Academic Year Graduating Seniors Survey Summary Report

Each year, the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) collaborates with the nation's colleges of osteopathic medicine (COMs) to distribute the AACOM Graduating Seniors Survey. A total of 4,673 expected 2021 graduates responded to the survey from 37 COMs and branch campuses.  The Graduating Seniors Survey queries graduates on a variety of topics and compiles a comprehensive snapshot of students’ self-reported debt and financing of medical education, educational experiences, and satisfaction with their medical education. The survey asks students to outline their plans for graduate medical education (GME), specialty selection, and career.