History
State University of New York Upstate Medical University traces its origins to 1834 with the opening of one of the nation's first medical schools in Geneva, NY. Syracuse University took over the Geneva Medical College in 1871 and renamed it the College of Medicine at Syracuse University.
Education
University Hospital will provide comprehensive, seamless and innovative patient and family centered health care to improve the health status of the communities we serve.
University Hospital will be the preferred area employer by offering an environment where employees and volunteers are personally and professionally valued, recognized and supported.
Research
This office oversees compliance, research integrity, responsible conduct of research, tech transfer, and industry outreach.Research administration provides service to faculty and staff seeking to obtain research funding. The sponsored programs post-award office provides comprehensive grants management services once a research account has been established.
Career
We see academic advising and career development not as distinct endeavors, but rather as points on a continuum. As such, in 2014, we began our learning communities program in which each of our classes are divided into smaller cohorts that have community-established identities. Named after our region’s Finger Lakes, each community is made up of students from each of the four classes and is facilitated by a team of faculty and professionals.
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Student services
The mission of the Office of Student Affairs at the Binghamton Campus is to assist, recruit and educate a diverse group of future physicians who will aspire to and maintain the highest standards of excellence in their personal and professional lives. Within the Office of Student Affairs, we strive to provide an atmosphere of support and resources that will enable each student to successfully complete the requirements for the MD degree.
Library services
The Health Sciences Library provides access to a multitude of electronic resources and curated content guides.
Medical services
The Student Health Office is located at 175 Elizabeth Blackwell Street, Syracuse, NY, in Jacobsen Hall on the 4th floor. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7:30 am 5:00 pm.
Student Health is staffed by a physician, nurse practitioners, nurses and administrative staff. Under routine circumstances, the student will be seen by the nurse practitioner.
Campus life
Upstate University Hospital Community Campus is a nationally recognized health care facility that offers a comprehensive range of services, including medical and surgical care, emergency services, intensive care, acute rehabilitation and inpatient psychiatric care.
Student clubs
College isn't just classes anymore! There are many opportunities for students to get involved on campus at SUNY Upstate Medical University.
With over 55 active student organizations, class activities and student governments—there is definitely something for everyone. Take a look at the many organizations available to you and if you have any questions, contact the Office of Campus Activities and we will be happy to assist you!
Upstate Medical University was most recently reviewed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) in the 2018-2019 academic year through a comprehensive evaluation which resulted in the reaffirmation of our accreditation. The next evaluation visit will take place in 2026-2027.