University Student Catalog/Handbook - Academic Year 2025-26 - Revision 1.0.0

Sep 18, 2026

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University Student Catalog/Handbook for California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) covering the academic year 2025-26 (7/1/2025–6/30/2026). Explains that CUSM operates CUSM School of Medicine (CUSM-SOM) and that prospective and enrolled students should review catalog content, including conduct and attendance expectations. Notes policies may be revised as programs and regulations evolve, with updates provided in writing. Defines how graduation requirements depend on the catalog version at enrollment and outlines core sections for university, MD, and MBS programs.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages353

Reading Time14 h 50 min

AccessFree to download

CUSM GENERAL INFORMATION

The Purpose of the University

CUSM Vision

CUSM Mission Statement

CUSM Institutional Learning Outcomes

Diversity Statement

Academic Freedom Statement

History of the University

CUSM Organizational Structure

Campus Address

Board of Trustees

Office of Ombuds

ACCREDITATION

Status of Accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Status of Accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education

ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

CUSM/CUSM-SOM Building

Educational Space

Clinical Skills/Simulation Center

Cadaver and Histology Laboratories

Biomedical Research Facility

| | | --- | | | | University Student Catalog/Handbook Academic Year 2025-26
(7/1/2025 – 6/30/2026)
Revision 1.0.0

| ABOUT THIS STUDENT CATALOG/HANDBOOK California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) has established CUSM School of Medicine (CUSM-SOM), which is the eleventh allopathic medical school in the state of California. Prospective students are primarily drawn from a national pool of applicants with a focus on disadvantaged* California and Inland Empire applicants. CUSM students are expected to be familiar with the information in the Student Catalog/Handbook and other publications relating to student conduct and attendance. Prospective students may use this document as a reference for CUSM information, policies, and procedures. Since this Student Catalog/Handbook is prepared in advance of the period of time that it covers, changes in programs and regulations may occur. All policies are subject to revision as necessary. Any changes or additions to this Student Catalog/Handbook will be made in writing and will be provided to all students in print or electronically. These policies are specific to the CUSM educational programs and related services. Notice: Students are responsible for being familiar with all the information contained in the CUSM Student Catalog/Handbook prior to matriculation. The CUSM Student Catalog/Handbook is subject to change as the university embraces continuous quality improvement and evolution of thought. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this CUSM Student Catalog/Handbook prior to signing an enrollment agreement. * The disadvantaged status is self-determined, but common premises may include: • Lack of socioeconomic resources during childhood • Family received aid from state and/or federal assistance programs • Growing up in a medically underserved area during childhood STUDENT CATALOG/HANDBOOK NOTICE Graduation requirements are determined according to the Student Catalog/Handbook in effect at the time of enrollment. Sections This University Student Catalog/Handbook for California University of Science and Medicine consists of the following sections: Section I: CUSM University Catalog Section II: CUSM School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program Student Handbook Section III: CUSM School of Medicine Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) Program Student Handbook Revisions Since this Student Catalog/Handbook is prepared in advance of the period of time that it covers, changes in programs and regulations may undergo minor revisions. The following list indicates the revision history. July 22, 2025 Revision 1.0.0 Initial publication. | | | --- | | | | California University of Science and Medicine
Section I: University Catalog
Academic Year 2025-26 | TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................... I-2 CUSM GENERAL INFORMATION....................................................................................................... I-6 The Purpose of the University............................................................................................................. I-6 CUSM Vision ........................................................................................................................................ I-6 CUSM Mission Statement ................................................................................................................... I-6 CUSM Institutional Learning Outcomes.............................................................................................. I-6 Diversity Statement ............................................................................................................................ I-7 Academic Freedom Statement ........................................................................................................... I-7 History of the Un

FAQs

What is the scope and date range of this CUSM Student Catalog/Handbook?

It covers the academic year 2025-26, from 7/1/2025 to 6/30/2026.

Who is this Student Catalog/Handbook intended for and how should it be used?

Prospective and enrolled students are encouraged to review it as a reference for CUSM information, policies, and procedures, including conduct and attendance.

How are graduation requirements determined?

Graduation requirements are determined according to the Student Catalog/Handbook in effect at the time of enrollment.

Sep 18, 2026

Uploaded by Theodora