Resources for Students
This page lists all policies and forms relevant to our medical students. For a curated list of key policies, see the Student Policy Handbook.
Prospective Students
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Policies relating to the admissions application fee.Including:guarantee of privacycredit card securityfee refund
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This policy defines the limited circumstances in which deferrals of admission may be granted to accepted students, and describes the process for requesting such a deferral.
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Policies explaining the impact of prior criminal convictions on admission to the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson.
Prospective Students, Residents
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Applicants to Graduate Medical Education programs at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson South must complete this form. Please download the form to your computer before opening it. Not all web browsers support fillable PDFs.
Employees, General Public
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A statement affirming the commitment of the College of Medicine – Tucson to diversity, approved by the Faculty in November, 2010. The Office of Institutional Equity oversees policies and procedures related to diversity and non-discrimination in... more
MD Students, Current Students
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To ensure that incoming medical students are able to complete the entire curriculum established by the College of Medicine, the College requires that each student be able to meet the technical standards defined in this document.
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University of Arizona policy on required immunizations of students.
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Procedures for new and continuing students to establish in-state residency. Approved by the Arizona Board of Regents.
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Attendance policies for blocks, clerkships and electives.
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This form is to authorize the release of information and records about your academic career at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
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This handbook includes the policies of the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) Program, for the class of 2018. Answers frequently asked questions about: Goals/Objectives Membership Requirements Elective credit Clinical and non-clinical... more
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This handbook includes the policies of the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) Program, for the classes of 2019 and 2020. Answers frequently asked questions about:Goals/ObjectivesMembershipRequirementsElective creditClinical and non-clinical... more
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These enrollment policies outline which blocks, courses, clerkships and electives students must enroll in to graduate with the MD degree.
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This policy comprehensively defines the ways that medical students' academic performance is assessed. This policy also outlines processes for remediating or otherwise responding to unsatisfactory performance, up to and including dismissal from the... more
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This policy reflects the expected behaviors that allow unsupervised access to the Gross Anatomy Lab.
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Form to request a leave of absence, per the related policy.
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Student general locker use policy.
3rd Year, 2nd Year
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Policy regarding fingerprinting and background check requirements for students at the College of Medicine.
Prospective Students, General Public
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The University of Arizona is committed to creating and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. This policy defines discrimination and harrassment, and explains the obligations of the UA and all employees, students, and other community... more
Prospective Students, Current Students
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This policy outlines the rules governing student transfer to the College of Medicine – Tucson from eligible institutions.
Current Students, MD Students
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These Attributes of Professional Behavior describe behaviors that medical students are expected to develop during the course of their education, both in the classroom and in the community in which the educational mission operates.
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"Integrity and ethical behavior are expected of every student in all academic work," per this UA policy.
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Specifies colleges, schools, and departments which impose restrictions on "double dipping" course credit above and beyond the rules outlined in the general policies http://catalog.arizona.edu/2014-15/policies/double_use.htm and http://catalog.... more
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The attendance policy for students in the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) program, updated 10/06/2014.
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This handbook includes the policies of the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) Program, for the class of 2016. Answers frequently asked questions about: Goals/Objectives Membership Requirements Elective credit Clinical and non-clinical programs... more
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This handbook includes the policies of the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) Program, for the class of 2017. Answers frequently asked questions about: Goals/Objectives Membership Requirements Elective credit Clinical and non-clinical programs... more
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This policy explains the student laptop requirement, and sets the minimum technical specs for students who will graduate in 2019.
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Leave of Absence policy from the Educational Policy Committee.
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A policy detailing the requirement for medical students to carry health insurance coverage.
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The constitution for the Medical Student Council.
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Complete this form about yourself and your research interests.
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This previous version of the policies and procedures governing student progress and appeals of academic and disciplinary decisions went into effect in November, 2010, and was superceded by the current policy on June 30, 2013. The current policy is... more
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A policy specifying that the MD curriculum and graduation requirements may evolve during a student's time at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
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Procedures governing student appeals of academic/disciplinary decisions.
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Required application form and description of the course.
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Required application form. Submit to Grace Wagner (grace@surgery.arizona.edu).
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Satisfactory Academic Progress Financial Aid Policy
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Overall student code of conduct policy for the University of Arizona.
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The College of Medicine has secured a group disability insurance plan through Guardian for all medical students. This plan is both comprehensive and affordable and does not require any pre-issuance testing or medical examinations. The details of the... more
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Policy governing student disciplinary procedures at the University of Arizona.
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"Every medical student is expected to act with integrity in performing academic work." This policy outlines the principles of academic integrity and the rules governing the student honor code committee.
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This previous version of the policy governing the Student Honor Code Committee was active from January 27, 2010 to June 29, 2013. It is posted for archival purposes. The current policy is available here.
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Covers student use of educational material posted on ArizonaMed Online which contains material not licensed for distribution outside our curriculum.
Current Students, 3rd Year
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Although rarely granted, students who wish to change their clerkship rotation site after assignments have been made may only apply for a change of site if they have an extreme hardship. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students... more
Employees, Current Students
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The Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) offers training on research ethics, practices, and compliance to member organizations. CITI training is required for many research-related positions.
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General policy governing the recruitment and appointment of residents and fellows at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
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This policy requires all UAHN health care personnel to receive a flu shot by January 31, 2014, or take other specific measures when in patient areas. Applies to physicians, residents, fellows, temporary workers, trainees, volunteers, students,... more
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Outlines the overall system for assessing first- and second-year student performance at the College of Medicine – Tucson, and references specific policies governing assessment that exist within this plan.
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Professionalism policy and procedures for learners and faculty.
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Overview of policies governing professionalism for all College of Medicine students, staff members and faculty.
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This security management plan is relevant to students doing rotations at the University of Arizona Medical Center – South Campus, as well as to UA and College of Medicine employees working at this and related off-site locations. This plan describes... more
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Policy governing the procedure for student assignment to instructional clinical sites.
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Mutual responsibilities among learners, educators and administrators at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
Current Students, International Students
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This policy outlines the expectations for medical student use of Electronic Medical Record systems they interact with in the clinical setting.
4th Year, 3rd Year
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This form is required for students enrolling in independent study (899) and research (800) electives. It applies primarily to fourth-year MD students, and to some third-year students as well.
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This form is required for students enrolling in elective rotations (891 courses) at "away" sites. It applies primarily to fourth-year MD students, and to some third-year students as well.
Residents, Physicians
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The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for interactions with industry representatives for medical staff, faculty, staff, students, and trainees of The University of Arizona College of Medicine.
Employees, MD Students
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The Interim International Travel Policy of the University of Arizona applies to students, faculty and staff. Also see the International Travel Registration and Resources Portal, which provides a variety of tools and resources for those planning to... more
Current Students, 4th Year
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Duty hour policy created to parallel ACGME standards, with the understanding that medical students are supervised in all patient care activities and do not make independent patient care decisions.
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This booklet contains information applicable to students serving rotations at the VA, including policies, practices and procedures. 2012-2013 edition.
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Dress code for MD students.
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This handbook collects student policies for medical students in years 3 and 4 in a printable, offline-accessible PDF format.
General Public, Employees
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The University of Arizona policy on Protected Health Information and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Additional information is also available from the Office for the Responsible Conduct of Research.
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Policies of the College of Medicine - Phoenix regarding the scheduling and use of conference rooms, meeting rooms, and teaching space.
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Policy on smoking and the use of tobacco products on University of Arizona campuses. Applies to students, staff, faculty and visitors. Effective 8/25/2014.
Employees, Student Employees
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Complete this form to request a change in status for a current classified, appointed or student staff member. See the routing process flowchart for this form here.
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The main source of policies relating to student employees at the University of Arizona.
Department Head, Residents
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Guidelines for the responsible use of social media by individuals affiliated with the College of Medicine.
Visiting, MD Students
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Establishes policy and procedures for student occupational exposure to potentially infectious agents and/or hazardous materials. Also known as the "needle stick" policy.
Faculty, Employees
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Governs the requirement to supervise medical students in clinical situations, including definitions of the supervising physician, levels of supervision, and the procedures for such supervision.
Clinical, Visiting
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To provide students with guidelines for examining patients in a sensitive physical exam.
Current Students
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Plan for Student Performance Assessment in Years 1 and 2: Tucson