Preface

Foreward

The Student Handbook is a compilation of services and other information essential to Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM). It is designed to familiarize students with their rights and responsibilities as well as policies, procedures, and regulations. In addition, this handbook includes useful information on services that promote an optimum environment for student development, health, and satisfaction.

The provisions of this handbook reflect the general nature of and conditions concerning student services at MSM, but do not constitute a contract or otherwise binding agreement. Procedures set forth in this handbook are subject to change at any time, and all programs and activities described in this handbook are subject to cancellation or termination by MSM without prior notice.

Disclaimer:
The information in the Student Handbook is current and accurate as of July 1, 2026. MSM reserves the right to change information described in this handbook without prior notice. Changes will be posted on the school’s website and made available in hard copy in the Office of Student Affairs.

Introduction

To facilitate your transition into student life at the Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), the Administration has prepared this STUDENT HANDBOOK. We have attempted to put in one place key policies and procedures of the school. The electronic table of contents is sufficiently detailed to permit your rapid reference to those portions of the HANDBOOK that relate directly to questions you might have. The MSM handbook is designed to be a ready resource for students during your educational matriculation. All students must follow the guidelines, procedures, and regulations in the most current version of the Handbook, regardless of their program entry date.You are required to read and acknowledge your understanding of the entire text pertaining to your program and to get an overview of life at MSM.