MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Washington, Washington DC · Visiting Student (MD/DO)
Always confirm details on the official institution page before applying. Requirements, fees, and deadlines can change.
About this program
Visiting Students Program 2026-2027 Academic Year (Georgetown Medical Education)
Georgetown University School of Medicine and MedStar Health look forward to hosting fourth-year visiting students for the 2026-2027 academic year. All visiting student rotations must be processed through the AAMC Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) platform.
2026-2027 Application Timeline:
Catalog published in VSLO early March 2026
Applications begin March 30, 2026 through VSLO
Rolling basis
AAMC VSLO platform
Applications submitted through your home medical school's Dean's office.
Georgetown SOM Visiting Students Program (2026-2027). VSLO-based for LCME/COCA M4. VSLO opens March 30. INTL contact Dr. Irma Frank ([email protected]). MedStar Health Diversity scholarship available. Replaces medstarhealth.org/education generic. One-by-one packet #40.Verbatim from source page · audited 2026-05-25
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Multi-specialty (4+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
- Rolling applicationsApply year-round, not tied to a single yearly window
Watch for
- INTL not eligibleProgram is US LCME/COCA only — no IMG pathway
- VSLO platform requiredYour home medical school must participate in AAMC VSLO
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- 2-4 weeks of structured clinical experience
- Placement in your chosen specialty across 4 departments
- Direct supervision by attending faculty
- Rounds, case discussions, and bedside teaching participation
How to apply
- Confirm eligibility with your home Dean's office.Verify your school participates in VSLO and that you have completed any required core clerkships.
- Open the program's official Visiting Students page.Review the current elective catalog, available specialties, and any program-specific forms.
- Submit your application through the AAMC VSLO platform.Your home Dean's office handles the submission. Include the Dean's letter of permission and any required documentation.
- Wait for the program to assign your rotation.Lead time varies by demand. Programs review on a rolling or cohort schedule (see Lead time tile above).
- Complete pre-arrival onboarding.Health clearance, malpractice attestation, immunization documentation, and orientation are coordinated by the program before your start date.
Available specialties
Eligibility requirements
MD/MBBS, USMLE Step 1, health clearance, faculty sponsor | Visa: B1/B2
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