The Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM) is a private medical school in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It is the founding program of the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education and is accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation.
| Motto | Aletheuo, Epignosis, Therapeia "To be truthful, knowledgeable, and caring" |
|---|---|
| Type | Private medical school |
| Established | 2017 |
| Dean | Shannon Jimenez |
| Students | 600 |
| Location | , , United States 35°18′29″N 94°19′38″W / 35.3080°N 94.3273°W |
| Campus | Rural, 542 acres (219 ha) |
| Website | arcom |
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History
editThe school opened its doors to its inaugural class of 150 students in August 2017.[1] The first class graduated in May 2021 with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
Campus
editThe campus of ARCOM is located on 542 acres in Fort Smith, Arkansas.[1] The main building, a three-story 102,000 ft.² facility, began construction in March 2015,[2] with construction costs estimated at $32.4 million.[2] The ACHE campus has grown to include student housing, restaurants, retail, fitness center, and a 12-acre park with a playground and walking trail. Future growth includes more student housing, a grocery store, and a daycare center.
Academics
editARCOM confers the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree.
See also
editReferences
edit- 1 2 Lovett, John. "Degen Foundation grants Fort Smith medical college $500,000". Times Record. GateHouse Media, LLC. Retrieved 2 July 2018.
- 1 2 Tilley, Michael (Apr 21, 2016). "Osteopathic college achieves 'game changer' milestone with approval to recruit students". Talk Business & Politics: The City Wire.