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Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine is the Doctoral degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine is known for its programs in medicine, medical assistant and technician, and therapy and counseling.
The school does not offer open admission.
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine had 1,772 enrolled students in 2005.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to the education of students in medicine, health and behavioral sciences. The College fosters the growth of the osteopathic profession by training physicians through programs of study, guided by osteopathic medical tradition, concept and practice. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is committed to the advancement of knowledge and intellectual growth through teaching and research, and to the well-being of the community through leadership and service."
More complete details are provided below.
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
4170 City Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
General Phone: (215) 871-6770
Admissions Phone: (215) 871-6700
Financial Aid Phone: (215) 871-6170
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 306 | osteopathic medicine, medical preparatory |
| Therapy And Counseling | 71 | clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology |
| Medical Support And Technology | 45 | physician assistant |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 11 | forensic science |
| Business And Management | 6 | organizational behavior |
Number of programs and degrees for Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| First-professional degree | 241 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 115 | 6 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 51 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 32 | 2 |
In 2005, Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine had a total enrollment of 1,772 students (1,603 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduate | 37% |
| First Professional | 63% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (215) 871-6700
Financial Aid:
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 335200)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (215) 871-6170
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 27 | $160,222 | 7 | $115,429 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 6 | $93,500 | 9 | $77,778 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 10 | $98,000 | 12 | $75,167 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $70,250 | 3 | $97,667 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 47 | $130,809 | 31 | $87,194 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Organizational Behavior Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (DO)
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Counseling Psychology
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Has hospital on campus
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