Student Evaluation Promotion and Graduation
To advance to the next academic year, podiatric medical students must fulfill all requirements of the current year and adhere to University and SOPM standards satisfactorily.
Graduation from UTRGV SOPM requires:
- Successful completion of pre-clinical rotation requirements in years one and two,
- Successful completion of clinical rotations in years three and four,
- Passing scores on APMLE Part 1,
- Passing OSCE in years three and four,
- Demonstrating essential professionalism expected of physicians,
- Adhering satisfactorily to all UTRGV and SOPM standards. All requirements must be met within six years from matriculation.
Student academic and behavioral performances are equally evaluated. Students are expected to demonstrate honesty, conscientiousness, respectfulness, and reliability in their assignments. Their conduct toward colleagues, faculty, staff, patients, and others must align with the professional standards expected of podiatric medical professionals.
The PMSEPC holds primary responsibility for recommending graduation only for candidates who have met all graduation requirements and demonstrated appropriate professional conduct. The committee oversees the academic progress and professional development of each student throughout the four-year podiatric medical education program.
The PMSEPC reviews information provided by module and clinical rotation directors, the students, academic advisors/program coordinators, academic records, and other relevant data. Recommendations regarding promotion or remediation adhere to the guidelines outlined in this handbook.
Promotion to Year Three
Students who have met all academic standards for completion of the Year One and Two modules are eligible for promotion to Year Three and may prepare to sit for The National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners APMLE Part 1 Exam.