Independent Study

Independent Study (IS) in the SOM is a self-paced course which allows students in the 3rd year curriculum to complete academic requirements or projects for the year without distracting from the clerkship schedule. It allows students to remain in their assigned M3 group with the intent to rejoin the group at the completion of the course. Independent Study is scheduled for 2 weeks in the 3rd year curriculum. This time frame can be extended up to but not to exceed 10 weeks within the 3rd year. Approval for the extension must be given by the associate dean for academic affairs. Students who request an extention of the time in independent study will be required to submit a plan of study to demonstrate good time management. There will be no grade at completion of this course.