Navigating all of the components of the Gateway Curriculum can seem daunting at first, and you likely have hundreds of questions about what being in medical school is truly like. Hear from our students about their day-to-day experiences and the components of the curriculum that are unique to WashU Med.

The Gateway Curriculum

The Gateway Curriculum is a spiraling curriculum, meaning that as we progress through the phases of Gateway, we are slowly building on our existing knowledge, bit-by-bit. The Gateway Curriculum is also integrated, so our foundational medical knowledge is melded with our classes on equity, professionalism, public heath, and more! Learn more about the classes we take to become physicians practicing trauma-informed care.

Clinical Skills

Don’t forget your stethoscope! Learn how we develop our clinical reasoning skills to narrow down a diagnosis and communicate with our patients.

Support and Resources

The network of support at WashU Med is endless. Learn about the informal and formal resources that are available to help us be at our best in medical school.

Feedback Integration

At all levels of the Gateway Curriculum, there are ways to offer your feedback and suggestions. See how you can make your impact.

Study Styles

The Gateway Curriculum offers the flexibility to study the way that is best for you. See the unique ways that students study at WashU Med!

Study Locations

Home? Library? Coffee shop? Choose your own studying adventure!

Social Events

Medical school requires a lot of studying but also requires a lot of fun. Social events at WashU Med are endless. See some of the events planned by WashU Med for class cohesion and an overall great time.

Campus Tours

Get a glimpse of some of the facilities around WashU Med campus.