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White Coat Ceremony

 

White Coat Ceremony

The White Coat Ceremony was initiated in 1993 at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation supports the widespread adoption of this celebratory and solemn event, which has been adopted by roughly 97% of medical schools. Beginning in 2007, the College of Medicine – Phoenix began holding the ceremony at the conclusion of the first academic block, Introduction to Medicine, as a rite of passage to engage in patient and clinical experiences.

White Coat Ceremony Dates
July 19, 2024
July 18, 2025
July 17, 2026
July 16, 2027

Match Day

 

Match Day

Match Day is the culmination of a complex year-long process that matches the nation’s graduating medical students with residency programs. Match results are released nationally at Match Day ceremonies coordinated to occur on the same date – the third Friday in March – at the same time (1 p.m. Eastern time) each year.

Match Day Dates
March 21, 2025
March 20, 2026
March 19, 2027

Commencement

 

Commencement

Commencement marks a student's journey to the final phase of their medical study. Though theoretically their studies are not yet complete, this day signifies their transition from the classroom to their desired medical field.

Commencement Dates
May 12, 2025
May 11, 2026
May 10, 2027