Albert Einstein College of Medicine

The Albert Einstein College of Medicine stands as a beacon of medical innovation and inclusive education in New York City. Founded in 1953, Einstein quickly distinguished itself as a leader in healthcare, committed to its motto, "Science at the heart of medicine." Its legacy includes groundbreaking contributions to medical advances, such as the first coronary artery bypass surgery, and fostering a research environment that has nurtured National Academy of Sciences members and National Medal of Science recipients among its faculty and alumni.

From its inception, Einstein was envisioned as a unique institution, providing medical training to "students of all creeds and races." Physicist Albert Einstein himself lent his esteemed name to the college, captivated by this commitment to diversity and the scientific method. This ethos continues today, shaping an academic environment where rigorous MD, PhD, and master's programs prepare the next generation of physicians and scientists. The highly selective MD program, boasting an acceptance rate of just 1.85% in 2024, now offers an extraordinary opportunity as it became tuition-free for all MD students following a historic $1 billion donation in 2024.

Beyond its core medical degree, Einstein is home to one of the nation's first three Medical Scientist Training Programs (MSTP), continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health since 1964, fostering physician-scientists who bridge the gap between research and patient care. The college's vibrant urban campus in the Bronx, as part of the Montefiore Einstein Health System, offers students a dynamic setting to engage in cutting-edge research through its several NIH-designated centers and contribute to a rich tradition of discovery and healing.