Welcoming the Class of 2027
In July, the Saint Ö±²¥×ÔοÊÓƵ University School of Medicine welcomed its new cohort of first-year medical students at the annual White Coat Ceremony. The momentous ceremony symbolizes the trust bestowed upon them to carry on the honorable tradition of doctoring.
The Class of 2027 boasts 182 students — hailing from 24 states and 70 different colleges or universities. As they slip on their white coats and begin their journey, this year’s class is ready to make an impact through its studies and connections to the greater community.
Class of 2027 Fast Facts
- Over 6,000 applications submitted
- 182 students in the class
- 104 female and 78 male
- 11% underrepresented students in medicine
- 13 first-generation college students
- Over 100 students from Missouri and Illinois
- 130 students completed their undergraduate education in the Midwest
Class of 2027 Fun Facts
- 30 enjoy artistic hobbies such as crafting, painting, photography and dance
- 25 are musically talented and can sing or play at least one instrument
- 70 participated in sports with skills varying from hobby to varsity level