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College of Medicine Urban Health Program (COM-UHP)

Established in 1978 by the Illinois State Legislature, The Urban Health Program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine was a direct response to community-voiced concerns and calls to address the persistent healthcare disparities in underserved populations. Its goal was to increase the number of health professionals dedicated to serving these communities.

The College of Medicine Urban Health Program (COM-UHP) has a proven track record of developing leaders who will advance health equity. On all three sites of the University of Illinois College of Medicine, COM-UHP offers programs and services for students who are interested in working with underserved communities.

Our Campuses

There is a COM-UHP Office located on each of the UI COM campuses (Chicago, Peoria and Rockford). Each Office works with their respective Student Affairs and Academic Affairs Offices.

Mission

The mission of the College of Medicine Urban Health Program (COM-UHP) is to recruit, support, and graduate students into medicine with the goals of eliminating health disparities and advancing health equity.