The Burrell College Difference
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine blends evidence-based learning with real-world experience to prepare the next generation of doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs). Graduates from our campuses in Las Cruces, NM, and Melbourne, FL, enter the field with skill, confidence and a passion for caring for patients in every community.
Misson Medicine
A curriculum centered on mission medicine equips students to tackle health disparities and serve communities in need of medical care and advancement through advocacy, cultural competency and real-world engagement.
Research-Focused
Faculty-led research spans biomedical science, clinical care, education and population health. These experienced scholars and educators equip you to think critically and contribute to a future grounded in evidence-based medicine.
Helping Underserved Communities
Students engage in volunteer service activities that address the needs of underserved communities across the Southwest and Florida, building a foundation for continued service in their professional lives.
Academics
Our Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree program combines scientific rigor with human connection. Students complete two years of pre-clinical education, which includes anatomy, physical diagnosis and board preparation, followed by immersive clinical rotations.The curriculum is designed to cultivate excellence in primary care through a strong foundation in cultural competency and patient-centered care, with focused instruction in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine. Students also engage in broad-based clinical training across core disciplines, including Pediatrics, Surgery, Psychiatry, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the American Osteopathic Association's Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at a Glance
Here, future physicians not only gain an education but also a proven path to impact. Our outcomes demonstrate a dedication to community care, where students are empowered to serve where they are needed most, supported by a network of committed preceptors and faculty. Whether through community-focused clinical rotations, volunteerism or long-term research, our students lead with purpose, and their results speak for themselves.
99%
Cumulative Graduate Medical Education (GME) Placement
36K+
Student Volunteer Hours (2022-2025)
900+
Physician Preceptors
1/3
of Graduates Completing Residencies in the Mission Region
Locations
Burrell College offers the same accredited DO program, community-focused training and mission-centered rotations across two campuses in the vibrant regions of southern New Mexico and Florida’s Space Coast, near Orlando. Whether drawn to the cultural depth of Las Cruces, New Mexico, near El Paso, or the rapid growth of Melbourne, Florida, you’ll train in areas with real physician shortages.
Our Impact
Burrell College’s students and faculty are actively involved in research, service and clinical outreach. Whether it’s a student collaborating with Native communities or a professor conducting research in population health, their stories demonstrate how our mission is embodied in practice, not just in theory. See how we prepare doctors of osteopathy who can bring lasting change to the communities they serve.
Student Spotlight
Meet students and graduates improving healthcare access, elevating borderlands medicine, researching the socioeconomic impacts on health disparities and caring for their communities in various practice settings.
Featured Faculty
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine’s mentorship community includes experts in mission medicine, active researchers and experienced educators.
Community Outreach
Through student organizations, volunteer initiatives, and clinical rotations in diverse settings, students have meaningful opportunities to serve and make a lasting impact in our communities.
Burrell College Up Close
Take the Next Step
Your impact on underserved communities starts here. Whether you’re just exploring or ready to apply, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine offers the education, mentorship and mission to help you thrive.