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In its third year, master’s degree program has tripled in class size

Members of the MSBS Class of 2027 standing in front of the main building

Two years ago, the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) launched its first master’s degree program — a nine-month Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) degree designed to prepare students for success in medical school or in other health professions.

Members of the MSBS Class of 2027 standing in front of the main building
Monday, August 10, 2026 - 12:02

In its third year, master’s degree program has tripled in class size

Two years ago, the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) launched its first master’s degree program — a nine-month Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) degree designed to prepare students for success in medical school or

Students walking to class on WVSOM's campus
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 12:01

WVSOM sets record for number of students from West Virginia

With its new first-year medical students, the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) welcomed a class that includes the largest number of West Virginia residents in the school’s history. 

Architectural rendering of WVSOM Science Building
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 08:38

Construction continues as science building expansion takes shape

Greenbrier County residents may notice that a building on the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine’s (WVSOM) campus will have a new look next year. A $35 million expansion of the Fredric W.