Your Podiatry Journey

Plot out your journey to podiatric medical school with these support resources from TMDSAS, TXHES, and our member podiatric medical school!

 

🚨 Notice UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine Application Deadline Extended to June 30, 2025! TMDSAS is now accepting applications to the UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine for Entry Year 2025 through June 30, 2025. Take advantage of this extended opportunity to join a growing field of medicine focused on serving the healthcare needs of Texas and beyond. How to Apply Choose the option that fits your status: Already Submitted a TMDSAS EY 2025 Application? You can apply to UTRGV SOPM at no additional cost! Fill out this short form to indicate your interest. TMDSAS will add UTRGV SOPM to your application—no fee required. Submit Form   Haven’t Submitted a TMDSAS EY 2025 Application? You can still apply directly to UTRGV SOPM! Fill out this form to get started. A TMDSAS representative will follow up with next steps. Please note: You will be required to pay a $230 application fee. This process is only for Entry Year 2025 and does not apply to EY 2026 (the current cycle that opened May 1). Submit Form

 

 

 

The UT Rio Grande Valley School of Podiatry Medicine

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Learn More about The UT RGV School of Podiatric Medicine

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Pre-Podiatry/TMDSAS/TXHES Supporting the Future of Podiatry: UTRGV’s Mission to Recruit and Train in a Region of Need Take a deeper look at the transformative mission of UTRGV's School of Podiatric Medicine and their inspiring push to transform Texas healthcare by filling a crucial need.

 

• 📺 Watch Live: Applying to Podiatry School in Texas – TMDSAS YouTube Panel (Tuesday, May 13)
  Get expert advice on prerequisite coursework, experience hours, school expectations, and live Q&A with UTRGV SOPM representatives.

 

• 📺 Replay: Previous information sessions with the admissions team (below) to learn more about what it takes to be a competitive podiatry applicant.

 

 

 

Applicant FAQ

 

What is Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)?
A podiatrist is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), known also as a podiatric physician or surgeon, qualified by their education and training to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg.

 

How many Schools of Podiatric Medicine are in the United States?
With the UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine, their 10 schools in the U.S. and 1st in the State of Texas.

 

How many students will the UTRGV Podiatric Medicine program accept?
The school will be accepting 40 students annually into the program and will have the lowest tuition rate out of all 10 schools in the United States.

 

What is the expected length of program for UTRGV’s Podiatric Medicine?
The Doctor of Podiatric Medicine is a 4-year program that will prepare students for residency and a lifelong career in their field.

 

How long is the residency program for DPMs?
The residency program is for DPMs is 3 years.

 

When will UTRGV’s Podiatric Medicine program begin?
Classes begin August 8, 2022