Med Students

ACOFP Membership:

Start Your Career on the Right Track

Free student membership in ACOFP unlocks tools, networking, and leadership opportunities to support you as you prepare for your career as an osteopathic family physician.

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Picture Yourself in Family Medicine

Kickstart your journey in osteopathic family medicine— join the most connected community in the field.

Our student membership, offered completely free of charge, provides access to valuable resources and opportunities to support you through your medical career. Connect and engage with physicians and fellow osteopathic medical students, developing connections that pave the way for your future in family medicine. Benefit from exclusive educational materials, mentorship prospects, leadership opportunities, and insights into the evolving landscape of healthcare.

ACOFP and its members prepare students to thrive in the dynamic world of family medicine. 

Expand Your Network

  • Make connections with other osteopathic family medicine students through the Student Association of ACOFP and your local student chapter.
  • Attend the ACOFP Annual Convention and Scientific Seminars for free and expand your network by connecting with family physicians, residents, and fellow osteopathic medical students, and attend workshops and sessions designed just for students.
  • Connect with students at other COMS through the ACOFP Member Directory.

Get Support

  • Apply for student awards from the Auxiliary to the ACOFP.
  • Learn about family medicine residency training and receive advice from the ACOFP Resident Council.
  • Download the ACOFP 365 mobile app to access key member benefits anytime.

Learn

  • Get free access to on-demand sessions from ACOFP's Annual Convention to learn the latest in osteopathic medicine and view dedicated student programming.
  • Stay informed with our monthly, dedicated student newsletter.
  • Check out our eLearning Center for student-oriented courses on topics like leadership training and financial planning.
  • Receive complimentary access to OMTotal, the largest OMT video library with your COM's subscription.

Unlock Access to Our Offerings

To get a taste of what you'll have access to as a member, browse some of our online resources.


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Take the Next Step:

Become an ACOFP Member

How Much Does It Cost?

Membership for students is absolutely free! We know how costly starting a medical career can be, and we want to support students in gaining access to educational and professional development opportunities at no additional fee. 

Who Is Eligible

Student members must be enrolled in a college of osteopathic medicine accredited by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA). 

How to Begin

Getting started with your ACOFP student membership takes less than five minutes.

 

Need assistance?

Call 847.952.5100 or email membership@acofp.org.

 
For More Support, Connect with your Student Chapter
Now that you've started your journey with ACOFP at the national level, get in touch with your local student chapter for in-person gatherings and activities, as well as more leadership opportunities.