WSU College of Medicine Launches New Pathway Program for Enrolled Tribal Members

Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine News

Sep 15, 2025

Announces a new pathway for enrolled American Indian/Alaska Native members to participate in a free post-baccalaureate program aiming to recruit, train, and retain medical students for tribal communities. The program is open to previously unsuccessful medical school applicants. Discusses the differences in health outcomes for tribal communities.

Health disparities · Health workforce pipeline · Recruitment and retention of health professionals · Tribal communities · Washington