School Details
UTMB opened in 1891 as the nation’s first public medical school and hospital under unified leadership—already a pioneer. What began as one hospital and medical school building in Galveston is now a major academic health sciences center of global influence. It has medical, nursing, health professions, and graduate biomedical schools; a world-renowned research enterprise; and a growing, comprehensive health system with hospitals on three campuses and a network of clinics. UTMB is a part of the University of Texas System and a member of the Texas Medical Center.
UTMB includes schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, and Graduate Biomedical Sciences. It also has three institutes of advanced study, a major medical library, and a network of hospitals and clinics that provide a full range of primary and specialized medical care. There are also numerous research facilities. Degrees and certificates are offered at all levels. For greater flexibility, UTMB offers online programs. UTMB online degrees are available at every level from bachelor completion to doctorate degrees.
Accreditation & Licensing
The University of Texas Medical Branch is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)