Frist College of Medicine

The #USMLE Management Committee decided that a four-point increase in the passing standard will apply to Step 2 CK examinees testing on or after July 1, 2025. On the three-digit score scale, the passing standard will change from 214 to 218. bit.ly/45XIUeJ

For the first time in more than 40 years, a new Christian medical school granting MD degrees has opened its doors in the US.christianitytoday.com/2025/04/christ…

This has been in the works for a while, which is why I am so excited to finally be able to share the news. Such a fantastic collaboration between @FristCOM and @TSUedu. belmont.edu/stories/articl…

Belmont opens Tennessee's first medical school in 50 years trib.al/80JIDIg

We welcomed our first class to @fristmed today! Here’s a little about them:

New doctors need to complete graduate medical education (GME) before practicing independently, & increasing federal support for GME is a crucial step toward alleviating the physician shortage. Read more about @BelmontUniv's new #medschool via @WPLN: ow.ly/NjiF50SKvXm #meded

It's the first new medical school in the city since 1876! @FristCOM #nashville

Exciting day at Belmont University! We are thrilled to make history with the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine!

It was a pleasure having you!

🎉 It's a historic day in Nashville! We’re celebrating the grand opening of the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University and The Center for Interprofessional Engagement and Simulation.

Last night I had a great time meeting with @VanderbiltU premed students. They had so many great questions about @FristCOM!

Excited to be here in Seattle for #AAMC23

Had a great time speaking to @UTKnoxville students about the Frist College of Medicine!

Well, THIS happened today!

Belmont's Frist College of Medicine earns preliminary accreditation: 'Years in the making' tennessean.com/story/news/hea…

We are excited to announce The Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine has secured preliminary accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). 🎉 Read more here 🔗 bit.ly/3Qe3MGv