COCA is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as the accreditor of colleges of osteopathic medicine. COCA accreditation signifies that a college has met or exceeded the Commission’s standards for educational quality. The COCA only accredits osteopathic medical education programs operating in the United States.
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Aug. 29-30, 2024
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Open comment period
The Standards Review Committee of the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation is seeking public comment on proposed clarifying language to the 2023 COM New and Developing Accreditation Standards, the 2023 COM Continuing Accreditation Standards and the Standards Glossary. Learn more.
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