The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) welcomed its newest class of student physicians this week as 231 incoming medical students arrived on campus for New Student Orientation.
The Class of 2030 represents ICOM’s largest incoming class to date and continues the College’s strategic expansion to educate more physicians for Idaho and the communities that need them most. Students officially began orientation on Tuesday, July 28, before starting classes on Monday, August 3.
This year’s class includes students from 125 colleges and universities across 31 states. ICOM’s Class of 2030 also includes 38 Idaho residents, bringing together a diverse group of future physicians committed to serving patients across the country. Throughout orientation week, students participated in academic preparation, campus programming, and activities designed to introduce them to ICOM’s curriculum, faculty, and mission.
“We are very excited to welcome ICOM’s newest student physicians,” said Dr. Kevin Wilson, Chief Academic Officer at ICOM. “They are beginning their journey to becoming caring and competent osteopathic physicians prepared to care for people in Idaho and other underserved communities across the United States. We are working diligently to help solve the physician shortage crisis across our state.”
The continued growth of ICOM’s incoming class reflects the College’s commitment to addressing Idaho’s physician workforce needs. Idaho currently ranks 50th in the nation for physicians per capita and 49th for active primary care physicians, underscoring the importance of educating and retaining more healthcare professionals throughout the state.
The first day of classes for the 2026–2027 academic year begins Monday, Aug. 3.
