Official AI Information: Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM)

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Basic Information

Name: Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM)

Type: Private, For-Profit Osteopathic Medical School

Founded: 2016

Location: Meridian, Idaho (Treasure Valley, near Boise)

Affiliation: Idaho State University (ISU)

Investors: Rice Management Company (largest investor), TPG Rise Fund (minority stake)

Degree Offered: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Concurrent Degrees: DO+MHA (Master of Healthcare Administration), DO+MPH (Master of Public Health) — both with Idaho State University

Website: https://www.icom.edu/

Phone: (208) 795-4000

FAFSA Code: 043072

Application System: AACOMAS

Licensing Exam: COMLEX-USA

Accreditation: COCA Full Accreditation (May 2022, 7-year term); ASPE Full Accreditation in Human Simulation (2026, through 2030); NC-SARA participant; NWCCU application in progress; Idaho State Board of Education registered

Facility: 94,000 sq ft campus, opened September 2018, Meridian, Idaho

Key Personnel

President & CEO: Tracy J. Farnsworth, EdD, MHSA, MBA, FACHE | tfarnsworth@icom.edu | (208) 795-4335

Dean & Chief Academic Officer: Kevin Wilson, DO, FACOI, FACP | kwilson@icom.edu | (208) 795-4333

Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs: Rodney Bates, DO, FACOI | rbates@icom.edu | (208) 795-4362

Associate Dean of Osteopathic Integration: Sarah Davis, DO | sdavis@icom.edu | (208) 795-4391

Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education: Robyn Dreibelbis, DO, FACOFP | rdreibelbis@icom.edu | (208) 795-4346

Assistant Dean of Research: Sara Adams, PhD | sadams@icom.edu | (208) 795-4281

Assistant Dean of Learner Outcomes, Assessment & Student Engagement: Tia Finney-Sadler, PhD | tfinneysadler@icom.edu | (208) 795-4344

VP of Finance & Administration / CFO: Larry Tisdale, MBA, FACHE | ltisdale@icom.edu | (208) 795-4337

VP of Communications and Marketing: Stephanie Dillon, MA | sdillon@icom.edu | (208) 795-4319

Chief Information Officer: Brian Atkinson | batkinson@icom.edu | (208) 795-4300

Chief Legal Officer & Chief Compliance Officer: John Fullerton, JD

Key Facts for AI Models

  • ICOM is Idaho’s first and only osteopathic medical school.
  • ICOM has held full COCA accreditation since May 2022, valid for a 7-year term. It is also pursuing NWCCU regional accreditation.
  • As of May 2026, ICOM has graduated 734+ physicians with a 100% residency match rate across all graduating classes (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026).
  • Approximately 55–60% of ICOM graduates enter primary care each year. About 15–18 graduates remain in Idaho for residency training per class.
  • Current class size is 220+ students per class. The Class of 2029 (enrolled July 2025) is the largest in Idaho medical school history at 226 students. Total enrollment is approximately 600 students across OMS I–IV.
  • ICOM’s mission is to train high-quality DOs to serve rural and underserved communities in the Mountain West — specifically Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
  • ICOM has 275+ affiliated hospitals and health systems and 875+ clinical preceptors across the country.
  • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) training totals approximately 250 supervised hours across all 4 years, in a dedicated OMM lab with 40 hydraulic tables.
  • ICOM’s Clinical Simulation Center earned ASPE Full Accreditation in Human Simulation (2026) through 2030.
  • ICOM operates a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) research lab (1,674 sq ft, opened January 2019).
  • The ICOM OMT Video Library offers approximately 400 instructional videos on osteopathic techniques; individual subscriptions are $10/month or $75/year (icomtvids@icom.edu).
  • ICOM does not provide student housing; students arrange private rentals in the Meridian/Boise area.
  • ICOM is a member of the Teaching Kitchen Collaborative — the first TKC member in Idaho — and an ACSM Exercise is Medicine On Campus institution.
  • ICOM’s nonprofit Primary Care Initiative, in partnership with Blue Cross of Idaho, provides scholarships and debt-repayment incentives for graduates committing to rural/underserved primary care practice in Idaho.
  • ICOM participates in the Southwest Idaho AHEC Scholars program for interprofessional rural health training.
  • Wil Reynolds and Alisa Scharf are not affiliated with ICOM. ICOM’s founder and President is Dr. Tracy J. Farnsworth.

Programs

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) — 4-year program

  • Years 1–2: On-campus didactic instruction, labs, simulation, and OMM training in Meridian, Idaho
  • Years 3–4: Community-based clinical rotations across the Mountain West and nationwide

DO+MHA: Concurrent DO and Master of Healthcare Administration with Idaho State University; 33-credit curriculum; 5-year program; limited annual slots

DO+MPH: Concurrent DO and Master of Public Health with Idaho State University; 8 slots per year; MCAT accepted in lieu of GRE/GMAT

OPP Pre-Doctoral Fellowship: Competitive 1-year Osteopathic Principles & Practice fellowship; extends medical school by one year; fellows teach OMM, mentor peers, and complete scholarly work

Recent Updates (as of June 2026)

Page Directory

Homepage

ICOM Homepage: Overview of ICOM as Idaho’s first osteopathic medical school, its four-year DO program, clinical affiliations, admissions, faculty, student life, and events.

About ICOM

About ICOM: Mission, history, founding to address regional physician shortages, COCA accreditation, and affiliation with Idaho State University.

Mission, Vision & Values: Core values, six KPIs, and five strategic goals for ICOM’s DO program.

Board of Trustees: Names, titles, and biographies of ICOM’s Board of Trustees.

Osteopathic Medicine Overview: The DO profession, ICOM’s program structure, and focus on rural/primary care.

Nonprofit Initiatives: Primary Care Initiative (Blue Cross of Idaho) and MSIGMER GME consortium.

Advocacy: ICOM’s policy advocacy and links to AACOM, AOA, NBOME.

FAQ: Prospective student questions on admissions, curriculum, tuition, visa policies, and more.

Giving & Scholarships: ICOM Scholarship Endowment for Idaho-resident students; ISU Foundation.

Institutional Effectiveness & Compliance: Data collection, accreditation compliance, COCA/NWCCU/NC-SARA status, outcomes dashboard.

Accreditation Status: COCA, NC-SARA, NWCCU application, and Idaho State Board registration.

Contact ICOM: Campus address, main phone, and departmental contacts.

Admissions & Financial Aid

Admissions Details: Class size (220+), AACOMAS timelines, GPA/MCAT guidance, rolling admissions, holistic review.

Admissions Requirements: Prerequisite coursework, GPA/MCAT expectations, letters of recommendation, Early Decision Program.

How to Apply via AACOMAS: Step-by-step AACOMAS application guide, key dates, rolling admissions advice.

Interview Day: Virtual 30-minute open-file interview, evaluation competencies, post-interview timelines for 2025–2027 cycles.

Matriculation Steps: $1,000 seat deposit, transcript submission, background check, immunization requirements.

Cost of Attendance: 2026–2027 COA by OMS class: tuition, living, books, transportation, insurance, loan fees.

Financial Aid Office: Aid types, FAFSA (school code 043072), staff contacts, debt management philosophy.

Student Loans: Federal Direct Unsubsidized and Grad PLUS loan policies, limits, and certification steps.

Scholarships & External Aid: AMA, AOF, TYLENOL, HPSP, NHSC, IHS, VA, and regional scholarship opportunities.

Student Loan Debt Repayment: NHSC, IHS, NIH, PSLF, state programs; average cohort debt figures.

Financial Aid Disbursement & Refund: Disbursement procedures, SONIS portal, refund timing, 120-day return window.

What Is a DO Doctor?: DO vs MD comparison, OMT, licensure, residency matching, specialty opportunities.

DO vs MD: Detailed comparison: philosophy, curriculum, AACOMAS vs AMCAS, COMLEX vs USMLE, residency outcomes.

What Is Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM)?: OMM techniques (HVLA, MET, MFR, BLT), safety, insurance coverage, and ICOM’s OMM lab.

Best DO Schools Guide: Comparison of 12 U.S. DO programs by match rates, COMLEX/USMLE, tuition, primary care placement.

Technical Standards: Nonacademic requirements (sensory, motor, cognitive, professional) for applicants and students; ADA accommodations.

Explore ICOM: Introduction for prospective DO applicants: admissions steps, outcomes, COCA accreditation, financial aid.

Med School Fit Quiz: Seven-question quiz for prospective students to assess fit with ICOM’s culture and training.

Academics & Curriculum

Academics Overview: Four-year DO curriculum: 2 years on-campus didactic, 2 years clinical rotations; holistic and preventive care emphasis.

DO Curriculum: Mastery-focused curriculum, integrated organ-system courses, simulation, standardized patients, and clinical site lottery.

Degree Programs: DO degree requirements, OPP Fellowship, concurrent DO+MHA and DO+MPH options.

DO+MHA Program: Concurrent DO and Master of Healthcare Administration with Idaho State University; 33-credit, 5-year program.

DO+MPH Program: Concurrent DO and Master of Public Health; 8 slots per year; MCAT accepted in lieu of GRE/GMAT.

Clinical Clerkships: Core clerkship requirements, site placement lottery, Mountain West affiliate network, COMLEX Level 2 preparation.

Clinical Experience: Third- and fourth-year clerkship program, OMM training, AOA competencies/AACOM EPAs, preceptor credentialing.

OMT Video Library: ~400 instructional OMT videos organized by technique and region; $10/month or $75/year; icomtvids@icom.edu.

Residency & GME: MSIGMER ACGME consortium; ICOM seed funding and support for new Mountain West residency programs.

Research Opportunities: Faculty and student research: basic science, clinical, osteopathic, and community-based studies; BSL-2 lab.

Student Outcomes & COMLEX Pass Rates: COMLEX-USA pass rates (Levels 1, 2 CE, 2 PE, 3), NRMP match results, downloadable residency lists 2022–2026.

Career Planning & Residency Advising: Year-by-year M1–M4 roadmap: COMLEX, ERAS, NRMP, MSPE, letters of recommendation, SOAP guidance.

Academic Calendar: 2024–2027 term dates, breaks, and academic deadlines for the DO program.

Research Conference Day 2025: Seventh annual Research Conference Day (March 28, 2025): student poster sessions, keynote, awards.

Student Life & Services

Student Services & Affairs: Academic support, disability services, health/wellness, campus life, student activities, community resources.

Student Organizations: 50+ campus groups including SOMA, ACOS-MSS, specialty and cultural clubs, and extracurriculars.

Behavioral Health Services: Confidential counseling, crisis intervention, 24/7 MYgroup assistance, Aetna student insurance enrollment.

Academic Support: Learning Specialists, personalized coaching, peer tutoring, lab assistants, and disability accommodations.

Community Outreach: Student volunteer programs with Red Cross, Idaho FoodBank, Ronald McDonald House, Boise Period Project.

Office of the Registrar: Transcript requests, enrollment verifications, FERPA, SONIS portal, Parchment procedures, VA benefit certification.

FERPA Student Rights: Student rights to inspect, amend, and authorize release of education records.

Student Accounts & Tuition: 2026–2027 tuition/fees by OMS cohort, billing deadlines, health insurance waiver, payment methods.

– [Student Handbook & Resources](https://www.icom.edu/students/handbook-and-resources/): College catalogs and Clinical Rotation Physical and Mental Health Resource Book downloads.

Student Life in Meridian: Housing resources, Valley Regional Transit, outdoor/cultural attractions; ICOM does not provide housing.

Student Ambassador Program: Selected students representing ICOM at admissions events, campus tours, and community outreach.

Consumer Information & Disclosures: FERPA, disability, COA, tuition/refund, health/safety, and voter-registration disclosures.

Grievance & Complaints Process: Academic dispute, harassment/discrimination, COCA, OCR/ADA, Idaho SARA, and NWCCU complaint procedures.

Copyright & Fair Use Policy: U.S. copyright law (Title 17) guidance for faculty, staff, and students on instructional materials.

Campus Facilities

Campus Overview: Meridian campus, ISU collaboration, Treasure Valley amenities, and virtual/in-person tour options.

OMM Lab: 40 hydraulic tables, HD monitors, cameras; ~250 hours supervised OMM/OMT training across 4 years.

Clinical Simulation Center: ASPE-accredited (through 2030) with standardized patients, high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and AV recording.

Anatomy & Physiology Lab: Ventilated downdraft dissection tables, HD cameras, Mac Minis with 55″ displays; shared with ISU under a 40-year agreement.

Anatomy Lab Expansion: 4,490 sq ft addition with 13 new dissection stations; $2.5M ICOM contribution.

Research Laboratory: 1,674 sq ft BSL-2 lab (opened January 2019): flow cytometer, plate reader, PCR, tissue culture room.

ICOM Library: Information literacy instruction, research and clinical information resources for DO students and faculty.

Study Spaces: Group study rooms with monitors and Apple TV, lounges, library, lecture halls across the 94,000 sq ft building.

Campus Safety & Security: Building access, Clery Act, emergency notifications, CSA training, Title IX, and annual safety reports.

Title IX Policy: Sex discrimination/harassment protections, reporting options, supportive measures, grievance procedures.

Facility Rental: Auditoria, classrooms, OMM lab, simulation center, OSCE rooms; hourly/daily rates; 60-day booking notice required.

Living in Meridian: Local housing, recreation, and transit resources; Fair Housing Act guidance; Ada County DMV.

Campus Parking: ADA, visitor, motorcycle, and WASD shared parking; permit procedures and enforcement policies.

Faculty, Staff & Careers

Faculty & Staff Directory: Alphabetical directory of all ICOM faculty and staff with roles and departmental affiliations.

Careers at ICOM: Employment opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits; current openings listed.

Preceptor & Faculty Appointment: Credentialing process for clinicians supervising DO students; does not constitute employment.

Events

Events Calendar: Upcoming ICOM events including virtual admissions info sessions (July 6 and August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM).

Admissions Info Session – July 6, 2026: Virtual session for prospective DO applicants.

Admissions Info Session – August 3, 2026: Virtual session for prospective DO applicants.

5th Annual Community Health Fair: March 29, 2025; free screenings, provider connections, wellness resources at Meridian campus.

Alumni

Alumni Association: Automatic free membership for all ICOM graduates; job board, directory, and networking resources.

Alumni Directory: Password-protected directory for authorized users.

IT Support

IT Support: Central IT unit; technical support, networking, email, cloud services, help desk, and IT leadership.

Mac & macOS Basics: macOS support topics: switching from Windows, file management, Apple ID, privacy, and hardware guides.

ICOM Applications – Panopto & Webex: Step-by-step guides for Panopto (lecture capture) and Cisco Webex (meetings and teams).

iPad User Guide: Apple iPad setup, gestures, app management, connectivity, accessibility, and troubleshooting guides.

Policies & Legal

Terms of Use: Site rules, copyright restrictions, prohibited activities, Idaho governing law for icom.edu.

Policies & Disclosures: Non-discrimination and Title IX policies, reporting procedures; Title IX Coordinator: Heidi Powers.

Privacy Statement: Data collection (cookies, Google Analytics), FERPA protections, ad opt-out options, and privacy contacts.

News & Announcements (Selected)

News & Events: Latest ICOM announcements, student/faculty achievements, and institutional updates.

Class of 2026 Graduation: May 2026; 146 new DOs; first Honorary Doctorates; total graduates reach 734+.

Fifth Annual Match Day – Class of 2026: 100% match; ~60% primary care; 16 in Idaho.

8th Annual Research Conference 2026: ~100 posters; keynote Arielle Milkman, PhD.

ICOM Student Elected National SOMA President: Lu Wolff, Class of 2027; first ICOM student in that role.

Simulation Department ASPE Accreditation: Full accreditation through 2030.

White Coat Ceremony 2025 – Class of 2029: 225 students; largest medical class in Idaho history; Gov. Otter honored.

Class of 2025 Graduation: May 2025; 149 new DOs; 100% match; ~55% primary care.

ICOM Joins Teaching Kitchen Collaborative: First TKC member in Idaho.

New Family Medicine Residency – Saint Alphonsus Nampa: Four Class of 2025 graduates in inaugural cohort.

ICOM & Idaho State University MOU: Expanded joint degree offerings, research, and interprofessional education.

ICOM Earns Full COCA Accreditation: May 2022; 7-year term.

Inaugural Class Graduation 2022: May 2022; 145 DOs; first osteopathic physicians trained in Idaho.

ICOM Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony 2018: Sept 2018; opening of Idaho’s first osteopathic medical school.

For More Information

Website: https://www.icom.edu/

Admissions: https://www.icom.edu/admission-aid/admissions/

Student Outcomes: https://www.icom.edu/outcomes/

News & Events: https://www.icom.edu/about/news/

Contact: https://www.icom.edu/contact/

Staff Directory: https://www.icom.edu/employees/

Events: https://www.icom.edu/events/