Notices & Regulatory Items

This is the location where any accreditation or licensure documents will be found. Additionally, the location of announcements of any accreditation site visits will be found here.

Notices Related to Future Programs (Programs other than DO Program)

Please note that Drs. Kiran & Pallavi Patel Global University d/b/a Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) currently only operates the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Program. In addition to the DO degree, the organization is licensed to offer two master’s degrees programs (Anesthesiology Assistant and Preclinical Sciences), but these programs are not currently operational. The organization does not intend to operate either of these programs until after full institutional accreditation is achieved by an institutional accreditor recognized by the US Department of Education with authority to accredit institutions with masters programs. These programs are not anticipated to begin instruction until on or after 2028.

Information on sexual predator and sexual offender

Pursuant to Florida Statue 1005.10, this is the official notice to inform students and employees of the existence of the Department of Law Enforcement Sexual Predator and Sexual Offender Registry website at https://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/sops/home.jsf and toll-free number at 1-888-357-7332 that gives access to sexual predator and sexual offender public information pursuant to s. 943.043.

Employment Guarantee Disclaimer

Pursuant to Florida Rule 6E-1.0032(6)(j), OCOM will not make any employment guarantee or implication. OCOM may disclose information relating to market and job availability that is verified through statistical research; however, OCOM will not promise or imply any specific market or job availability amounts.

Status of Eligibility for Title IV Federal Student Aid Programs

Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) provides a list of third-party lenders available offering private student loans. OCOM is not currently eligible for Federal Student Aid (“the Title IV program”). Current federal regulations (specifically the Higher Education Act, Section 102) specify that a proprietary institution of higher education must meet the basic Title IV eligibility criteria and in addition must have been legally authorized to provide (and have continuously been providing) the same or a substantially similarly educational program for at least two consecutive years and be accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency prior to applying for the Title IV program eligibility. OCOM currently anticipates that the institution will receive its accreditation and graduate its first class in 2028. When accreditation is achieved, OCOM will submit an application to the US Department of Education for participation in the Title IV program. Once approved to participate in the Title IV program, future OCOM students will be eligible to apply for federal financial aid.

Information Regarding Florida’s Commission for Independent Education

A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Commission for Independent Education at 325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400, (888) 224-6684 toll free.

Information Regarding Status with COCA

Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM), Winter Garden, Florida, has been recognized as Pre-Accreditation Status for the purpose of institutional and programmatic accreditation through the American Osteopathic Association Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA).

Pre-accreditation status may be granted to COMs who have achieved candidate status and meet the standards of pre-accreditation status. In order to assure adequate self-study, timely consideration of information, and provide for faculty and administration development, an institution seeking COCA pre-accreditation status must conform to these provisions. The COCA may not waive compliance with these procedures.

A pre-accredited COM may accept and matriculate students only in the following progressive enrollment:

1) Year 1 – no more than 50% of the approved class size;
2) Year 2 – no more than 75% of the approved class size; and
3) Years 3 and 4 – no more than 100% of the approved class size.

Year 1 Pre-Accreditation Site Visit | Public Notification of Opportunity to Comment

This will serve as formal notice consistent with COCA Accreditation Element 12.7 that the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine has scheduled a Year 1 Pre-Accreditation Site Visit for the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) on Monday, January 27 – Thursday, January 30, 2025. Third-party comments regarding this site visit or other questions or comments regarding OCOM may be sent to COCA at predoc@osteopathic.org or COCA, c/o AOA 142 E Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Inquiries to OCOM may be forwarded to Robert T Hasty, DO, FACOI, FACP, Dean & Chief Academic Officer at rhasty@ocom.org.

Student Catalog

Here is the link to the current version of the Student Catalog.

Drs. Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University (KPGU)

Mission

The mission of Orlando Health Sciences University is to train caring and competent medical professionals who will have an impact on the Central Florida community, our nation, and our global community.

Vision

The vision of Orlando Health Sciences University is to be a leader in training caring, altruistic, and excellent medical professionals in support of our mission.

Values

1. Innovation & Continuous Improvement

2. Inclusivity & Diversity

3. Integrity

4. Wellness

5. Caring

6. Service

The Drs. Kiran & Pallavi Patel Global University (KPGU) and its constituent college, the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM), uphold a commitment to academic freedom and free speech. As a private institution, this commitment is rooted in its institutional values and educational mission, rather than being mandated by the First Amendment, which primarily restricts government entities.

Statement Regarding Censorship for KPGU/OCOM

  • The university's approach to censorship is guided by the following principles, which are common across many higher education institutions:

    • Academic Freedom: Faculty members have the freedom to conduct research, publish their findings, and teach their subjects without unreasonable institutional interference. This allows for the exploration of complex and controversial topics necessary for the advancement of knowledge.

    • Freedom of Speech: All members of the university community—students, faculty, and staff—have the right to express their views on matters of public concern. While this right is protected, it's not absolute. The university may place reasonable restrictions on the "time, place, and manner" of speech to maintain order and a safe environment for all.

    • Distinction between Personal and Institutional Speech: Individuals within the university are free to express their personal opinions. However, they should not present these views as representing the official stance of the university. This distinction is crucial for maintaining the institution's integrity and protecting its academic mission.

  • Practices at OCOM and KPGU are designed to balance these freedoms with the institution's professional and educational responsibilities. The goal is to foster an environment of open inquiry and critical thinking, while also ensuring that all activities and expressions are in alignment with the standards of the medical profession and the university's code of conduct. 

    It's important to note that, as a Florida institution, KPGU/OCOM operates within a state that has implemented laws affecting higher education, such as the "Stop WOKE Act" (House Bill 7). While such laws can create an environment of concern regarding censorship and academic freedom, especially at public institutions, private universities like KPGU have a degree of autonomy in shaping their processes to protect these core values.