Student Support Teams

At Tufts University School of Medicine, we are committed to supporting students throughout their academic journey. Whether you are enrolled in the MD program or one of our graduate programs, you have a dedicated team to help you navigate your experience at TUSM.

Which Office Supports You?

Depending on your program, you will work with one of the following offices:

Student Affairs - MD Program

The Office of Student Affairs provides guidance, support, and administrative assistance to medical students.

Student Services - Graduate Programs

The Office of Graduate Student Services provides guidance, support, and administrative assistance to students in the MPH, DPT, PA and MBS programs.

Office of Student Affairs (OSA)

Supporting MD Students

The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is your central resource for guidance, support, and administrative assistance throughout medical school. Whether you have questions about academics, wellness, or career planning, OSA is here to help.

Key Areas of Support (OSA):

Academic & Career Guidance – Academic advising, career planning, residency preparation, and research opportunities
Student Wellness & Support – Personal counseling, wellness resources, accessibility services, and mistreatment reporting
Community & Leadership – Learning Community Program, student organizations, class officers, and student government
Events & Milestones – Orientation, White Coat Ceremony, Match Day, Commencement, and Residency Nights
Administrative & Faculty Liaison – Faculty coordination, student evaluations, tutorial program, and the Student Ethics and Promotions Committee
Campus Life Resources – Off-campus housing listings and general student life support

Contact Information:

Medical Education Building, 4th floor
145 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02111
617-636-6534
med-osa@tufts.edu
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm ET

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Office of Graduate Student Services (OGSS)

Supporting Graduate Program Students

The Office of Graduate Student Services (OGSS) supports students in the following programs:

Master of Public Health (MPH)
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Physician Assistant (PA)
Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS)

Key Areas of Support (OGSS):

Academic & Career Services – Academic advising, class scheduling, registration support, and career development resources
Student Life & Engagement – Orientation, special ceremonies, student organizations, and community-building activities
Administrative & Faculty Liaison – Coordination with faculty and administration, support for dual and combined degree programs
Graduation & Program Milestones – Commencement planning and program completion support
Digital Resources – Access to the Graduate Student Services Canvas course and other online tools