WesternU COMP Achieves 100% Residency Placement for Third Year

The osteopathic medical school continues its impressive residency match record.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:55am

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An abstract, impressionistic scene of soft, blurred light and color, conveying a sense of celebration and accomplishment without depicting any specific objects or people.Western University's osteopathic medical school celebrates a third consecutive year of 100% residency placement for its graduating students.Pomona Today

Western University of Health Sciences' College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) has achieved a 100% residency placement rate for the third consecutive year, an impressive accomplishment for the Pomona, California-based medical school.

Why it matters

Residency placement is a critical milestone for medical students, as it determines where they will complete their hands-on clinical training after graduation. COMP's consistent 100% placement rate demonstrates the high caliber of its students and the strength of its curriculum in preparing them for the next phase of their medical careers.

The details

COMP, located in Pomona, California, has maintained a 100% residency placement rate for its graduating classes over the past three years. This achievement reflects the school's rigorous academic program, strong partnerships with healthcare systems, and dedicated career services support for students as they navigate the competitive residency application process.

  • COMP achieved 100% residency placement for the third consecutive year in 2026.

The players

Western University of Health Sciences

A private graduate school focused on healthcare education, including its College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP).

College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP)

The osteopathic medical school within Western University of Health Sciences, located in Pomona, California.

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The takeaway

COMP's consistent 100% residency placement rate underscores its commitment to producing highly qualified osteopathic physicians ready to enter the next phase of their medical training and careers, a testament to the school's rigorous curriculum and strong partnerships with healthcare systems.