A New MD-Granting Medical School for a Healthier North Carolina
We’re proud to share that the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine (MU CFVH SOM) has received LCME approval to begin recruiting its inaugural class of medical students, opening July 2026 in Fayetteville, NC.
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Shaping the Future of Care in Southeastern NC
This partnership brings an MD-granting medical school dedicated to preparing the next generation of physicians who will serve and strengthen our southeastern North Carolina region. Additionally, the new medical school:
- Expands access to medical education in a region with significant physician shortages
- Builds a pipeline of future doctors with deep understanding of our communities
- Advances care through academic medicine, clinical research, and innovation
- Grows the local workforce and enhances our economy
Your Path to Becoming a Physician Starts Here
Whether you’re a student, educator, or community member passionate about healthcare, the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine is creating a pipeline for progress, right here in Fayetteville and beyond.
Learn more about admissions, curriculum, and the application process by visiting Methodist University’s official School of Medicine website.