Life at Meharry

Helping others in gratitude for those that helped us

Our Programs

Offering graduate and professional education programs, available online and in-person. 

Meharry Medical College is a community of students, faculty and staff dedicated to advancing healthcare for all. Whether they attend online or in-person, they engage in challenging, real-world education guided by accomplished faculty who lead with both expertise and empathy. 

Meharry offers several resources to support student success and provide a dynamic student life that helps our students achieve balance as they pursue a life of service and care.  

Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs provides students student onboarding, registering for courses, student success programming, and other administrative functions. Their team helps provide the optimal experience from the student’s introduction to Meharry through completion of their chosen career of study. 

Commencement

Each spring, Meharry’s Commencement celebrates the academic journey of its graduating students. View the schedule, helpful resources and other important information related to this milestone event.  

Center for Academic Success and Achievement (CASA)

CASA is a comprehensive academic support unit that nurtures student learning in the five Meharry schools: Applied Computational Sciences, Dentistry, Global Health, Graduate Studies, and Medicine. 

Student Life

Meharry offers a variety of service, social, and special interest student organizations. Additionally, there are several professional and Greek letter organizations represented at Meharry. 

Campus Housing

Meharry offers convenient, safe, and affordable housing options. Find information about rates, rooms, and the features available at Constellation Place, Morena Place and Royal Towers. 

Health and Wellness

A healthy student is a successful student. We support clinical, mental, physical and spiritual wellness for Meharrians. 

Safety and Security

The men and women of the Department of Campus Safety and Security (DCSS) are committed to protecting the Meharry community through community policing practics and community education.

Important Dates

Discover your road to achievement

Explore the many avenues for your graduate or professional education at Meharry.

News Feed

Nashville, TN – The Student Accessibility Office (SAO) and the Communications and Marketing team recently launched an updated webpage featuring information about accommodations, accessibility resources and support services at Meharry Medical College. The webpage provides answers to common questions about accessibility and accommodations for students, faculty, and staff. Designed to […]

A team of Meharry Medical College students has introduced a solution showing that urban development can thrive without displacing community residents. Their plan received the first-place prize — and $10,000 — in the Compassion Challenge, a national HBCU competition hosted by We Are Values, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and […]

Alumni from across the country returned to campus to celebrate Meharry’s 150-year legacy while investing in its future through reunion giving and engagement. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 18, 2026) — Meharry Medical College alumni demonstrated their continued commitment to the institution’s mission and future by raising more than $1.4 million during […]