This online Medical Student Handbook includes current academic policies and standards that govern students in the MD program at the David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) at UCLA. In addition, students participating in DGSOM’s MD program are subject to policies and standards established by the University of California, UCLA, the UCLA Office of the Registrar, and the UCLA Office of the Dean of Students. School policies are subject to change. Students are expected to familiarize themselves with these policies, requirements, and any modifications that may impact their programs.