The Official page for Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. Charles R.
Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) is a private, nonprofit, nonsectarian, minority-serving medical and health sciences institution. Located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of South Los Angeles, CDU has graduated more than 550 medical doctors, 2,500 post-graduate physicians, more than 2,000 physician assistants and hundreds of other health professionals. The only dually designated Historic
06/11/2026
As we celebrate CDU's 60th anniversary, we look back at a defining moment in our history: the first graduation ceremony of the Drew/UCLA Medical Education Program, where 15 students of the charter class earned their M.D. degrees.
Their achievement helped pave the way for generations of physicians dedicated to advancing health equity.
06/05/2026
Reflecting the value of a CDU education and a strong return on investment, the University ranks No. 26 (tie) among U.S. colleges and universities with the highest-paid graduates, according to Business Insider’s analysis of U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
📰: https://www.cdrewu.edu/news/charles-r-drew-university-ranked-among-nations-top-colleges-for-graduate-earnings/
06/03/2026
Dr. Charles R. Drew (June 3, 1904 - April 1, 1950), a brilliant African-American physician, dreamed of establishing a school where Black physicians and future health professionals could learn, train, and lead.
Today and every day, CDU honors the medical visionary and trailblazer whose name we proudly carry.
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Anything can happen during medical school. Our MD grads tell us what they thought they would specialize in and where they ended up matching.
05/28/2026
53 years ago this week, CDU's MEDEX/Physician Assistant Program, the first of its kind in CA, graduated its inaugural class of 21 students.
Created in response to a nationwide shortage of primary care physicians, the PA profession developed when former Navy Hospital Corpsmen were trained in an accelerated medical curriculum modeled after World War II-era training.
05/25/2026
This , we honor and remember the service members who gave their lives in service to our country. Today, we reflect on their sacrifice, courage, and enduring legacy.
05/24/2026
Nearly 400 CDU graduates crossed the stage at the CDU's 42nd Annual Commencement Ceremony, celebrating years of hard work, perseverance, and purpose.
Congratulations to the Mighty Lions Class of 2026!
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