NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine’s Student Handbook is a centralized source of information about school policies and procedures. It contains information necessary for you to participate in campus life and answers many of your questions about various aspects of medical school.

Policies and Procedures

All medical students are expected to be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook (a Kerberos ID and password required). The information provided in the handbook is intended for educational and informational purposes only. While it reflects the policies and procedures in effect at the time of publication, it does not create a binding contract between the institution and any student or third party. The school reserves the right to amend, modify, or update any part of the handbook without prior notice. To stay informed of any changes, students are encouraged to consult the most current version regularly.

The Student Handbook is a valuable resource for understanding the key policies, procedures, and expectations that guide student life at our medical school. However, it is important to note that the handbook may not encompass every policy or procedure relevant to your academic and extracurricular activities. Students should consult additional resources and official communications for the most comprehensive and up-to-date information.

For more detailed guidance on specific topics, please refer to the following sections:

Campus Crime Reporting

Ensuring a safe learning environment is our top priority. Federal law requires all U.S. colleges and universities to disclose information about crime, security, and safety on and around campus. In compliance with federal regulations, we maintain transparency about campus safety by providing detailed reports on crime statistics and outlining our protocols for maintaining security. Read our annual security and fire safety report.

Code of Conduct

NYU Langone’s Code of Conduct provides a framework for ethical behavior and standards during your medical training and beyond. As future leaders in the medical field, our students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of ethical and professional behavior. The Code of Conduct details these expectations, ensuring that all students understand their responsibilities within the academic community and their future professional roles. Learn more about our Code of Conduct.

Emergency Management

Our emergency management plan prepares us to respond to emergency events that affect NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island and the surrounding community. This plan is regularly updated to address new challenges and is a critical component of our institutional preparedness. Learn more about our emergency management plan.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of student records. Specific guidelines outlined in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) apply to accessing educational records. FERPA guidelines not only safeguard your personal information but also empower you with rights concerning the access and control of your educational records. Learn more about compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Security and Campus Safety

NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine’s campus security department maintains a safe and open environment to ensure peace and a high quality of life for students, staff, faculty, and visitors. We patrol campus at all hours and have officers stationed in the emergency room and ambulance areas. To contact campus security, call 516-663-5151 or dial extension 5151 from a campus phone.

Technical Standards

Our medical school is dedicated to training competent and compassionate healthcare professionals. To achieve this, all students must meet a specific set of minimum physical, mental, emotional, social, and professional abilities, described in our technical standards policy that ensure they have the necessary skills and abilities to complete the rigorous medical curriculum. Students are expected to maintain these standards throughout their education, and reasonable accommodations are available to support those with documented disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. Read more about our technical standards and MD Admissions Requirements.

Video, Photography, and Use of Media

The use of video, photography, and other media is an integral part of documenting and sharing the educational experiences at our medical school. We have established guidelines to ensure that all media usage respects the privacy, confidentiality, and rights of individuals. NYU Langone may at times obtain and/or use photographs, audio, and/or video recordings to connect and share with students, staff, faculty, and the general public for purposes of education, marketing, publicity, fundraising, and student recruitment on behalf of NYU Langone, via the Internet, print publications, social media, and other media. Learn more about our video, photography, and use of media policy.

Contact Us

For questions about the policies and procedures governing NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine students, please contact our Office of Students at GLISOM.OSA@NYULangone.org.