Weizmann Institute of Science School of Medicine

- Rehovot, Israel
Abroad

General Information

Established in 2024 and launching its first class in October 2025, the Gutwirth Medical School represents a historic shift for the Weizmann Institute traditionally a pure research institution into the realm of medical education. This elite, highly specialized school was founded to bridge the widening gap between basic scientific discovery and clinical application. It offers a unique 7.5-year MD-PhD program (the first of its kind in Israel to be fully integrated from day one) designed to train physician-scientists. By combining Weizmann’s world-class research infrastructure with clinical training at Israel's top hospitals, the school aims to produce leaders who can solve urgent medical challenges using the tools of exact sciences, data science, and AI.


General Info

  • Established: 2024 (Inaugural class: October 2025).
  • Primary Location: > Weizmann Institute Campus, Herzl St 234, Rehovot, Israel.
  • Academic Model: Integrated MD-PhD.
  • Structure: A 7.5-year program (plus internship) for students who already hold an undergraduate or graduate degree:
  • Phase 1: Foundations (Year 1): Intensive core medical sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology) combined with computational skills (Python, R, Statistics).
  • Phase 2: Research & PhD (Years 2-5): Full immersion in one of Weizmann’s 250+ labs. Students maintain clinical relevance through weekly "Medical Research Education" sessions.
  • Phase 3: Clinical Clerkships (Years 6-7.5): 77 weeks of intense clinical rotations in major Israeli hospitals.
  • Instruction: Primarily Hebrew (clinical) and English (research). Students are expected to be fluent in both, as research at Weizmann is conducted entirely in English while patient care is in Hebrew.
  • Research Focus: Unparalleled access to all scientific disciplines including Physics, Chemistry, Math, and Computer Science not just Biology.
  • Admission: Extremely selective. Admits up to 40 students annually (the inaugural 2025 class was smaller due to regional constraints). Candidates are evaluated on academic excellence, research potential, and clinical empathy through a multi-stage interview process.

Campus Facilities

The school leverages the existing "Amusement Park of Science" at Weizmann, consistently ranked among the top 10 institutions globally for research quality.

  • 280+ Advanced Research Labs: Students can pursue their PhD in any lab on campus, from Quantum Physics to Molecular Genetics.
  • Advanced Imaging & Genomics Core: Home to some of the world's most powerful MRI machines and deep-sequencing platforms.
  • Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Hub: Specialized training in applying AI to diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
  • The Davidson Institute: The educational arm of Weizmann, providing pedagogical support and community outreach programs.
  • Clinical Skills & Simulation Suites: Modern facilities for procedural training before hospital rotations.
  • Wolfson Building for Biological Research: Houses many of the life science labs integral to the MD-PhD track.
  • Levine Building for Applied Science: Focuses on turning lab discoveries into practical medical technologies.
  • The Clore Garden of Science: The world’s first outdoor science museum, located right on campus.
  • Lopatie Conference Center: A hub for international medical symposia and collaborative research meetings.
  • Scientific Parks: Proximity to the Rehovot Science Park allows for direct collaboration with the biomedical industry.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

The program features a unique decentralized clinical model, partnering with the "Big Four" of Israeli healthcare:

  • Sheba Medical Center (Tel Hashomer): The primary partner in designing the curriculum and a top-10 global hospital.
  • Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov): Provides intensive rotations in urban trauma and specialized medicine.
  • Rambam Health Care Campus (Haifa): Offers experience in advanced surgical and technological medical applications.
  • Assuta Medical Center (Ashdod): A modern facility focusing on personalized and community-integrated medicine.
  • Clalit Health Services: Provides clinical training within Israel’s largest public health provider network.

Fee Structure

State University Affordability

Consistent with Weizmann’s unique "Research Fellowship" model, the financial burden on students is effectively zero.

Fee Category

Amount in USD

Notes

Annual Tuition

$0 (Fully Waived)

All students receive a full tuition scholarship.

Living Stipend

Variable

Students receive a monthly stipend to cover living costs.

Accommodation

Subsidized

On-campus housing is available for the majority of students.

Research Grants

Included

PhD research is fully funded by the host laboratory.

Scholarship

  • The Gutwirth Fellowship: Automatically awarded to all students, covering tuition and a monthly living allowance for the duration of the 7.5 years.
  • Neubauer Diversity Program: Specialized support for students from underrepresented groups (Arabs, Haredi, Ethiopian-Israelis, etc.).
  • Travel Grants: Generous funding for students to present their MD-PhD research at international medical conferences.

City Details

  • The Vibe: Rehovot is a "City of Science and Culture." It is safe, family-friendly, and oriented toward the high-tech and academic communities.
  • Connectivity:
  • Train: Rehovot Station is a 5-minute walk from the campus gate, with a 25-minute link to Tel Aviv.
  • Safety: Very high. The campus is a gated community with strict 24/7 security.

Hostel & Mess

  • Accommodation: The Charles Clore and Student Village dormitories offer high-quality, furnished living spaces directly on the lush, park-like campus.
  • Dining: Several high-end, subsidized Kosher cafeterias (like the San Martin Club) offer healthy, diverse meals.
  • Vibe: Intellectual and serene. The campus is essentially a botanical garden, offering a quiet, focused atmosphere compared to the bustling cities nearby.

Miscellaneous

  • Degree Awarded: Dual Doctorate (MD and PhD).
  • Leadership: Led by Prof. Ayelet Erez and Prof. Liran Shlush, both world-class Weizmann PIs and practicing physicians.
  • Goal: To create a cadre of professionals who can "speak both languages" clinical medicine and basic science to lead the next revolution in personalized medicine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

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