Overview
Founded by Kaiser Permanente and opened in 2020, the school is named after Bernard J. Tyson, the visionary former Kaiser Permanente CEO who championed the school's creation before his death in 2019. It emerged from Kaiser Permanente's integrated health system, aiming to train physicians who understand population health, health equity, and the social determinants of health alongside traditional clinical excellence. The school waived tuition for its first five entering classes, an unprecedented move designed to reduce debt burdens and diversify the physician workforce. It is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME).
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Pasadena, California |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Total students | 260 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 3:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 2% |
| Graduation rate | N/A |
| Average starting salary | N/A |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $59,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $59,000 |
| Room & board | $20,000 |
| Average financial aid | N/A |
| Students receiving aid | N/A |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Regular deadline | October 15 |
Top Programs
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Health Systems Science
- Health Equity
- Population Health
- Clinical Informatics
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.