Student Wellness

AWSOM provides mental services through both online providers and referrals to local counseling centers.

Services include:

• 24/7 online support

• Counseling sessions with licensed therapists

• Wellness coaching

All services are private and confidential.

AWSOM has negotiated with local health care providers to prioritize the care of medical students at two primary care clinics:

• Mercy Clinic Primary Care (Bella Vista)

• Mercy Clinic Primary Care (Centerton)

Students are required to have health insurance and may also seek care through the provider network.

Throughout the academic year, various student wellness workshops and events are provided on:

• Nutrition

• Resilience

• Self-care strategies

Fitness and wellness classes are organized based on student demand and may include:

• Yoga

• Weight training

• Guided meditation

• Activities on the local trail systems

A fitness room and student wellness center studio are located on-site.

For additional information on student wellness, please contact the Office of Student Affairs at studentaffairs@alwmed.org.

The Office of Financial Aid provides financial wellness programs, tools, and resources to help students manage their finances effectively and reduce financial stress. Throughout the education experience, the financial aid office assists students:

• Navigate the financial aid process

• Develop financial wellness skills that will last a lifetime

• Financially prepare for each unique stage of the medical education adventure

• Proactively monitor and manage student loans

• Strategically establish a plan for repayment of student loans

The financial aid office also supports student financial wellness through individualized advising and facilitating group sessions on various topics throughout students' time at AWSOM. For more information about financial wellness, please visit the Financial Aid website or contact finaid@alwmed.org.