UT Tyler hosts grand opening of School of Medicine building, expanding health care education in East Texas
The University of Texas at Tyler held a grand opening ceremony for its new School of Medicine building, a five-story facility with state-of-the-art classrooms and research labs. The school's first graduating class is expected to cross the stage in summer 2027.
The University of Texas at Tyler's new School of Medicine building officially opened on Friday. The five-story, 250,000-square-foot facility features state-of-the-art classrooms, simulation and research labs, and clinical services. Medical students began classes in January, and clinical services will start this summer. The building was funded through a combination of $100 million from UT System bonds, an $80 million contribution from the East Texas Medical Center Foundation, and additional philanthropic support. The school aims to address the national physician shortage and improve health outcomes for East Texans. The first graduating class is expected in summer 2027.
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