Meharry Medical College is one of the nation’s most vital historically Black institutions, with a legacy rooted in advancing health equity and expanding access to care. Founded in the years following the Civil War, Meharry has remained steadfast in its mission to educate healthcare professionals who serve underserved communities. Today, as the largest private historically Black academic health sciences center in the United States, Meharry continues to shape the future of medicine, dentistry, public health, and biomedical research. Its graduates carry forward a commitment to service, with a significant majority returning to communities in need of compassionate, high-quality care.

Meharry integrates academic excellence with a deep sense of purpose. Its culture reflects a commitment to accountability, inclusion, integrity, and compassion. Under the leadership of President James E.K. Hildreth, M.D., Ph.D., the institution is undergoing a period of transformation marked by innovation, strategic partnerships, and national influence in areas such as health equity and public health policy.