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Revolutionary Medical School Offers Free Tuition, Focuses on Holistic Care

8/11/2025

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The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) in Bentonville, Arkansas, is revolutionizing medical training by emphasizing holistic care that nurtures patients' emotional and social well-being. Founded by Alice Walton, AWSOM is offering free tuition for its inaugural five classes, blending traditional medicine with the humanities to enhance preventive care in underserved communities.

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The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) in Bentonville, Arkansas, is revolutionizing medical training by emphasizing holistic care that nurtures patients' emotional and social well-being. Founded by Alice Walton, AWSOM is offering free tuition for its inaugural five classes, blending traditional medicine with the humanities to enhance preventive care in underserved communities.