Drug Testing
UT Southwestern is committed to ensuring that all students perform the clinical duties associated with their education and training in a safe, productive, and effective manner. In accordance with this institutional commitment, it is the policy of UT Southwestern that all students must submit to a drug screen within 30 days prior to beginning a clinical training program or returning from a break in enrollment. For incoming students, verification of satisfactory results must be received by the Office of Admissions prior to the student's first day in the clinical training program. For current students returning from an approved leave of absence, verification of satisfactory results must be received by the Office of the Registrar prior to the student’s first day in the clinical training program.
Students must obtain the required drug screen from the third-party vendor designated by UT Southwestern. Failure to timely submit to a drug screen or to provide satisfactory results in accordance with policy may result in delayed enrollment, revocation of acceptance, or disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Students who receive a positive drug screen may also be subject to additional action under other UT Southwestern policies, including but not limited to EDU-151 Student Conduct and Discipline and EDU-117 Fitness for Participation in UT Southwestern Activities.
UT Southwestern’s complete policy and procedure for conducting drug screens is contained in the Handbook, and is available through the Office of the Registrar.