The document provides information about podiatric medical education in the United States, including details on the nine schools and colleges of podiatric medicine. It outlines the distinctive education path of podiatric physicians, including three to four years of undergraduate education followed by four years of podiatric medical school and three years of residency training. It also provides an overview of the admissions process, including prerequisite course requirements and acceptance of the MCAT or DAT exams. Financial aid options for podiatric medical students are also mentioned.