AACOM serves as a unifying voice for osteopathic medical education (OME), fostering collaboration among its member institutions, and is active in advocacy at the federal government level.

AACOM publishes the Student Guide to Osteopathic Medical Colleges[5] annually and Inside OME,[6] a biweekly e-newsletter covering news related to osteopathic medicine and OME, legislation, updates on the transition to a single graduate medical education (GME) system, and more.

AACOM also hosts online discussions for a wide variety of ad hoc committees and other interest groups in AACOMmunities.

AACOM also sponsors or co-sponsors a variety of programs[10] and initiatives[11] for audiences at every level of osteopathic medical education, from students to senior administrators.

AACOM also offers opportunities for both medical students and health care professionals, including scholarships, internships, fellowships, and grants.