Brian Steele, EdD

Associate Dean for Admissions & Assistant Professor of Medical Education

Dr. Brian Steele serves as the inaugural Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Georgia School of Medicine. In this role, he leads the development of an admissions process aligned with the school’s mission to serve Georgia’s healthcare needs. Before joining UGA, Dr. Steele was Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. He also held positions in recruitment and admissions at the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine. 

Dr. Steele earned his bachelor’s degree from West Texas A&M University and both his master’s and doctorate in higher education administration from the University of Kansas. His professional interests include medical school admissions, mentoring, and creating pathways for students to become excellent medical students and physicians. He serves on national committees with the Association of American Medical Colleges. 

Dr. Steele is excited to help shape the UGA School of Medicine. Outside of work, he enjoys being a dad and husband, exploring Georgia, and cheering on the Dawgs. 

Education
  • Ed.D., Higher Education Administration, University of Kansas, 2020
  • M.S., Higher Education Administration, University of Kansas, 2012
  • B.A., Political Science, West Texas A&M University, 2010
Professional Appointments
  • Associate Dean for Admissions & Assistant Professor, University of Georgia School of Medicine, 2024-present
  • Assistant Professor of Medical Education, University of Georgia School of Medicine, 2024-present
  • Assistant Professor, University of Kansas Medical Center, 2021-2024
Awards & Honors

Member of the national admissions committee for the Association of American Medical Colleges

Areas of Expertise
  • Admissions and recruitment
  • Rural health
  • Pathway programs
Publications
  • Steele, B. D. (2020). Scholars in Rural Health: Mentoring Experiences of Past Participants (Publication No. 28262274) [Doctoral dissertation, University of Kansas]. ProQuest Dissertations Publishing.
  • Steele, B. D. (2015). The Danger of Finding Identity in Your Profession. In Eddington, S., Caulfield, S., Krieglstein, T., DeMatteo, S., & Wright, K. (2015). Men in student affairs: Stories from 13 student affairs professionals.
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