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At American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, our mission is to train tomorrow's physicians, whose service to their communities and their patients is enhanced by international learning experiences, a diverse learning community, and an emphasis on social accountability and engagement.

Overview

Average UGrad GPA
3.10
Total Med School Enrollment
1445
Acceptance Rate
47%

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AUC's Admissions Committee considers many factors when reviewing an applicant for consideration. These include undergraduate performance and MCAT score, as well as intellectual and social maturity, critical judgment, adaptability, volunteer work, life experiences, and graduate school performance (if applicable). We call this a holistic approach to admissions—a process that looks at an applicant as a whole person, not an exam score.

Evaluation for admission is conducted on an individual basis. We encourage all applicants to speak with a member of our admissions team to discuss their opportunity to attend AUC, including the competitiveness of their MCAT scores, undergraduate GPA and other requirements.

Admissions Requirements

MCAT Scores
Required
Essay / Personal Statement
Required
Science GPA
Required
Non Science GPA
Required
Extracurricular Activities
Optional
Letters of Recommendation
Required
Interview
Optional
State Residency
Optional

Overall

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American University of the Caribbean (AUC) School of Medicine's internationally recognized Doctor of Medicine (MD) program offers a rigorous academic experience designed to prepare students to succeed on all parts of the United States Medical Licensing Examinations® (USMLE). Our students learn from knowledgeable, dedicated faculty members and train in unique global settings, with transformative clinical opportunities available in the United States, United Kingdom, and abroad.

Our four-year Medical Doctor (MD) degree program curriculum is comprised of 10 semesters: five semesters of medical sciences taught at our campus on Sint Maarten and five semesters of clinical sciences taught at hospitals affiliated with the university. Three semesters of 16 weeks each are scheduled per year beginning in January, May, and/or September.

Since 2019, the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) has partnered with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) to offer two distinct points of entry to enable non-US citizen students to earn an AUC medical degree, with at least part of their education in the United Kingdom (UK). This degree track is open to qualified non-US citizen students holding a Bachelor's degree who seek a rigorous medical education program designed to help them master the basic medical sciences and develop the necessary clinical skills to practice medicine.

Majors and Degrees Offered



Doctor of Medicine Degree (MD)

Faculty



The foundation of our educational model is built on a collaborative learning environment with small incoming class sizes and access to expert faculty. Faculty mentors hold MD, PhD and/or equivalent degrees and have primarily trained in the United States and United Kingdom.

Faculty Information

Total Faculty
30
Student/Faculty
5:1
43
Female Faculty

Overview

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AUC School of Medicine is committed to providing medical students with information to help them fund their education through institutional scholarships, student loan programs and medical school financial aid. Various in-school tuition payment options are also available. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.

Learn more about AUC's medical school tuition costs, scholarships, financial aid eligibility, and other resources, at https://www.aucmed.edu/admissions/tuition-and-financial-aid.

AUC is approved for participation in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program (Direct Loans). Students who wish to participate are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). FAFSA® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Education.

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Annual Total Aid Package Awarded
$47,000

Expenses per Academic Year

In-State-Tuition
$24,000
On-Campus Room & Board
$17,000
Estimated Cost for Books / Academic Expenses
$1,400

Student Body Profile

Total Enrollment
1,445
Foreign Countries Represented
0

Demographics

Campus Life


Total Enrollment
1,445

Demographics
Female 51%
Male 49%

Graduates:

AUC is proud to have more than 7,500 alumni in all 50 of the United States, across Canada, and abroad. Some have gone on to become chief residents, department chairs, program directors, researchers, entrepreneurs, and community advocates. Each year, AUC graduates apply for and obtain residencies in a variety of postgraduate training programs throughout the United States and Canada. In 2022, 304 secured residency positions, and our 2021-22 graduating class achieved a 96% first-time eligible residency attainment rate. Our graduates earned residencies in 20 specialties and entered residency programs in 33 U.S. states.

More Information

% of Classrooms with Internet Access
100%
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes

Admissions Office Contact

Contact
Laura Dwyer
Assistant Director of Admissions
Address
1600 SW 80th Terrace
Suite 100 and 200
Plantation, FL 33324
Phone
(866)DR2B-AUC (372-2282)
Email
admissions@aucmed.edu