Originally founded in Montserrat, British West Indies, American University of the Caribbean relocated its Basic Medical Sciences campus to St. Maarten, in the Netherlands Antilles, due to volcanic eruptions on Montserrat in 1995.

Aerial view of the AUC campus.

The first two academic years of Basic Medical Sciences) are taught on St. Maarten at the state-of-the-art campus. Completed in 1998, the multi-million dollar facility provides a perfect setting for teaching and learning. The campus boasts a dramatic three-story atrium, courtyard, and beautiful landscaping. All buildings are air-conditioned while external structures exhibit refreshing breezeways and shaded paths.

Comprehensive study is promoted by offering students contemporary lecture halls enhanced with audio/visual technology, fully equipped biological science and anatomical dissection laboratories, clinical patient examination rooms, an extensive library with an up-to-date student computer center, and more. A cafeteria is available as well as numerous common areas designed for student study and relaxation.

Campus Tour

To request a tour of AUC's state-of-the-art Basic Medical Sciences campus, please complete a campus tour request form. Please note that tours will not be conducted during final exams, class recess or holidays.

AUC Faculty

AUC's expert faculty consists of M.D.'s and Ph.D.'s who were primarily educated in the United States and United Kingdom. For more information about AUC faculty, click here.

Student Housing

Conveniently located student dormitories are within a short 5-minute walk to the AUC campus. These modern one-and-two-bedroom units were renovated in 2002 and are fully furnished. For more information about student housing, click here.