Advanced Standing

Medical courses taken at other recognized medical schools may be considered for transfer credit on an individual basis. Students who hold a Ph.D. degree will be given consideration for credit for coursework in the Ph.D. discipline, on an individual basis. AUC does not grant advanced standing to students for work done in schools of Podiatry, Allied Health, or Chiropractic. Requests for advanced standing must be made at the time of initial application to the University.

Admission

There is no deadline to apply to AUC due to its rolling admissions, however prospective students should plan on completing their application 4-5 months prior to the term they are seeking. Semester terms begin September, January, and May. AUC reserves the right to change entrance requirements, application procedures, and admission policies at any time, without prior notice.

Non-Discrimination

The University reaffirms its policy of non-discrimination regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, or national origin. AUC reserves the right to schedule classes or examinations on any day of the week.

Tuition and Fees

AUC reserves the right to change its tuition and fees at any time, without prior notice. Accepted applicants who notify AUC in writing at least two months prior to the start of a semester that they do not intend to matriculate will receive a $1,000 partial refund of the paid enrollment fee. Please send your notification to the Medical Education Administrative Services, 901 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Ste. 700, Coral Gables, FL 33134; or fax to: 305-444-6791.

Curriculum

AUC reserves the right to change the curriculum at any time, without prior notice.

Conduct of Classes

The University reserves the right to schedule lectures, laboratory sessions, conferences and examinations at any time and on any day of the week, including holidays and weekends.

Requirements for Graduation

To be awarded the M.D. degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, the eligible student must satisfactorily complete the medical sciences portion of the curriculum as well as all required 72 weeks of clinical rotations. Furthermore, the student must pass the USMLE Step 1 and all core examinations. The student must fulfill all financial obligations to the University, including an $800 graduation fee, while complying at all times with the Student Honor Code (set out under "Policies").

Transcripts

Students requesting academic transcripts of grades and courses should submit a Transcript Request Form to the Medical Education Administrative Services, 901 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Ste. 700, Coral Gables, FL 33134. To obtain the form, please call MEAS at 305-446-0600 ext. 1011. Enrolled students may also submit the form directly to the Registrar’s Office on campus. A Transcript Fee of $10 for enrolled students, $15 for graduates, and $30 for withdrawn students will apply. Please make checks payable to American University of the Caribbean and submit with the completed Transcript Request Form.

Code of Ethics

AUC students are expected to comply at all times with the Honor Code, a collaborated effort between faculty and students.

Honor Code

The student is embarking on a career in a profession, which requires of its members high standards of ethical conduct and honesty. It is expected that each student will make a personal commitment to abide by the Honor Code as exemplifying a standard of behavior which will form a firm basis of future professional conduct, as well as showing respect for the academic environment. This implies avoidance of any form of intellectual dishonesty, and the demonstration of respect for the rights and well being of others, including all students, faculty, staff, patients and members of the community.

Technical Standards

Technical standards, as distinguished from academic standards for admission, consist of the minimum physical, cognitive, and emotional requirements to provide reasonable assurance that students can complete the entire course of study and participate in medical training and practice. Applying students will be required to sign a declaration that he or she meets AUC's minimum technical standards as a condition to admission.

Learning Disability Test Accommodation

The test accommodation of extended test time (at time plus ½) in a separate room will be offered to those students with learning disabilities. Any student who would like to receive this accommodation must complete all documentation as outlined in USMLE guidelines and arrive at AUC with supporting materials and test results to be reviewed by the Director of Student Services. Completion of an additional questionnaire will be required. Please contact Dr. Johnson at ljohnson@aucmed.edu for the questionnaire or for further information.

Accounts Receivable

Any student who pays tuition and fees after the first day of classes will be charged a $100 late fee; any student with a delinquent account will be notified by the second week of the term that he or she must be financially clear by the end of the fourth week of the term; and any student who fails to fulfill the finance condition (is not financially clear by the end of the fourth week) will be involuntarily withdrawn from enrollment and his or her transcript will reflect a "W" grade for courses undertaken in that term. Standard cancellation and refund policies will apply to the balance of the account due.

Exceptions to the finance condition will only be granted under limited circumstances on petition in writing submitted to the Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Paul Suid, at MEAS. Any questions on this policy should be directed to Paul Suid, CFO at 305.446.0600.

Acceptable Internet and E-mail Usage Policy

The following establishes operating principles and acceptable use policies as they relate to the Students use of the Internet and the email services provided by AUC. Read More