Entrance Requirements
American University of the Caribbean requires a minimum of 90 semester credits of college level courses from an accredited institution for admission to the School of Medicine. Although a baccalaureate degree is strongly preferred, students who have demonstrated exceptional scholarship may be considered without a baccalaureate degree. College credits must include the following:
- Biology - One year of Biology, including laboratory work. Prospective students will benefit by taking courses in one or more of the following: Genetics, Cellular Biology, Developmental Biology, and Comparative Anatomy.
- General Chemistry - One year of General Chemistry, including laboratory work.
- Organic Chemistry - One year of Organic Chemistry, including laboratory work. Coursework should include both aliphatic and aromatic compounds.
- General Physics - One year of General Physics, including laboratory work. General introductory coursework should include mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, and nuclear radiation.
- English - One year. Satisfactory written and verbal skills are necessary.
A generous exposure to mathematics, humanities, and social sciences is desired. Real life experience in the health care field is strongly recommended.
Additionally, a personal interview may be requested at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.
Selection Factors
The Admissions Committee considers many factors as relevant predictors of a good medical clinician. As medical school is a rigorous academic challenge, the Committee must be satisfied that a prospective student has the ability to successfully complete the curriculum.
Evaluation for admission is conducted on an individual basis. Students accepted to AUC's School of Medicine are selected for their intellectual and social maturity as well as their wide educational and social backgrounds. Problem-solving skills, critical judgment, and the ability to pursue independent study are also highly considered. When evaluating academic achievement, the Committee considers factors such as course load, difficulty of courses, and major areas of study. In the non-academic area, maturity, emotional and motivational factors, and personal integrity are considered essential determinants.
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Non-Discrimination
The University reaffirms its policy of non-discrimination regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, disability, or national origin. Please note that AUC reserves the right to schedule classes or examinations on any day of the week.
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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 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.
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Admission
There is no deadline to apply to AUC due to its rolling admissions policy. However prospective students should plan on completing their application 4-5 months prior to the term they are seeking to enter. Semester terms begin January, May and September. AUC reserves the right to change entrance requirements, application procedures, and admission policies at any time, without prior notice.
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Financial Aid
American University of the Caribbean is approved for participation the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). Financial aid is awarded on the basis of "need," which is determined from information supplied on the Free Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA). Graduate/professional level students are considered independent by federal regulations for the FFELP, therefore it is not necessary to supply parental information. AUC's school number for completing the FAFSA form is G22444.
Qualified citizens and permanent residents of the United States may be eligible for funding from federal and privately sponsored loan programs to fully cover the cost of attendance (tuition, books & supplies, accommodation and travel). For more information on eligibility for federal loans, interest rates, and loan disbursement, please click here. Veterans and their dependants may receive funding per the eligibility requirements set by the Veteran's Administration, Department of Veteran Affairs, Washington Regional Office, 1120 Vermont Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20421 (877-823-2378).
A private loan source is also available for Canadian students. Canadian applicants should consult with their province regarding financial aid resources available to them.
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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 the required 72 weeks of clinical rotations. Furthermore, the student must pass the USMLE Steps 1 and 2 and all core examinations. The student must fulfill all financial obligations to the University, including submitting a graduation fee, while complying at all times with the Student Honor Code (set out under "Policies").
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