• A bachelor’s degree with a strong science background is preferred
• Two semesters (8 credit hours) including labs for each of the following:general biology
• general chemistry
• organic chemistry or biochemistry
• One semester of: general physics, calculus, or statistics

Substitutions and/or exceptions for med school prerequisites are made on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Admissions Dean and Faculty Admissions Committee.

• AUC requires scores for the Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®) to be submitted by all U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and U.S. permanent residents prior to the interview..
• Non-U.S. applicants are not required to submit MCAT scores and are encouraged to sit for the medical admissions exam available in their country of study. Waiver of a medical admissions exam is managed on an individual basis and at the sole discretion of the AUC Admissions Committee.

Please note that AUC will not consider MCAT, UCAT, and NEET scores that are more than five years old. For the GAMSAT, only scores that are less than two years old will be considered. 

Sint Maarten: AUC’s Admissions Committee reserves the right to request proof of English proficiency for any applicant when deemed necessary to assess success at AUC. The selection will be based on factors identified by the Admissions Committee, such as graduating from institutions in which the education is not delivered in English or for applicants who are non-native English speakers.

Applicants may satisfy the English proficiency requirement by taking one of two examinations and meeting the recommended score:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS). AUC recommends scores equivalent to 7.0 or above in all areas.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). AUC recommends an overall score of 100 or above.

Preston, U.K.: As required for student visa applications to the United Kingdom, proof of knowledge of English for the UK Track is at the discretion of the United Kingdom Visas and Immigrations (UKVI) and the University of Lancashire. Requirements may vary based on citizenship, passport, and prior education. Applicants should work with the admissions department to determine next steps for satisfying English requirements.

AUC School of Medicine requirements include a chronological history of your educational, employment, and volunteer experience dating back to high school.

• CV or Resume

Requirements for AUC School of Medicine admission include a personal statement and letters of recommendation. Below are the details of the supporting documents to fulfill our medical school admission requirements.

• Personal Statement of no longer than 750 words. AMCAS personal statements are accepted.
• Letters of Recommendation: A minimum of one letter from an individual academic professor who taught you (science preferred, but not required), and one professional letter.A pre-medical advisory committee letter (if applicable) meets the admissions requirement in lieu of the one academic and one professional letters.
  • Two academic letters can be submitted if a professional letter cannot be obtained.
  • Two professional letters can be submitted on a case by case basis for consideration with an exception request if an academic letter cannot be obtained.