AUC School of Medicine Scholarships
AUC invites all aspiring medical students to explore and apply for the medical scholarships below, regardless of where you stand in the medical school enrollment process. Students may qualify for thousands of dollars worth of medical school scholarships, and our Scholarship Committee reviews and awards scholarships every week. Please refer to the Student Handbook for full scholarship details.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
AUC offers medical school scholarships recognizing academic excellence, volunteerism, and other attributes. Available to those who apply and qualify.
ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
This $23,800 scholarship, which is equivalent to 1 semester worth of tuition, is awarded to students who have a solid overall undergraduate GPA or MCAT score. This scholarship is automatically awarded to qualified, incoming first-semester AUC students only. (The award amount was updated from $23,240 for the students beginning on or after August 30, 2021. Previously awarded amounts for current students will not change).
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (BEGINNING IN THE MAY 2021 SEMESTER):
- Minimum undergraduate overall GPA of 3.00* or a minimum MCAT score of 488 (current version of the MCAT).
- Hold an offer of admission to AUC as a first-semester student
Award Details
- $4,760 will be awarded for each semester of enrollment of the MD program, during the first five (5) semesters of enrollment, with a maximum lifetime value of $23,800.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
- If you qualify for more than one scholarship, you must choose one.
For incoming student admitted prior to the May 2021 semester, the eligibility requirements were a minimum undergraduate overall GPA of 3.30* or a minimum MCAT score of 500, and an offer of admission to AUC as a first-semester student
*Undergrad/Bachelor's GPA
DEAN'S ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
This $47,600 scholarship, which is equivalent to 2 semesters worth of tuition, is awarded to students who have a solid overall undergraduate GPA or MCAT score. This scholarship is automatically awarded to qualified, incoming first-semester AUC students only. (The award amount was updated from $46,480 for the students beginning on or after August 30, 2021. Previously awarded amounts for current students will not change).
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum undergraduate overall GPA of 3.50* or a minimum MCAT score of 505 (current version of the MCAT).
- Hold an offer of admission to AUC as a first-semester student
Award Details
- $4,760 will be awarded for each semester of enrollment of the MD program, during the first ten (10) semesters of enrollment where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $47,600.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
- If you qualify for more than one scholarship, you must choose one.
*Undergrad/Bachelor's GPA
TRUSTEE'S ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP
This $71,400 scholarship, which is equivalent to 3 semesters worth of tuition, is awarded to students who have a solid overall undergraduate GPA or MCAT score. This scholarship is automatically awarded to qualified, incoming first-semester AUC students only. (The award amount was updated from $69,720 for the students beginning on or after August 30, 2021. Previously awarded amounts for current students will not change).
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum undergraduate overall GPA of 3.70* or a minimum MCAT score of 510 (current version of the MCAT).
- Hold an offer of admission to AUC as a first-semester student
Award Details
- $7,140 will be awarded for each semester of enrollment of the MD program, typically the first ten (10) semesters of enrollment where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $71,400.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
- If you qualify for more than one scholarship, you must choose one.
*Undergrad/Bachelor's GPA
FIRST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL
This $50,000 scholarship is awarded to students who are striving to be first-generation physicians within their immediate families (includes spouse/partner, sibling, child by blood, adoption or marriage, grandparent, and grandchild).
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Incoming first-semester students and transfer students are eligible for this scholarship
- Hold an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s level)
- Complete the award application
- Personal essay (minimum of 500 words): How will the experience of being a first-generation physician within your immediate family impact the patients and communities you will ultimately serve? In addition, please share the educational and employment background of your immediate family.
- Applicants must hold an offer of admission to AUC for this scholarship to be awarded.
- If a transfer student is accepted, granted advanced standing, and scholarship-eligible, that student’s maximum award amount is dependent on his/her semester of placement, and the lifetime maximum award will be prorated.
AWARD DETAILS
- $10,000 will be awarded for each semester of enrollment of the MD program, during the first five (5) semesters of enrollment where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $50,000.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
Application Deadlines & Award Dates
January 2022 Application Deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern Time 12/17/2021
January 2022 Final Award Date: 12/24/2021
The required documentation can be provided via email at scholarships@aucmed.edu or mailed directly to AUC (with attention to the Scholarship Committee) at this address:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
880 SW 145th Avenue, Suite 202
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
Note: Though AUC's Scholarship Committee will review award applications as they are received, this scholarship will only be officially awarded to applicants who hold an offer of admission to AUC.
MERP SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP
At American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC), our curricula and philosophy are rooted in collaboration and community — and so are MERP’s. We also believe that accessible medical care starts with equitable access to medical education. That’s why AUC is proud to offer our MERP Success Scholarship to incoming students that have successfully completed the MERP program.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of MERP with a 70% grade or higher
- Matriculation to AUC for the MD program
Award Details
- Scholarship awards ranging from a lifetime maximum value of $18,500 to $55,000
- Actual award amount determined by MERP grade
- Allocation of scholarship money to be spread out evenly between the academic semesters 3-10 of the MD program
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AWARD
This scholarship has a lifetime value of up to $30,000. It is awarded to students who have shown exceptional dedication to their communities, hospitals, or charities. A $10,000 scholarship award is applied towards tuition costs for a maximum of 3 consecutive semesters.
AUC's Scholarship Committee reviews applications and awards scholarships on a weekly basis. If you have questions or further documentation to submit, please email scholarships@aucmed.edu.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Incoming first-semester students and transfer students are eligible for this scholarship
- Hold an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s level)
- Complete the award application
- Personal statement, not to exceed 500 words, describing your participation in outreach activities, including communities, hospitals, charities, etc. The statement should describe why these activities are important to you and provide an in-depth description of one activity.
- Letter of recommendation from a community partner or leader who can attest to your commitment and involvement in community outreach activities
- Applicants must hold an offer of admission to AUC for the scholarship to be awarded
Award Details
- $10,000 will be awarded for each semester of enrollment of AUC’s MD program, across three (3) semesters of enrollment, where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $30,000.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
Application Deadlines & Award Dates
January 2022 Application Deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern Time 12/17/2021
January 20221 Final Award Date: 12/24/2021
Required documentation can be provided via email at scholarships@aucmed.edu or mailed directly to AUC (with attention to the Scholarship Committee) at this address:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
880 SW 145th Avenue, Suite 202
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
Note: Though AUC's Scholarship Committee will review award applications as they are received, this scholarship will only be officially awarded to applicants who hold an offer of admission to AUC.
ALUMNI HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP
Covering the full cost of tuition for first semester, this scholarship is awarded to students who have a work/volunteer history with an AUC graduate.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Hold an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s level)
- 1 letter of recommendation from an AUC graduate, specifically outlining your involvement with the graduate
- Personal essay on the following topic: How has your experience with an AUC alumnus/alumna positively impacted your personal or professional development?
- Hold an offer of admission to AUC
- This scholarship is open to incoming students only
Award Amount
Full cost of tuition – one-time award for the first semester
Application Deadlines & Award Dates
January 2022 Application Deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern Time 12/17/2021
January 2022 Final Award Date: 12/24/2021
Required documentation can be provided via email at scholarships@aucmed.edu or mailed directly to AUC (with attention to the Scholarship Committee) at this address:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
880 SW 145th Avenue, Suite 202
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
Note: Though AUC's Scholarship Committee will review award applications as they are received, this scholarship will only be officially awarded to applicants who hold an offer of admission to AUC.
MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
A $10,000 scholarship awarded to qualified applicants who have graduated Mississippi College M.S. Biology (Medical Sciences) program split over the first two semesters of the MD program at AUC.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of Mississippi College M.S. Biology (Medical Sciences) program
- Minimum of 3.0 GPA in at least 3 of the 5 medical courses outlined below in the M.S. Biology (Medical Sciences) program at Mississippi College.
- Human Gross Anatomy
- Medical Physiology
- Histology
- Human Neuroanatomy
- Human Embryology
- "Recommendation without reservation" letter from Program Director at Mississippi College’s M.S. Biology (Medical Sciences) program
- Hold an offer of admission to AUC
- This scholarship is open to incoming students only
Application Deadlines
January 2022 Application Deadline: 11:59 PM Eastern Time 12/17/2021
January 2022 Final Award Date: 12/24/2021
Award Details
- Award Amount: $5,000 will be awarded for each semester of enrollment of the MD program, during the first two (2) semesters of enrollment, where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $10,000.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
Required documentation can be provided via email at scholarships@aucmed.edu or mailed directly to AUC (with attention to the Scholarship Committee) at this address:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
880 SW 145th Avenue
Suite 202
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR CANADIAN CITIZENS
This $80,000 USD scholarship is awarded to qualified applicants who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada, or those who hold dual US-Canadian citizenship.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent resident status, or dual US-Canada citizenship
- Incoming first-semester students and transfer students are eligible for this scholarship
- Hold an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s level)
- Applicants must hold an offer of admission to AUC for the scholarship to be awarded
- If a transfer student is accepted, granted advanced standing, and scholarship-eligible, that student’s maximum award amount is dependent on his/her semester of placement and the lifetime maximum award will be prorated.
Award Details*
- $8,000 will be awarded each semester of enrollment of the MD program, during ten (10) semesters of enrollment, where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $80,000.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
*For incoming students beginning January 2021 onward. Previous Canadian Scholarship recipients should refer to their original award letter for award amounts.
How to Qualify
This scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants during the enrollment process, after submission of a completed application to AUC.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
This $80,000 scholarship is awarded to applicants who are citizens or permanent residents of a country outside of the United States or Canada.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- This scholarship will only be awarded to citizens/permanent residents of countries outside the United States or Canada
- Students who hold dual US-Canadian citizenship are not eligible for this scholarship
- Incoming first-semester students and transfer students are eligible for this scholarship
- Hold an undergraduate degree (bachelor’s level)
- Applicants must hold an offer of admission to AUC for the scholarship to be awarded
- If a transfer student is accepted, granted advanced standing, and scholarship-eligible, that student’s maximum award amount is dependent on his/her semester of placement and the lifetime maximum value will be prorated.
Award Details
- $8,000 will be awarded each semester of enrollment of the MD program, during ten (10) semesters of enrollment, where tuition charges are applied in the semester, with a maximum lifetime value of $80,000.
- In the event the total tuition assessed is less than the scheduled semester award amount of all eligible scholarships, the total semester award is prorated to match the total tuition assessed for the term. This does not impact the lifetime maximum of the scholarship, any remaining amount from the award would be carried forward until the lifetime maximum is met.
How to Qualify
This scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants during the enrollment process, after submission of a completed application to AUC.
Start-Up Grant
This $5,000 grant is awarded to applicants who apply to the January 2022 term and are accepted. The Start-Up Grant is to aid in the startup costs of medical school such as but not limited to travel to island, apartment leases, new technology purchases, and required course equipment.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must hold an offer of admission to AUC for this grant to be awarded.
- Applicants must submit completed application for the January 2022 semester start by December 3, 2021 and attend in-person at either the St. Maarten or Preston UK campus.
- Applicants who defer into or out of the January 2022 term will not be eligible.
Award Details
- This $5,000 grant is a one-time award applied to first semester tuition.
- This grant can be awarded with other scholarships/grants.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CURRENT STUDENTS
AUC offers scholarship awards for students currently enrolled in the medical sciences program. These scholarships were designed to assist students with funding for medical school while also recognizing attributes that are central to the AUC mission and culture. Available to those who apply and qualify.
SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY AWARD
The AUC Social Accountability Award recognizes students who have made contributions to the communities of St. Maarten during their medical sciences education.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a currently enrolled 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th semester student (UK Track students are not eligible)
- Complete the award application (see below)
- Personal essay (see below)
Award Amount
$5,000 one-time award towards tuition (applied the following semester)
Deadline
October 4, 2021, by 5:00 p.m. ET
Essay
Please describe contributions you have made to the communities of St. Maarten, what you have learned about the community and yourself through community engagement, how the experiences have contributed to your personal and professional development, and your plan for continued engagement during your enrollment at AUC.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT AWARD
The AUC Student Engagement Award recognizes students whose activities as part of the campus community have helped to enhance and foster the AUC culture of collaboration.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a currently enrolled 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th semester student (UK Track students are not eligible)
- Complete the award application
- Personal essay (see below)
Award Amount
$5,000 one-time award towards tuition (applied the following semester)
Deadline
October 4, 2021, by 5:00 p.m. ET
Essay
Please describe your involvement with the AUC campus community, including contributions to campus leadership, how your engagement with the campus community has supported your development and your peers’ development as future physicians, and your plan for continued engagement during your enrollment at AUC.
NOTE: For a complete list of current scholarship opportunities and details, please reference the student handbook and catalog.