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Those who complete the program may be eligible to apply to practice in the US, Canada, and the UK.
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AUC is tied for #1 among the top 4 Caribbean medical schools based on residency rates*.
*Based on information available on the schools’ websites as of July 2024. Methodologies vary. AUC and RUSM are tied with a 98% first-time residency attainment rate, each calculated as the percent of students attaining a 2024-25 residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2023-24 who were active applicants in the 2024 NRMP match or who attained a residency position outside the NRMP match. SABA’s four-year residency placement rate of 97% is calculated as the percent of students attaining a residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24 who were active applicants in the NRMP match or attained a residency outside the NRMP match. SGU’s US residency placement rate of 95% pertains to graduates over five years from 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024, with the rate calculated as the total number of students/graduates who obtained a US residency divided by the total number of students/graduates who applied to a US residency program in a given year as of March 2024.
WHY AUC
You don’t have to choose between a high-quality education and a supportive culture. At AUC, you get both.
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$80k USD scholarship awarded to qualified applicants who are Canadian citizens1
1Dual citizens are not eligible. Available to those who apply & qualify.
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94% five-year cumulative first-time pass rate for the USMLE Step 1 exam from 2018-2022 for Canadian students.*
*First-time pass rate is the number of students passing the USMLE Step 1 exam on the first attempt divided by the number of students whose first attempt was in 2018-2022. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 1 exam students must successfully complete the Medical Sciences curriculum.
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First-time residency attainment rate among Canadian citizens*
*First-time residency attainment rate is the percent of students attaining a 2024-25 residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2023-24 who were active applicants in the 2024 NRMP match or who attained a residency position outside the NRMP match.
MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR CANADIAN CITIZENS
This $80,000 USD scholarship is awarded to qualified applicants who are Canadian citizens. Dual citizens are not eligible.1
HOW TO QUALIFY
This scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants during the enrollment process, after submission of a completed application to AUC.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Canadian citizenship (Dual citizens are not eligible for the Canadian 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 award will be prorated.
AWARD DETAILS
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$8,000 will be awarded during each of the first 10 semesters of enrollment of the MD program, with a maximum lifetime value of $80,000.
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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.
Previous Canadian Scholarship recipients should refer to their original award letter for award amounts.
AUC MD Program outline
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Program outline
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Support For OUr canadian students
Support For OUr canadian students
Financial Aid for Canadians
Financial Aid for Canadians
Scholarships & Awards
Scholarships & Awards
Scholarships are available to you as an incoming first-semester student — including the Canadian Scholarship, a renewable award that maxes out at $80,000 USD. Available to those who apply and qualify.
3 Enrollment Sessions
3 Enrollment Sessions
May 5, 2025
May 5, 2025
September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025
January 6, 2026
January 6, 2026
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR MD PROGRAM
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LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR MD PROGRAM
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September 1, 2025
January 6, 2025
TWO LOCATIONS, SAME EDUCATION
TWO LOCATIONS, SAME EDUCATION
ST. MAARTEN
Our campus in Cupecoy, St. Maarten—where most students in the four-year MD program complete their first two years of academic study—provides medical students with a modern learning environment equipped with powerful technological and academic resources.
UNITED KINGDOM
AUC’s UK-Track medical degree program provides an opportunity for non-US citizen students to earn a Doctor of Medicine degree through study in the United Kingdom.
Your MD Journey Abroad Leads Home
Return to Your Home State for Clinicals
AUC is guaranteeing* a limited number of Year 3 clinical rotations in four of our core clinical hospital areas, including New York City area, Miami area, Detroit area, and the United Kingdom. This is an opportunity for aspiring students who would like to eventually practice in their home community.
*There is a limited number of guaranteed spots available at each site per term, and AUC cannot guarantee that all eligible students will be placed at the designated site in their home area. In addition to applying to AUC, being accepted, and paying the seat deposit before guaranteed clerkship seats are filled, students must meet all eligibility requirements listed below. AUC offers three start dates per year in January, May, and September. New seats will become available for each start. An applicant may have the option to choose a later start if spots have been filled.
45+ Year Legacy of Medical Education
Accredited MD Institution
AUC School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM)*. ACCM accreditation standards have been deemed comparable to U.S. medical school requirements by the U.S. Department of Education via the National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (NCFMEA), who reviews the standards that countries use to accredit medical schools. The NCFMEA has determined that the ACCM’s accreditation standards are comparable to those set by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), which accredits medical education programs in the United States.
*American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM, www.accredmed.org), which is the accreditor used by the country of St. Maarten.
Accredited MD Institution
AUC School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM)*. ACCM accreditation standards have been deemed comparable to U.S. medical school requirements by the U.S. Department of Education via the National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (NCFMEA), who reviews the standards that countries use to accredit medical schools. The NCFMEA has determined that the ACCM’s accreditation standards are comparable to those set by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), which accredits medical education programs in the United States.
*American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM, www.accredmed.org), which is the accreditor used by the country of St. Maarten.
Global Clinical Network
ONE-ON-ONE DEDICATED SUPPORT
ONE-ON-ONE DEDICATED SUPPORT
A Strong Focus on Social Accountability
A Strong Focus on Social Accountability
Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP)
Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP)
Explore Our Sint Maarten Campus
Discover what it's like to study at AUC!
- 110 different nationalities represented
- Smallest island in the world shared by two sovereign powers
- Saint Martin: French
- Sint Maarten: Dutch
- Population of island 82,085
- 42,846 on Dutch side
- English is widely spoken
- US dollars are regularly accepted
- Beaches for all tastes: swimming, snorkeling or simply relaxing and enjoying the view
- The island's average year round temperature is 80°F
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I practice medicine as an AUC graduate?
You'll be eligible to apply for licensure to practice in all 50 US states, Canada, to the UK and beyond.
Are AUC students eligible for financial aid?
Qualified United States citizens, permanent residents, and eligible non-citizens are able to apply and receive, if eligible, federal student loans through the Federal Direct Loan Program, which includes the Federal Direct Unsubsidized and Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loan. Qualified students can borrow up to the cost of attendance. Students who wish to participate are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®).
FAFSA® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Education.
How selective is AUC's admissions process?
At AUC, we have rigorous standards when considering applicants. Yes, we look at the whole person—we want to know about one’s life experience, volunteerism, maturity, and commitment—but we also look closely at how a candidate performed academically as an undergraduate and their MCAT score.
Are there scholarships available?
AUC is proud to have awarded more than $55 million USD in scholarships since 2009. Scholarships are available to those who apply and qualify. Please see our full listing here.
How can I get my Visa?
If you are accepted, for a legal extended stay in Sint Maarten, you must have your passport stamped with the appropriate student visa from the Sint Maarten government. The government of Sint Maarten, with AUC’s support to facilitate the internal coordination process, will process the student visa prior to the tourist visa stamp expiration date in your passport (from when you first arrived in Sint Maarten). When you arrive in Sint Maarten, you will need to present your passport. You must show proof of a return date ticket.
Do I need to be a premed student to apply to medical school?
Short answer: No, you do not have to be a premed student to apply to medical school.
“Premed” is not a major, but rather a set of med school prerequisite courses. A premed track focuses primarily on a mix of math and sciences. Premed programs' course requirements may vary from institution to institution; however, they typically include the following...
STUDENT SUCcESS Story
STUDENT SUCcESS STORIES
"AUC does everything they possibly can to help you achieve your goals. It’s obvious that the faculty really care and want you to do well, and AUC is a great community to be a part of."
Daniel Judelson, MD – AUC Class of 2017
Resident, Family Medicine (CaRMS Match)
University of Saskatchewan, North Battleford, SK
Take the Next Step to following your dream
With three convenient start dates, there’s no need to wait to start your journey to becoming a doctor. Classes start in May, September, and January.
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