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1st-time residency attainment rate for 2023-2024 grads*
*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.

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USMLE® 1st-time Step 1 Pass Rate from 2019-2023**
**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 2019-2023. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 1 exam students must successfully complete the Medical Sciences curriculum.

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USMLE® 1st-time Step 2 Pass Rate from 2019-2023***
***First-time pass rate is the number of students passing the USMLE Step 2 CK exam on the first attempt divided by the number of students whose first attempt was in 2019-2023.  In order to sit for the exam students must earn an acceptable score on the NBME CCSE as listed in the catalog.

Why Choose AUC for Your Medical Education This January?

Starting medical school at AUC has numerous advantages.

A completed residency application to apply with when NRMP opens in early September
Schedule and attend interviews without academic responsibilities
More flexibility and time to prepare for Step 2 CK, as well as schedule electives
Less competition for more sought after clinical placements
Our January term offers a more intimate and focused learning environment with smaller incoming class sizes1 than our fall semester, which allows for the opportunity for more personalized attention from professors and a more collaborative learning environment
Start your residency as early as 2029!

Funding your education

To assist with the cost of tuition, AUC has a robust offering of scholarships for prospective students, which are available to those who qualify.

International Student Scholarship

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.
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.*

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Medical Scholarship for Australia and New Zealand Citizens

This $80,000 scholarship is awarded to applicants who are Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents of those countries.*

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*Awarded over 10 semesters at $8000 per semester.

Explore our vibrant locations

TWO LOCATIONS, SAME EDUCATION

American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) students have the opportunity to begin their studies at our flagship campus in Saint Maarten or at our MD program site in Preston, England.
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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.

 

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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.

 

3 Start Dates

AUC operates under a rolling admissions policy. This means we offer three start dates— January, May, September. This gives you the freedom to start medical school when it's right for you.
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3 ENROLLMENT SESSIONS

January 6, 2025

May 5, 2025

September 1, 2025

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Experience the AUC Difference

40+ Year Legacy of Medical Education

AUC School of Medicine is one of the most established international medical schools in the Caribbean. Since 1978 has been providing international medical school graduates to global healthcare. Our alumni network now exceeds 7,500 graduates.

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.

Clinical Rotations & Global Experiences

Gain exposure to different healthcare setting and systems, as well as diverse patient populations through our optional global electives. AUC offers the opportunity to complete clinical rotations in the Dominican Republic, India, Uganda, Vietnam and Zimbabwe, as well as at our affiliated teaching hospitals in the US and UK.

ONE-ON-ONE DEDICATED SUPPORT

From selecting clinical rotations to choosing a medical speciality and preparing your residency applications, we are here to help. Our dedicated team of professionals in the Office of Career Advisement (OCA) provides individualized attention and expert insight helps position our students for competitive placements in postgraduate medical education programs.

ONE-ON-ONE DEDICATED SUPPORT

From selecting clinical rotations to choosing a medical speciality and preparing your residency applications, we are here to help. Our dedicated team of professionals in the Office of Career Advisement (OCA) provides individualized attention and expert insight helps position our students for competitive placements in postgraduate medical education programs.
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Residency Support and Success

AUC grads obtain residency positions in a variety of postgraduate training programs throughout the United States and Canada. AUC’s 2022-23 graduating class achieved a 97% first-time eligible residency attainment rate in 24 different specialties*. Learn more about AUC's Residency success.

*Percent of students attaining a 2023-24 residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2022-23 who were active applicants in the 2023 NRMP match or who attained a residency position outside the NRMP match

Residency Support and Success

AUC grads obtain residency positions in a variety of postgraduate training programs throughout the United States and Canada. AUC’s 2022-23 graduating class achieved a 97% first-time eligible residency attainment rate in 24 different specialties*. Learn more about AUC's Residency success.

*Percent of students attaining a 2023-24 residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2022-23 who were active applicants in the 2023 NRMP match or who attained a residency position outside the NRMP match

Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP)

MERP is a 15-week online program designed to prepare promising applicants for success in medical school. MERP focuses on strengthening core academic areas with an emphasis on basic sciences. This program focuses on small group learning and study techniques. Students who successfully complete the program matriculate into the next first semester MD class.
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Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP)

MERP is a 15-week online program designed to prepare promising applicants for success in medical school. MERP focuses on strengthening core academic areas with an emphasis on basic sciences. This program focuses on small group learning and study techniques. Students who successfully complete the program matriculate into the next first semester MD class.
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A Strong Focus on Social Accountability

Service learning is part of AUC’s DNA. Our goal is to graduate physicians with a lifelong commitment to community engagement and social responsibility. This is brought to life by events developed to address community priorities and to create rich learning opportunities for our students.

A Strong Focus on Social Accountability

Service learning is part of AUC’s DNA.  Our goal is to graduate physicians with a lifelong commitment to community engagement and social responsibility. This is brought to life by events developed to address community priorities and to create rich learning opportunities for our students.

MD Program Outline for Residency Attainment in the USA

MD PROGRAM OUTLINE FOR RESIDENCY ATTAINMENT IN THE USA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I practice medicine as an AUC graduate?

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?

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?

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?

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?

How can I get my Visa?

For information on the UKVI Visa Application, please visit the UK Government website.

If you are accepted to AUC's UK Track, fees are currently £363 for a student visa. If your classes begin in less than one month, you should consider applying for an expedited 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?

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...

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STUDENT SUCcESS Story

STUDENT SUCcESS STORIES 

Daniel Judelson, MD – AUC Class of 2017

"I want a job that makes me want to go to work every day, and I have always wanted to travel and explore the UK. With the chance that AUC's UK Track offered me, I just couldn't say no."

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AUC UK Track, Vietnam

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 January, May, and September.

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