From the School
At American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, our mission is to train tomorrow's physicians, whose service to their communities and their patients is enhanced by international learning experiences, a diverse learning community, and an emphasis on social accountability and engagement.
Overview
Average UGrad GPA
3.10
From The School
AUC's Admissions Committee considers many factors when reviewing an applicant for consideration. These include undergraduate performance and MCAT score, as well as intellectual and social maturity, critical judgment, adaptability, volunteer work, life experiences, and graduate school performance (if applicable). We call this a holistic approach to admissions—a process that looks at an applicant as a whole person, not an exam score.
Evaluation for admission is conducted on an individual basis. We encourage all applicants to speak with a member of our admissions team to discuss their opportunity to attend AUC, including the competitiveness of their MCAT scores, undergraduate GPA and other requirements.
Students interested in applying to AUC may take our no obligation admissions assessment to find out if they are a good candidate.
MCAT Scores
Required
Essay / Personal Statement
Required
Science GPA
Required
Non Science GPA
Required
Extracurricular Activities
Optional
Letters of Recommendation
Required
Interview
Required
State Residency
Optional
Admissions Requirements
Pre-requisites: 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 Requirements: MCAT Score CV or Resume 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. Official Transcripts
Admissions Requirements
MCAT Scores
Required
Essay / Personal Statement
Required
Science GPA
Required
Non Science GPA
Required
Extracurricular Activities
Optional
Letters of Recommendation
Required
Interview
Required
State Residency
Optional
Admissions Requirements
Pre-requisites:
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
Requirements:
MCAT Score
CV or Resume
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.
Official Transcripts
Overall
From The School
AUC utilizes an integrated organ systems-based curriculum which is grounded in authentic clinical case-based teaching that begins in the first semester. Students learn in both dry and wet labs — learning from both high-fidelity simulations, high tech manikins as well as a traditional cadaver lab.
Once students move into their clinical rotations in either the U.S. or U.K., they also have the opportunity to participate in a global health elective where they may choose from one of six countries to complete a six-week clinical rotation.
Throughout their medical school journey, students are supported by professors and instructors and have access to many programs that may help with course material, tutoring, coaching, or mental health support to excel in both their academic and personal lives.
Once students move into their clinical rotations in either the U.S. or U.K., they also have the opportunity to participate in a global health elective where they may choose from one of six countries to complete a six-week clinical rotation.
Throughout their medical school journey, students are supported by professors and instructors and have access to many programs that may help with course material, tutoring, coaching, or mental health support to excel in both their academic and personal lives.
- Center for Academic Teaching and Learning
- Student-Led Group Reviews
- Specialized Coaching
Majors and Degrees Offered
American University of the Caribbean (AUC) School of Medicine's internationally recognized Doctor of Medicine (MD) program offers a rigorous academic experience designed to prepare students to succeed on all parts of the United States Medical Licensing Examinations® (USMLE). Our students learn from knowledgeable, dedicated faculty members and train in unique global settings, with transformative clinical opportunities available in the United States, United Kingdom, and abroad.
Our four-year Medical Doctor (MD) degree program curriculum is comprised of 10 semesters: five semesters of medical sciences taught at our campus on Sint Maarten and five semesters of clinical sciences taught at hospitals affiliated with the university. Three semesters of 16 weeks each are scheduled per year beginning in January, May, and/or September.
Since 2019, the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) has partnered with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) to offer two distinct points of entry to enable non-US citizen students to earn an AUC medical degree, with at least part of their education in the United Kingdom (UK). This degree track is open to qualified non-US citizen students holding a Bachelor's degree who seek a rigorous medical education program designed to help them master the basic medical sciences and develop the necessary clinical skills to practice medicine.
Faculty
The foundation of our educational model is built on a collaborative learning environment with small incoming class sizes and access to expert faculty. Faculty mentors hold MD, PhD and/or equivalent degrees and have primarily trained in the United States and United Kingdom.
Faculty Information
Student/Faculty 4:1*
*includes student and faculty from clinical and pre-clinical sites 2022-2023
Expert Faculty: most of our teaching faculty hold an MD or PhD.
Faculty Information
Total Faculty
30
Student/Faculty
5:1
43
Female Faculty
Overview
From The School
AUC School of Medicine is committed to providing medical students with information to help them fund their education through institutional scholarships, student loan programs and medical school financial aid. Various in-school tuition payment options are also available. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.
Learn more about AUC's medical school tuition costs, scholarships, financial aid eligibility, and other resources, at https://www.aucmed.edu/admissions/tuition-and-financial-aid.
AUC is approved for participation in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program (Direct Loans). 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.
Please see our webpage for a breakdown of medical sciences and clinical rotation tuition, fees, housing and other expenses for both our Sint Maarten campus and UK Track programs.
Please see our webpage for information on various types of financial aid, loan programs, scholarships and more.
Financial Aid Statistics
Expenses per Academic Year
In-State-Tuition
$56,648
On-Campus Room & Board
$17,000
Estimated Cost for Books / Academic Expenses
$1,400
Fees
$10,641
Student Body Profile
Demographics
Campus Life
Demographics:
Female 55%
Male 44%
Graduates
AUC is proud to have more than 7,500 alumni in all 50 of the United States, across Canada, and abroad. Some have gone on to become chief residents, department chairs, program directors, researchers, entrepreneurs, and community advocates. Each year, AUC graduates apply for and obtain residencies in a variety of postgraduate training programs throughout the United States and Canada. Our 2023-2024 graduating class achieved a 98% first-time eligible residency attainment rate*. Our graduates earned residencies in 22 specialties and entered residency programs in 38 U.S. states.
*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.
More Information
% of Classrooms with Internet Access
100%
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
Admissions Office Contact
Contact
Laura Dwyer
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
Address
10315 USA Today Way
Miramar, FL 33025
Miramar, FL 33025
Phone
(866)DR2B-AUC (372-2282)
Email
admissions@aucmed.edu
