American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine

American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC), founded in 1978, has more than 6,900 graduates and is a major contributor of physicians to the United States healthcare system. AUC offers a US-style curriculum designed to prepare graduates to be competitive for placement in postgraduate medical education programs. AUC is distinguished by providing students with international learning experiences, fostering a diverse learning environment, and encouraging and nurturing the commitment to community engagement and social accountability.

While AUC began as a university in the Caribbean more than 40 years ago, their vision has long extended across borders into the global medical community. Students can choose to study at one of their two campus locations: Cupecoy, Sint Maarten and Preston, England. Their collaboration with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in Preston, England has expanded their global footprint by bringing a US-modeled curriculum to students studying in the United Kingdom. AUC's growing partnerships with hospitals and healthcare organizations around the world afford students the chance to train in multiple healthcare systems while learning from international leaders and diverse patient populations. AUC is committed to educating medical students allover the word who possess the drive and ability to succeed in medical school and become excellent physicians. 

Why American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine?

• Campus life:
• Residency success
• Unique medical school culture

• Teaching excellence:
• Leadership and faculty
• International hospital affiliations
• Dedicated admissions team
• Accreditation
• Three start dates
• Financial aid
• USMLE success

• Facilities: Technologically advanced campuses

• Hands-on learning: Community and service learning opportunities

Prerequisites for Medical School:

• 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

Medical Admissions Test:

• U.S. citizens/permanent residents will need to take the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT)*.
• Non-U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents: MCAT, UCAT, NEET/UG, or GAMSAT. 

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. 

English Language Medical School Requirement:

Part of the AUC School of Medicine requirements for non-native English speakers, or applicants who graduated from institutions in which the education is not delivered in English, or as requested by the Admissions Committee if deemed necessary to assess success at AUC School of Medicine. One of two exams may be taken: 

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS): AUC School of Medicine recommends scores equivalent to 6.0 in all areas. 
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): AUC School of Medicine recommends an overall score of 75 

Educational and Employment History:

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

• CV or Resume

Supporting Documents for Medical School:

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. 

Transcripts:

American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine requirements include official transcripts from all schools attended. Notarized copies of the original transcripts may be directed to AUC School of Medicine when official transcripts are not readily available. However, official transcripts must follow the notarized copies prior to matriculation. 

Please note that all foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a credentialing service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

For additional information on admission requirements, kindly contact our admissions counsellor!