Forum: American University of Antigua College of Medicine Forum Location: Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean Basic Science Tuition: $10,632 U.S./semester Clinical Science Tuition: $12,094 U.S./semester USA Clinical Rotations: Yes Time required for MD: 4 years Special: The first hospital based medical school in the Caribbean Books: AUA Books Email: Email AUA Survey: AUA Review

A Brief History of the Antigua and Barbuda by The World Factbook 2007

The Siboney were the first to inhabit the islands of Antigua and Barbuda in 2400 B.C., but Arawak Indians populated the islands when COLUMBUS landed on his second voyage in 1493. Early settlements by the Spanish and French were succeeded by the English who formed a colony in 1667. Slavery, established to run the sugar plantations on Antigua, was abolished in 1834. The islands became an independent state within the British Commonwealth of Nations in 1981. Read More.

Becoming a Physician

Studying medicine at AUA is truly unique and offers advantages unlike any other medical school in the Caribbean:

AUA is the only hospital-integrated program in the Caribbean with a curriculum that is comparable to the medical education paradigm in U.S. medical schools. Beginning with their first semester, students are introduced to the clinical setting. AUA students begin their clinical experience during their Basic Sciences semesters by accompanying doctors on rounds at the local hospital either in Antigua or in Manipal, ranked among the top five medical schools in India, whom we have a twinning program with.

AUA offers multiple locations where a student can take their first Clinical Medicine semester when they return to the U.S. No other medical school offers such an opportunity. Graduates of the Basic Science program move on to attend the 16-week Medicine 01 semester conducted in one of three different U.S. locations; New York, NY, Miami, FL or Pontiac, MI. Upon completion, students are ready to sit for the USMLE™ Step 1.The Clinical Clerkship segment consists of 6- and 12-week core and 4-week elective rotations at various AUA-affiliated ACGME-approved teaching hospitals in the U.S., which is required for licensure in all states.

AUA is one of the few schools licensed by the state of New York. There are only a few states in the U.S. that require approval for international medical schools. Although less than 5 years old, the AUA program is proud to be one of a few that has been approved by the State of New York, allowing our students the option to complete their clinical training and residencies at NY State-approved hospitals, which is extremely important because 1/3 of residencies and teaching hospitals are in NY state, and you can not secure a residency spot in the state of new York without NYS approval.

AUA is committed to ensuring that our faculty to student ratio remains high. It is our president’s pledge that all classes are kept to a level of no more than 120 students per classroom. This will optimize the students’ learning experience. AUA also has the most modern of educational equipment found in its classrooms, labs and library facilities. The university’s dedication to provide a high quality medical education is also evident by its construction of our new $60 million, 17-acre campus, which is currently underway and is expected to be fully occupied in September 2008.

AUA is one of the few schools that offer both a four-year and a six-year medical program that leads to becoming a licensed physician in the United States and Canada. AUA offers two distinct programs for students interested in attaining a medical degree: the four-year MC degree program and the six-year AA/MD degree program.

As part of our mission in preparing AUA does its utmost to prepare students to become licensed U.S. physicians by preparing them to pass the USMLE™ step examinations. Shelf Exams are used as final exams for the Basic Sciences courses, ensuring that the students meet U.S. medical education requirements. AUA prepares its students to achieve passing scores on the U.S. Medical Licensing Examinations™ (USMLE) and provides clinical clerkship opportunities in some of the best teaching hospitals in the U.S.

As part of our mission in preparing students to become successful U.S. physicians, AUA graduates have been highly successful in securing U.S. residencies through the National Residency Match Program. In 2007 and 2008 virtually all AUA U.S. eligible graduates have obtained residencies, generally their first or second choice, with the exception of 3 students in 2008 who are obtaining their residency through the scramble. We will continue to report as we are notified of additional placements. The NRMP Main Match is set up to provide impartial matching for applicants' preferences for residency positions with program directors' preferences for applicants. According to the NRMP website, “Each year approximately 16,000 U.S. allopathic medical school seniors and 15,000 graduates of osteopathic, Canadian or foreign medical schools compete for approximately 24,000 residency positions.” This year, Of the 15,242 U.S. graduates, 14,359 won residency positions; 94%. More than one-fifth of the positions available through the match this year were in internal medicine.

AUA is a recipient of U.S. Congressional approval. The Honorable Donald M. Payne of the 10th District of New Jersey visited Antigua in 2006 in support of expanding educational opportunities for students who dream of becoming physicians He commended AUA on its immense impact on the surrounding communities, and praised the school’s commitment to a high standard of learning and achievement. Congressman Payne applauded AUA President and Founder Neal Simon, Esq., for establishing a quality medical education program with a focus on accommodating the need for diversity in medical education.

Under the offices of the Mayo Clinic Medical Transport’s Gold Cross Training Center, AUA has been named as an international training site by the American Heart Association (AHA). AUA is the first medical school in the Caribbean to have a formal program accredited by the American Heart Association. Under the supervision of certified instructors from the Mayo Clinic, students, faculty, health care providers and even lay persons take part in the week-long exercise and earn their certificates. The completion of the BLS certification is required for AUA students who are being certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), as it is a requirement for first semester students. Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be completed by fourth year students according to the AHA guidelines.

Academic Programs

AUA offers two distinct programs for students interested in attaining a medical degree. The four-year MD degree program is designed for students who have either have an undergraduate degree or have completed at least 90 college credits and all prerequisite courses. The six year AS/MD degree program is designed for students who are starting their medical career directly from high school and non-traditional students who do not have or are missing prerequisite courses for the four-year MD program.

AUA College of Medicine (AUACOM)

4-year MD Degree Program starts with four 16-week semesters in Antigua where the curriculum is comprised of courses in Basic Sciences and their application to clinical medicine. Semesters begin in January, May and September, and students can begin their studies in any semester.

First and fourth semester students attend teaching rounds at the general hospital, conducted by our clinical faculty. Students are exposed to patients of all age groups. In addition, students practice history taking and physical examinations with patients at our ICM lab on campus. Third and fourth semester students also attend autopsies at the hospital as part of their pathology course.

After completing and passing all Basic Sciences courses, students return to the U.S. to start the Clinical Sciences segment of the program. First, they attend the 16-week Medicine 01 semester conducted in New York, NY, Miami, FL or Pontiac, MI. Upon completion, students are ready to sit for the US Medical Licensing Examination Step 1.

The Clinical Clerkship segment consists of 6- and 12-week core and 4-week elective rotations at various AUA-affiliated ACGME-approved teaching hospitals in the U.S. Students can begin their Clinical Clerkships with a core rotation after taking the Step 1 exam and waiting for the results. After receiving a passing score, students continue with the remainder of their clinical rotations. Once all 75 weeks of required clinical rotations are completed and the student passed both USMLE Step 2 Clinical Skills and Clinical Knowledge exams, they are eligible for graduation.

If all coursework is taken consecutively, the medical program can be completed in 40 months or just over 3.5 years. The Doctor of Medicine degree is awarded after students have successfully completed all the requirements including the Basic Sciences and Clinical Sciences coursework. Graduating students are eligible to participate in the Residency Match program, same as students graduating from U.S. medical schools. Graduates are also eligible to apply for their ECFMG certification.

American International College of Arts and Science – Antigua (AICASA)

6-year AS/MD Degree Program in Antigua leads to both an Associate in Science in Pre-Health Sciences degree and a MD degree. The program incorporates college level science and humanities courses with medical school courses in a six-year program. This track is ideal for graduating high school students who are committed to medicine and are ready to begin their medical studies immediately after completing high school. It is also the path for non-traditional students who need to complete prerequisite courses before being accepted to the medical program.

Kasturba Medical College International Center (KMCIC)

6-Year BSc/MD Degree Program at Kasturba Medical College International Center incorporates college level science and humanities courses with medical school courses in a six-year program. Students start with two semesters of pre-basic sciences courses. Then the students move on to take the regular basic sciences courses and receive a BSc in Basic Health Sciences degree from Manipal University after the completion of the six semesters. The students then return to the U.S. to join the Introduction to Clinical Clerkship semester with AUA students who completed their Basic Science program in Antigua. This track is ideal for graduating high school students who are committed to medicine and are ready to begin their medical studies immediately after completing high school. It is also the path for non-traditional students who need to complete prerequisite courses before being accepted to the medical program.

Pre-Medical Program is offered in Antigua and Manipal to students who are starting their medical career directly from high school and non-traditional students who do not have or are missing prerequisite courses for the four-year MD program. The program consists of college level science and humanities courses to prepare students for medical school, and help them to think critically and develop good communications skills. Graduates receive an Associate in Science degree in Antigua or a Basic Health Science degree in India.

The admissions committee may also recommend that students who did poorly in prerequisite courses repeat those specific classes before starting the four-year M.D. program. Upon successfully passing these required courses, students are promoted to the next level.

Faculty & Learning

The faculty at AUA is comprised of outstanding, experienced teachers, all of whom have MD or PhD degrees in their respective fields. Many faculty members are board certified and also have been honored for their teaching abilities.

The primary mission of our faculty is to educate our students and help them succeed in the demanding environment of a medical school. Our high teacher to student ratio allows our faculty to be available for one-on-one mentoring and to provide guidance for the students.

Many of our faculty members are accomplished researchers and notable scientists in their field. They publish articles, textbooks, and present their findings at international medical conferences.

Residence Halls

AUA requires that all incoming (excluding transfers), 1st semester Pre-Med and Basic Science students reside in University-sponsored housing for the first two semesters. Housing is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. The enclosed Housing and Transportation Request form and your housing deposit must be received in our New York office within 45 days of your acceptance notification. If you are accepted less than 30 days before class registration, your deposit and forms are due within 5 days from acceptance.

AUA offers a variety of housing options. (options are available on a first-come, first-serve basis) These range from single rooms in a hotel setting, to two and three-bedroom furnished villas with fully equipped kitchens, living rooms and dining rooms. They are divided into three groups, depending on amenities provided. AUA defines single rooms as bedrooms occupied by one person. Double rooms are bedrooms occupied by two persons. Below, you can find view a great slide show with images of each group. Below, are the full group listings, descriptions and costs for each housing group, as well as a link to an independent housing site.

All AUA-sponsored housing includes complimentary weekly housekeeping services. Pillows and coverlets are provided however, students need to bring their own queen size sheets and pillow cases.

AUA students may move to non-sponsored housing after their second semester. We encourage our students to use their time during their first year on the island to become familiar with the non-sponsored housing options so they can make an educated decision about future living arrangements.

Clubs & Activities

The Student Government Association is committed to assist students in their academic and leadership development while at the American University of Antigua. In order to ensure a successful and dynamic student population, the Student Government Association offers a variety of organizations and activities to cater to our diverse student body.

We are committed to maximizing the students experience while attending AUA by establishing a strong volunteer service backbone to our student body. In an effort to reach out to the surrounding communities we organize many fundraising events and volunteer our time to local charities.

The Student Government Association of the American University of Antigua is here to serve the student body and make your stay in Antigua as fruitful, enjoyable and memorable as possible.

Kasturba Medical College (KMC)

American University of Antigua College of Medicine is pleased to announce their affiliation with Manipal University/Kasturba Medical College International Center, India. Accepted students will have the option of enrolling at either the Basic Science campus in Antigua or at the KMC Basic Science Campus in Manipal. Students will have the opportunity to complete their clinical Sciences at United States teaching hospitals. *PLEASE NOTE THAT THE KMCIC PROGRAM OPERATES ON A TWO SEMESTER ACADEMIC CALENDAR - INCOMING CLASSES START IN MARCH AND SEPTEMBER ONLY. Contact our Associate Director of Admissions Tipton Carlson directly.

Kasturba Medical College consistently ranks among the top five medical schools in India, and is the third largest in the country. Students from over 40 nations attend KMC, and their degrees are recognized world-wide .

In addition to teaching, the KMC faculty are engaged in numerous and extensive research projects, including biotechnology, laser spectroscopy, radiobiology, and molecular and cellular biology. There are a wide range of research opportunities available to students who wish to pursue such endeavors. The faculty of the medical school are dedicated to excellence in teaching and to preparing physicians with a broad and thorough knowledge of medical science.

Founded in 1953 by Dr. T.M.A. Pai, a country doctor committed to education and philanthropy, Manipal University began with only a few students on a barren hillside. Today the campus is a testament to Dr. Pai's vision; bustling, lovely, and expansive. Manipal University has developed in many directions and offers unique opportunities. The Anatomy and Pathology Museum is one of the largest of its kind in the world, with over one thousand specimens available for study by medical students, and a separate section on comparative anatomy with skeletons of both reptiles and mammals. The campus is also the site of a Planetarium, Science Centre and a Swimming Pool. Housing is available on campus.

AUA and KMC are particularly suited as partners in a medical education affiliation as both institutions are committed to a mission of training physicians who are both competent and skilled, compassionate and caring.

Admissions Requirements

The AUA Admissions Committee evaluates applicants in a comprehensive manner. We are interested in the whole individual and evaluate applications using all components of the application package. Our goal is to determine whether or not you have the academic ability and determination to pursue a rigorous medical school education. We look beyond GPA calculations and test scores in order to determine your motivation, maturity, leadership ability, knowledge of the medical field and academic progression in time.

4-YEAR MD DEGREE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

AUA requires at least 90 credits of college work, but strongly recommends that applicants complete their degrees at an undergraduate college. The coursework should include the following prerequisite courses:

• One Year (8 hours) of Inorganic or General Chemistry (with labs)
• One Year (8 hours) of Organic Chemistry (with labs)
• One Year (8 hours) of General Biology or Zoology (with labs)
• One Semester (4 hours) of Physics (with labs)
• One Semester (3 hours) of English
• One Semester (3 hours) of Calculus or Statistics

It is also strongly advised that advanced science courses be completed in such subjects as Biochemistry, Anatomy/Physiology, Genetics, Microbiology and other important subjects that will prepare you for our rigorous basic science program.

Contact the admissions department if you have any questions about your application or need a preliminary evaluation of your credentials.

6-YEAR AS/MD DEGREE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

High School students are required to have a 3.2 GPA as well as a combined score of 1100 reading comprehension and mathematics on the SAT or a score of 24 on the ACT

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

International Applicants who have completed less than sixty credits at an English language college or university must provide the official record of the scores for ONE of the following exams:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The minimum acceptable score is 550 on the paper-based test or 213 on the computer-based test
OR
International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The minimum acceptable score is 5.5.

Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)

Applicants who have taken the MCAT examination are highly encouraged to submit their scores to us. While this is not a main determinant of your ability to succeed in medical school, it may help us qualify you for acceptance, in combination with our evaluation of your grade point averages.

FOREIGN DOCUMENTS

Applicants who have completed their undergraduate studies in countries having an educational system different from that of the United States will be evaluated on their merits but will be expected to have completed a pre-medical curriculum comparable to that described above. All required documents, if originally in a foreign language, must be accompanied by a notarized English translation. All transcripts documenting post-secondary course work completed in institutions outside the United States must also be evaluated by an approved international credential evaluation service such as World Education Services or other National Association of Credential Evaluations Services (NACES) approved services.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

A complete application contains the following documents:

1. Non-refundable application fee of $75.00 U.S.
2. Two official letters of recommendation (LOR). The LOR must be on official letterhead stationary and must be signed. At least one LOR must be from a college professor unless the applicant is in the workforce and has no recent academic history. One recommendation should be from a pre-medical professor acquainted with the applicant's academic ability. A Pre-Health Committee recommendation package from your college or university will satisfy this requirement. If you wish, you may want to have letters sent on your behalf from employers, medical colleagues and other advisors. All letters must be sent directly to the Admissions Office through the mail. A Dean's letter is required only in cases where an applicant has been dismissed from another medical school for non-academic reasons.
3. Official transcript(s) from each college and/or professional school attended. These must be mailed directly to the New York Office of AUA or be submitted to us in a sealed envelope.
4. MCAT Scores if available.
5. Official transcript from prior medical school, if applicable.
6. Official report of scores on the TOEFL (for applicants whose academic background has been substantially in languages other than English).

TRANSFER APPLICANTS

Students enrolled, or previously enrolled, in an approved medical school may apply for admission with advanced standing. Such applicants must arrange with the medical school they are currently attending for an official transcript of their academic record to be sent to AUA. Students who have taken the USMLE Step I or Step II, successfully or not, must also provide copies of their test results. Additionally, transfer students must meet all the requirements for admission to AUA. Transfer applicants who have not completed all of our pre-medical school course requirements may have to use some of their medical school course work to satisfy this requirement. Transfer students who have completed part or all of the basic sciences will be placed in the appropriate semester of AUA's curriculum. Those who have successfully completed all of the basic sciences are still required to complete our fifth semester of basic science before being permitted to enroll in our Clinical Program.

For candidates who have not successfully completed the basic sciences, the level of placement in the curriculum will be determined by the Faculty Admissions Committee.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition as of September 2008 MD Degree program: Basic Sciences - 4 Semesters: $9,890.00 U.S./semester

Fifth Semester (Miami, New York or Pontiac) - 1 Semester: $11,250.00 U.S./semester

Clinical Sciences - 5 Semesters: $11,250.00 U.S./semester

6-Year AS/MD Degree program: Pre-Med - 4 Semesters: $6,120.00 U.S./semester

Basic Sciences - 4 Semesters: $9,890.00U.S./semester

Fifth Semester (New York, Miami or Pontiac) - 1 Semester: $11,250.00 U.S./semester

Clinical Sciences - 5 Semesters: $11,250.00 U.S./semester

Pre-Med program: Pre-Med - 4 Semesters: $6,120.00 U.S./semester

Fees Academic Support Fee – Pre-Med & Basic Sciences: $250.00 U.S./Semester

Testing Fee – Basic Sciences & Introduction to Clinical Sciences: $150.00 U.S./semester

Administrative Fee – All Semesters: $250.00 U.S./semester

Other Expenses - Pre-Med & Basic Sciences: $40.00 U.S./semester

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification Fee - Basic Sciences (1 Semester): $210.00/one time fee

Textbooks
Textbooks must be purchased. Basic Science curriculum texts cost approximately $500.00 U.S./per semester and can be purchased through the University bookstore.

Clinical Attire & Medical Kits
Clinical Attire, consisting of lab jackets and scrubs, dissection kits and patient examination kits will be required during your Basic Sciences semesters. You should budget a total of $800.00 for these items which can be purchased in the University bookstore.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance is mandatory while students are enrolled at AUA. Students can either enroll in the Insurance Plan provided by AUA or provide proof of private coverage to the Bursar 30 days before commencement of semester.

Housing
$1,400 to $3,400 U.S./semester. (Your nonrefundable housing deposit in the amount of $750, is due 45 days prior to class registration. If your acceptance is within that 45 day window, your housing deposit is due within 10 days of the receipt of your acceptance letter.)

Transportation
Students can elect to use AUA transportation, which will cost a flat rate of $300.00 U.S./semester

Living Expenses
Food and entertainment, $1,200.00 U.S./semester

Refund Policy
All refunds will be made within thirty (30) days of the withdrawal date. Before any refund can be initiated, a withdrawal form must be completed and submitted to the Associate Registrar in Antigua for Basic Science students. For Clinical Science students in semesters six through ten, the withdrawal form must be completed and submitted to the Dean of Student Services and Registrar in the New York office.

Tuition will be refunded according to the following schedule**:

• Prior to the first day of class, 100% of tuition and all applicable fees will be refunded.
• If any student withdraws during the first 60% of the semester, the refund will be prorated based on the withdrawal date. Only base tuition will be prorated; all other applicable fees are non-refundable.
• If any student withdraws after 60% of the semester, there are no refunds.

Any student withdrawing from a clinical rotation, subsequent to assignment and acceptance, will not receive a refund on tuition.

*Tuition and fees are subject to change as deemed appropriate by the Executive Committee
**The semester seat deposit of $500.00 is excluded from this refund.

Financial Aid

As a student in the AUA/KMCIC Twinning Program, you are eligible to apply for private educational loans from various private loan lenders. U.S. Citizens and permanent residents, as well as Canadian citizens, are eligible to apply on their own as long as they are credit worthy(no co-signer). It is highly recommended to apply with a co-signer.

Incoming Students

It is highly recommended that students review their credit and credit score from all three credit bureaus to understand and know their credit rating before making application for a loan. This can be done inexpensively at AnnualCreditReport.com.

Upon acceptance, information about our loan process, as well as our cost of attendance will be sent via email.

Canadian Students

Canadian students are strongly encouraged to apply the interest free federal loan programs through their individual provinces. Canadian students can review their credit at TransUnion.

Returning Students

A new application is required for every two semester period of enrollment. Applications from Transfer students will be adjusted based upon on the term of entrance/matriculation. All application documents must be submitted to the Registrars Office in Antigua prior to the start of the academic year. Completed Financial Aid folders will be reviewed in conjunction with a student’s Satisfactory Academic Progress, which can be reviewed in the Satisfactory Academic Progress section of the Student Handbook.

A Financial Aid Notification Letter indicating eligibility in the alternative loan program will be sent to you. After receiving the Financial Aid Eligibility Letter, the letter must be signed and forwarded to the Registrars Office in Antigua. Once that letter has been received in Antigua, it will then be forwarded to the Registrars Office in the New York Headquarters and processed accordingly.

Scholarships

American University of Antigua College of Medicine recognizes the academic excellence, community, and volunteer service(s) of our applicants. To that end, AUA has established an endowment of a small number of full and partial scholarships to qualified students for each entering semester. Scholarship criteria are competitive and funding is limited; eligible students are encouraged to apply in a timely manner for review. Applicants and accepted students are invited to apply for available scholarships posted on our University website.

Medical School Physician Diversification Initiative Grant - Limited half-tuition scholarships are awarded to students, who have demonstrated strong personal qualities of citizenship, dedication to the community or public service, and academic excellence, and are classified as an under-represented minority in the field of medicine. The grant covers half of the tuition for the duration of the MD degree program. Applicants, ideally, will possess a minimum of an undergraduate GPA of 3.25 or higher, and a pre-requisite GPA of 3.0 or higher, and otherwise accepted to AUA by the Admissions Committee.

Admissions Committee Scholarship for Academic Achievement - Limited scholarships are awarded to students, who have demonstrated academic excellence, and are applicants in the MD Program and Pre-Med Program. An application for this scholarship is not required, as qualified, deserving students are nominated by the admissions committee.

Details are as follows:

• MD PROGRAM: A grant of $2,500 per Basic Science semester and the Medicine 01 Semester/5th semester will be awarded to those students possessing an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.8 or higher, and a pre-requisite GPA of 3.5 or higher, and otherwise accepted to AUA by the Admissions Committee.
• PRE-MED STUDIES at AUA: A grant of $1,000 per PreMed semester will be awarded to those students possessing a Final High School GPA of 3.5 on the 4.0 scale and SAT score of 1300 to include a combined verbal and math score, or a composite ACT score of 27 or higher, and otherwise accepted to AUA by the Admissions Committee.

A minimum Final GPA of 3.0 GPA must be maintained to continue to receive the benefits of the awarded scholarship.

US Military Veterans Recognition Award – A grant of $2,500 per Basic Science semester and Medicine 01 Semester/5th semester will be awarded to a limited number of U.S. military veterans, who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on active duty, either currently or with an Honorable Discharge, which are verified by DD214.

All awardees must prove eligibility from official records and candidates must otherwise meet all Admissions’ standards of AUA.

To maintain continued eligibility for the AUA Scholarship Program, students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

The EMT/Par-A-Medic Recognition Award - A grant of $1,500 per Basic Science semester and the Medicine 01 Semester/5th semester will be awarded to Certified EMT’s or Paramedics in attendance at AUA.

Proof of current certification must be provided to the Scholarship Committee.

Candidates must otherwise meet all Admissions’ standards of AUA.

To maintain continued eligibility for the AUA Scholarship Program, students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Antiguan Scholarship - The American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUA) Scholarship provides tuition for four years of medical education to the recipients and if awarded, will also provide tuition for the 2 year PreMed program. AUA shall pay 50% of the cost of required books for all Basic Science courses. The Scholarships does not include room, board, transportation or educational supplies.

In order to maintain continued eligibility for the AUA Scholarship Program, a student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).

It is expected that residents of Antigua, who are recipients of this scholarship, intend to return to the nation of Antigua/Barbuda to practice medicine.

Some or all clinical rotations may be scheduled the Caricom nations.

AUA cannot guarantee clinical placement in the United States because immigration to the US cannot be secured by the University, as this is at the discretion of the US Immigration Authorities.

AAPI/AUA Scholarship for Indian Students - The American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUA) Scholarship designated to provide tuition for four years of medical education to the recipient. If awarded, the scholarship will also provide tuition toward the 2 year Pre-Medical degree program. AUA will pay fifty percent of the cost of required textbooks for all Basic Science and Pre-Medical courses. The Scholarship does not include room, board, transportation or educational supplies.

In order to continue eligibility for the AUA Scholarship Program, the student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).

It is expected that the recipient of this scholarship, is of Indian descent.

This scholarship is awarded once per calendar year, for semesters commencing either in January or May. There will be one AUA/AAPI scholarship per calendar year. Applicants, ideally, will possess a minimum of an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher, and a pre-requisite GPA of 3.25 or higher, and otherwise accepted to AUA by the Admissions Committee.

AUA does not guarantee residency placement in the United States due to immigration laws, for more information regarding immigration please contact.

Procedures and guidelines:

All applicants must submit an application with for each scholarship, outlining their academic successes and challenges, community service, and/or professional achievements and recognitions. The Medical School Physician Diversification Initiative Grant requires an essay of no more than 500 words and must be accompanied by supporting documents such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, certificates, awards and proof of eligibility, if necessary.

The Scholarship Committee must receive all applications and supporting documentation at least four weeks prior to the start of the semester. Scholarship recipients will be notified in writing and by phone within two weeks of the Committee’s decision. The committee meets every three weeks to evaluate all applicants.

Please note that there is no guarantee of a scholarship and the number of scholarships awarded per semester may vary. All Scholarship Committee decisions are final and are not open to appeal. All questions regarding the scholarship application process must be directed to the Admissions Department. Please address all scholarship applications to Admissions, Attention Ashley Mercado, 10th floor.

All awards will be in the form of a credit towards tuition and fees. Scholarships are not automatically renewed and recipients must resubmit all scholarship applications (original supporting documentation need not be re-submitted) on a semester basis.
The American University of Antigua College of Medicine encourages students to search for outside funding and scholarships as well. These sites offer links to a wide variety of searchable scholarship databases and other financial resources.

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