 Welcome to the University of Medicine and Health Sciences
You will soon make one of the most important decisions in your life, and you need as much information as possible to make an informed and educated decision. As you begin the process of applying to medical school, you will have to carefully consider all your options. You have taken a first step by visiting this site and we hope that the information provided is informative and useful.
First we want to assure you of our dedication to your success through a program where students come first. At UMHS, our mission is to educate and nurture a new generation of physicians prepared to meet 21st century health care delivery in a rapidly changing world. Our vision is to maintain a boutique medical school for students who deserve and demand a quality education in a small school environment at an affordable tuition. Our goal is to help our students grow as scientists and clinicians, but most importantly, as human beings who are able to integrate the science and the art of being a physician.
Consider these distinctions:
- $50 million dollar state of the art campus that compares favorably to the best medical schools in the United States.
- 24-bed virtual hospital in St. Kitts equipped with the newest computerized simulator.
- 11,000 square foot anatomy laboratory that is a model for medical schools throughout the United States.
- Technologically advanced classrooms and laboratories.
- Modern library and learning resource center.
- Highly respected and experienced faculty recruited primarily from the United States and Canada.
- Low student to faculty ratio.
- Small classes that insures a significant amount of individual attention.
- Rigorous medical program taught at the highest academic standards and designed to prepare students for a solid performance on the USMLE Step 1 and Step 2.
Clinical Program located in the United States at major teaching hospitals.
A university today is measured by the success of its graduates. We are proud to announce that we just graduated our first class in June and 100% obtained residencies in the United States.
We invite you to explore our website and hope that the information contained therein is useful and informative. If you are interested in learning more about UMHS, or have additional questions, you may want to participate in our monthly teleconference for prospective students. This is where you get to hear from and speak directly to the top management of the university, including students and alumni. Another option is to schedule an appointment to attend one of our regional information sessions. For further information on the monthly teleconference program or information sessions, please contact our admissions department. We hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Warren Ross
President
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