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If you feel you would fit in among UMHS’ diverse student body, we encourage you to complete an application for admission. A small school offering a truly personalized education, UMHS invests in your success.
Welcome to UMHS
Designed to make
you a great doctor
you a great doctor
With the help of our rigorous curriculum and supportive faculty,
you’ll graduate prepared to change your patients’ lives. Apply online or
upload your AMCAS, AACOMAS, OMSAS, or TMDSAS common application.
you’ll graduate prepared to change your patients’ lives. Apply online or
upload your AMCAS, AACOMAS, OMSAS, or TMDSAS common application.
State-of-the-art campus
Advanced facilities,
exceptional training
exceptional training
Take a virtual tour of our innovative campus or schedule an
in-person visit to experience our cutting-edge facilities, meet
key faculty members, and even sit in on classes.
Facilities comparable to any cutting-edge US medical school.
Equipped with the latest medical instruction technology, our campus is one of the most modern in the Caribbean.
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Better outcomes, half the cost
Our tuition is purposefully affordable so that you can spend more time practicing medicine than paying debt.
FAQs
Some of the most commonly asked questions about becoming a doctor at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences.
What are UMHS' accreditations?
The University of Medicine and Health Sciences takes pride in being one of the top-tier Caribbean medical schools with very high accreditation standards. Our students are qualified to sit for US and Canadian medical licensing exams, and gain residency and licensure throughout both countries.
UMHS has ACCM accreditation, NCFMEA recognition, and multiple U.S. state approvals.
What is the MCAT requirement for admission into UMHS?
All United States citizens and permanent residents are required to submit their MCAT scores as part of their application.
The MCAT is recommended, but not required, for Canadian citizens and other international applicants. However, if you have taken the MCAT, all attempts are required to be reported.
There is no minimum MCAT score requirement. At UMHS, no single factor determines an admissions decision. When assessing individual candidates, we carefully review several factors including, but not limited to:
- academic performance
- work, volunteer, or research experience
- letters of recommendation
- personal essay
Read more about our admissions requirements here. More information about the MCAT can be found directly on the AAMC website.
What kind of course prerequisites are required for acceptance into UMHS?
Similar to US and Canadian medical schools, a premed or health-related baccalaureate BS degree is not required for admission into UMHS.
By the time you apply, you are expected to have completed a minimum of three years of study (90 semester credits) at an accredited college or university. However, it is highly recommended that you earn a bachelor’s degree before matriculating.
To apply, you must have successfully completed the following undergraduate courses:
| Inorganic or General Chemistry (with Labs) | One Year |
| Organic Chemistry (with Labs)* | One Year |
| General Biology or Zoology (with Labs) | One Year |
| Physics (with Lab) | One Semester |
| English** | One Year |
| Calculus or Statistics | One Semester |
*You may substitute one semester of Biochemistry for Organic Chemistry II if this is the prescribed pre-medical chemistry sequence at your college or university.
**Canadian applicants may substitute humanities courses in place of English
Read more about our admissions requirements here.
What financial aid options are available to UMHS students?
UMHS has a variety of loan and financing options for US and Canadian students that can cover up to the cost of attendance. These include:
- Scholarships
- Sallie Mae private loans
- UMHS institutional loans
- Bank lines of credit (Canada)
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Where can UMHS graduates Match into residency and obtain licensure?
UMHS graduates can obtain residencies in most states in the US, with the exception of NY (until the school receives full NY approval). They can obtain residencies throughout Canada and in Puerto Rico. After completing a residency, UMHS graduates can become licensed anywhere in the US, Canada or Puerto Rico.
How does UMHS assist students in preparing for the USMLE Step exams?
UMHS has contracted with Kaplan, a renowned test preparation service, to assist our student's success in studying and passing the USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 board examinations. This prep service is a resource included in the tuition and fees for our students.
What is the Accelerated Review Program (ARP)?
The Accelerated Review Program (ARP) is designed for students who have the drive to become successful physicians, but who need additional academic and study skills support to ensure their success in medical school. This one-semester program provides a tailored curriculum designed to prepare students for medical school from day one and quickly build a strong foundation for academic and professional success. ARP students may choose to attend classes online or in-person on the St. Kitts campus. Students who have successfully completed ARP will qualify for an ARP Scholarship award.
Students who successfully complete ARP tend to become some of the strongest medical students at UMHS.
Does UMHS offer tours of the St. Kitts campus? Can I bring my family?
All are welcome to explore our beautiful St. Kitts campus from the comfort of your home via our Virtual Tour. We have partnered with a team to develop a fully immersive, 360 walk-through of our campus. Move from classroom to classroom, watch lectures come to life, and get as close to the UMHS student experience as possible, without traveling to St. Kitts.
However, the best way to get a feel for UMHS is to see it for yourself in person by making an appointment for a campus visit. Prospective medical students have the opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet with key faculty members and administrators, and even sit in on some classes. Feel free to bring your family so they can also gain a sense of your future home away from home!
If you are accepted to UMHS, a $500 tuition credit per person (max 2 people) will be applied to your second-semester tuition. (You can receive up to $1000 tuition credit for taking the tour)
