RUSM Accreditation

Ross Medical School is accredited by the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions(CAAM-HP). The United States Department of Education has found that CAAM-HP's accreditation standards are comparable to those used by the LCME for evaluating MD programs in the United States. This means you can become eligible for ECFMG certification and apply for residencies and licensure in the USA and Canada.

Unique Program Features

Systems-based Practice

Students must exhibit knowledge of and responsiveness to the greater context and health care system and the capacity to utilize other system resources to offer optimal health care effectively.

Clinical Rotations and Residency

Ross Med's clinical program consists of 90 weeks of rotations, 48 weeks of core clerkships, and 42 weeks of electives. Core clerkships are conducted in affiliated teaching hospitals around the United States.

Affiliated Teaching Hospitals and Clinical Sites

U.S. Hospital Affiliates in the USA are located in:

  • California
  • Connecticut
  • Florida
  • Illinois
  • Maryland/Washington
  • D.C.
  • Michigan
  • New York
  • New Jersey
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Admission Criteria at RUSM University

You must have a bachelor's degree or higher and have completed the following courses within the last 10 years.

  • Inorganic or General Chemistry: Two semesters with labs.
  • Organic Chemistry: Two semesters with labs.
  • General Biology or Zoology: Two semesters of laboratory
  • Physics: One semester, includes laboratory.
  • Mathematics: One semester of college-level math, ideally calculus or statistics.
  • English: Two semesters. Canadian students may meet the English requirements in three different ways:
    • Two semesters of university humanities with essays accounting for at least 40% of the total grade,
    • International Baccalaureate English, and
    • Advanced Placement English.

Note: Substitutions and/or exceptions for med-school prerequisites are made on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the admissions committee.

After reviewing your application, the admissions committee will provide one of three possible decisions:

  • Acceptance
  • Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP)
  • Denial

Ross Med provides MERP to promising individuals who may benefit from additional preparation and academic assistance. As a member of MERP, you will have access to an exclusive experience centered on small group learning and study practices that will prepare you for greater success in medical school. After successfully completing MERP, you will be admitted to Ross Med's MD program and begin your first semester.

You will explore a range of courses include:

  • Anatomy/Histology
  • Biochemistry/Genetics
  • Physiology/Biophysics
  • Microbiology/Immunology

Supporting Documents

  • Completed Ross Med application.
  • Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores.
  • GPA scores. There is no GPA minimum.
  • Official transcript(s) of a bachelors degree or higher from each college and/or professional school attended.
  • A personal statement of 750 words or less. You can also submit your AMCAS, AACOMAS or TMDSAS personal statement.
  • Letters of Recommendation: At least two official letters of recommendation. One should be an academic letter from a pre-medical professor acquainted with your academic ability OR a recommendation from a college pre-health advisory committee.
  • The second should be from a physician acquainted with your healthcare work experience, if applicable. The second letter may also be a character reference from an employer or volunteer organization.
  • Non U.S./Canadian Foreign Transcript evaluation (if applicable).

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Cost of Attendance or Tuition Fees

Fees

Medical Sciences Costs per semester(1-5 semesters)

Clinical Clerkships Costs per semester(6-10 semesters)

Tuition Fee

$23,284

$27,447

Administrative Fee

$5,883

$3,420

Educational Technology Fee

$779

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Health Insurance 

$1,306

$1,306

Campus Housing Rent

Tier 1

Bedroom with a private bath in 3BR unit: $5,082


Tier 2

Bedroom with a private bath in 4BR unit: $4,872 


Tier 3

Bedroom with a shared bath in 3BR unit: $4,452


Tier 4

Bedroom with a shared bath in 4BR unit: $4,242


Family Unit

3 Bedrooms with a private bath: $7,875

Tier 1

Bedroom with a private bath in 3BR unit: $5,082


Tier 2

Bedroom with a private bath in 4BR unit: $4,872


Tier 3

Bedroom with a shared bath in 3BR unit: $4,452


Tier 4

Bedroom with a shared bath in 4BR unit: $4,242


Family Unit

3 Bedrooms with a private bath: $7,875

Housing

On-campus Housing
  • Fully Furnished Apartments for single and family occupancy
  • Affordable Rent
  • Monthly Utility Credit
  • Free Daily Shuttle
  • On-Campus Services
  • 24/7 On-site Security
  • Campus Events
  • Student Lounge
Off-campus Housing
  • Off-campus living accommodations are available within preferred neighborhoods of:
  • Atlanta
  • Bakersfield
  • Chicago
  • Los Angeles
  • Maryland
  • Miami
  • Michigan
  • New York
  • New Jersey
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Program Intakes

RUSM accepts rolling applications throughout the year. However, you must try to submit applications at least two months in advance of the desired intake.

Application Deadlines

Program Start Date

Application Deadline

Jan 13, 2025

Dec 1, 2024

May 13, 2024

Apr 1, 2024

Sept 9, 2024

July 31, 2024

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Scholarships for the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine

You can get your hands on a wide range of scholarships offered by RUSM, as listed below:

Ross Scholar Award

Eligibility:

Award: $30,000- $80,000

Medical Education Scholar Award

Eligibility:

Award: $17,000- $35,000

Community Health Leadership Award

Eligibility:

OR

Award: $7,500 - $15,000

Dean's Scholar Award

Eligibility

Award: $3,000 – $5,000

International Scholar Award

Eligibility

Award: $100,000

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