American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUA)
Antigua, Caribbean | MD (4 Years) | English | US-Pathway Programme
Location : Carbidden
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St. John's, Antigua, Caribbean
Capital
2004
Established
Type
Private Medical School
Duration
4 years (2 yrs Antigua + 2 yrs USA clinical)
Basic Sciences Tuition/Term
~$20,335 USD
Clinical Tuition/Term
~$25,500–$32,000 USD
New York Approval
7 years — longest term available
Clinical Sites
All 50 US states + Canada
Washington, D.C.
Capital
USMLE Step 1 Pass Rate
81% (intl., first-time 2019–2023)⁺
US Residency Rate
89% (5-year avg, intl. graduates)
Accreditation
CAAM-HP (WFME), NCFMEA, ECFMG
Washington, D.C.
Capital
Medical Curriculum —— Year by Year
| Year/Phase | Focus | Key Subjects & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Basic Sci. I) | Foundational Sciences | Gross Anatomy, Embryology, Histology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Neuroscience — Antigua campus |
| Year 2 (Basic Sci. II) | Systems & Disease | Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Immunology, Behavioural Science — USMLE Step 1 preparation integrated |
| Year 3 (Clinical I) | Core Rotations (USA) | Internal Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, OB/GYN, Psychiatry — affiliated US teaching hospitals |
| Year 4 (Clinical II) | Advanced Clinical & Electives | Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Elective rotations — USMLE Step 2 CK preparation and completion |
Overview
AUA (est. 2004) is CAAM-HP accredited with standards recognised by the US Department of Education as comparable to LCME. Graduates can apply for licensure in all 50 US states, Canada, and UK. The longest available New York State approval (7 years) and recognition by California, Massachusetts, Florida, and Texas medical boards.
Why Choose Antigua?
- CAAM-HP accredited — NCFMEA standards comparable to LCME
- All 50 US states + Canada + UK licensure eligible
- US Title IV federal financial aid eligible
- 7-year New York State approval
- Recognised by California, Massachusetts, Florida, Texas
- No MCAT for international applicants
Life In Antigua
365 beaches, tropical climate, safe. ~2 years on island then US clinical rotations.
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