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Medical University of the Americas (MUA) takes a holistic approach to admissions, aiming to identify students with the potential to succeed both academically and in their future careers as physicians.

If you’re passionate about medicine, dedicated to helping others, and possess a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply.

Watch this video to hear from our alum, Dr. Suraj Tandon, as he shares his journey through medical school to becoming a specialist in Internal and Palliative Medicine.

Review Requirements

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Create an account on our online app portal to start your application. Save your progress and come back at any time to edit and submit your application. Missing documents? Submit your application and send us your supporting documents as you receive them.

If you’ve already submitted an application through one of the following application services, you can upload your common application to apply:

American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS)
American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS)
Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service (TMDSAS)
Ontario Medical Schools Application Service (OMSAS)

Prerequsite Coursework

General Biology
General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
English

Supporting Documents

Further Requirements

Funding Options for Your MD

We accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. Classes begin in January, May and September. If you already have a medical school application through AMCAS, AACOMAS, TMDSAS or OMSAS, upload a copy via our common application form.

Canadian Financial Aid

Canadian students in the MD program may be eligible for government loans through their province of residence (excluding ON, BC and NL).

U.S. Financial Aid

Students from the United States are eligible for Title IV student loan funding through the U.S. Department of Education.

Scholarships for Students

MD program students are eligible for up to $32,500 USD/CAD in grants and scholarships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a minimum MCAT score or GPA requirement?

When is the application deadline?

Can I apply to Medical University of the Americas with AMCAS?

Step Into Your Future as a Physician

Start by reviewing our MD program admission requirements to see if you are eligible to apply. Gather your supporting documents.

Create/login to an account. You can save your application and continue where you left off. Apply today!

Upload your documents as they become available e.g. transcripts.*

*Unofficial documents are acceptable for the initial admission review. Official transcripts will be required for final admissions.

MUA accepts applications year-round. Decisions are released online, and you'll receive email updates on your application status.

Personalized Application Process

1 academic year with lab.

1 year of college-level English literature or composition.

1 academic year with lab.

Transcripts
Two Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement
Official MCAT Score

From each College, University and/or professional school attended

500 words max.

Required for all applicants who are citizens, nationals or permanent residents of the U.S.

English Proficiency

Since English is the language of instruction at MUA, applicants whose principal language is not English may be required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

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96%

93%

5:1

USMLE Step 1 first-time pass rate (2024).^*

USMLE Step 2 CK first-time pass rate (2024).^**

Three-year residency placement rate.^***

Benefit from our 5:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

*First-time pass rate defined as total number of students passing the USMLE Step 1 on their first attempt divided by the total number of students taking USMLE Step 1 for the first time during the calendar year 2024. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 1 exam, the student must successfully complete the Basic Science curriculum and such other prerequisites as the school may establish at its discretion.

**First-time pass rate defined as total number of students passing the USMLE Step 2 CK on their first attempt divided by the total number of students taking USMLE Step 2 CK for the first time between the calendar year 2024. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 2 CK exam, the student must successfully complete the Clinical Medicine curriculum and such other prerequisites as the school may establish at its discretion.

***93% Three-Year Residency Placement Rate is the percentage of students attaining a residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 who were active applicants in the NRMP match or attained a residency outside the NRMP match.

What Makes MUA Different?

Canadians Pay in Canadian Dollars

Canadian students can pay MD program tuition and fees in Canadian currency (CAD).