XAVIER UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
About Xavier University School of Medicine – Aruba
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avier University School of Medicine is chartered by the government of Aruba and authorized by the Ministry of Education of Aruba to issue the degree of Doctor of Medicine. Located in Aruba’s capital city of Oranjestad, the XUSOM campus provides a safe and secure atmosphere that can be easily reached by flights from major cities across the United States. It also offers a sense of serenity that allows students from all over the world to relax and concentrate on their studies. A key benefit in attending XUSOM is that students are guaranteed clinical rotations in United States. Additionally, we offer ample opportunities to complete elective rotations in various disciplines at a growing number of locations throughout the United States. After students complete 16 months of basic medical sciences in Aruba, they move on to clinical rotations in the United States. A four-semester pre-medical education track is also available. Xavier’s pre-clinical and medical courses are taught by distinguished doctors from United States, and its new administrative teams effectively lead educators throughout their professional careers with the highest of standards. Cost is of course a primary concern for students who wish to pursue medical studies. While the average tuition cost of attending a four-year medical school in the Unites States can be reached $200,000, the tuition cost at XUSOM for a comparable education is approximately $80,000.
Fast Facts – Xavier University School of Medicine – Aruba Recognized by: WHO, ECFMG, USMLE, IMED, The Ministry of Education of Aruba Directed by: A five-member Board of Trustees and a 2-member Advisory Board Teaching Faculty: MD, PhD, PsyD, MBBS Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 10-1 Campus Location: Oranjestad, Aruba, Netherland (Dutch) Antilles North American Representative Office: Westbury, New York, USA Clinical Rotations: Contracted hospital throughout the United States Curriculum: U.S.-based, weighted with USMLE-style questions 1
Thank You for Your Interest in XUSOM – Aruba
Chancellor’s Message Dear Prospective Student, Physicians have an awesome responsibility to preserve people’s health and to care for sick and injured. Education is a lifelong process, which begins in medical school and continues for the rest of your life. Xavier University School of Medicine prepares you for that journey by teaching you the basic scientific facts, imparting clinical acumen, and instilling values that are essential to having a successful career as a physician. Xavier’s faculty is comprised of physicians and teachers who share our mission and values. All the board members of our University are distinguished professionals in the United States who are committed to providing a quality education at an affordable cost. We all look forward to welcoming you to the beautiful island of Aruba, where Xavier fosters an atmosphere conducive to learning and professional growth. Thank you for your interest. Sincerely,
J.G. Bhat, M.D. Chancellor
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Thank You for Your Interest in XUSOM – Aruba
President’s Message Dear Applicant, The administration at Xavier University School of Medicine is happy to provide you with detailed information about the accessible and affordable medical education that we offer students from around the world. We offer a comprehensive and an accredited quality medical education geared towards licensure in the United States. Our graduates go on to practice medicine around the world, fulfilling the important societal function that doctors serve to humanity. The medical school faculty, which is committed to teaching both the science and the art of medicine, teaches a newly designed and evolving curriculum that challenges and immerses students in all aspects of medicine. Instead of focusing on large-classroom lectures, the new curriculum emphasizes small-group learning and greater interaction among students and faculty. In order to make the learning experience all-inclusive, Xavier provides experimental learning through simulation didactics, patient-doctor relationship exploration, and laboratories. All of our students are provided Kaplan USMLE review to help ensure success at USMLE Step 1. They complete their clinical clerkships at affiliated hospitals in the United States. With a student body selected from a wide variety of diverse cultures and backgrounds, XUSOM assures you a rich mix of experiences. We at Xavier are proud of our traditions and excited about the future of our institution. We hope you will join in creating our new traditions. If we can provide you with any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact our Admissions Department. My best wishes as your pursue your career in medicine.
Ravishankar Bhooplapur President
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Vice President of Academic Affairs Message
Dear Prospective Student, You have selected a most demanding career path. The formal study of medicine dictates a mature dedication to excellence and a lifelong commitment to the continuous pursuit of the rapidly advancing science of human health. Thus your formal education is essentially never ending. By selecting the Xavier University School of Medicine on the island of Aruba, you choose the proper environment to accomplish a rigorous task of mastering basic medical sciences. Being away from your former association and possible distractions, you can indeed focus on the coursework necessary and in a short sixteen months be prepared to be assigned to the United States and redirect your focus toward clinical medicine in quality hospitals throughout the United States. This decision will be financially practical, academically excellent and personally rewarding. I look forward to your success as you begin the esteemed career of Doctor of Medicine. Academically talented high school graduates have taken advantage of the pre-medical curriculum offered on the Xavier Campus in Aruba. They identified a course of study that could reduce the usual eight year medical quest for the MD degree to as few as five and one half years. This pathway is definitely a demanding one, both in time and personal effort, but brings with it the ability to consolidate one’s study time as well as reduce the financial demands of tuition, housing and maintenance costs that accompany the saved two and one half years in the standard paced curriculum. Respectfully,
Benjamin L. Stalnaker, M.D. Vice President of Academic Affairs
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About Aruba & the Capital City of Oranjestad The beautiful island of Aruba is amongst the most southern of the Caribbean Islands in the Lesser Antilles. As a Constituent Country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Aruba is governed by a parliament and a cabinet. Renowned for its white sandy beaches on the western and southern coasts, Aruba enjoys a sunny climate, making it a year-round tropical paradise for students and visitors alike. The average temperature is 82F, and rainfall is moderate. (Aruba is located outside the Caribbean hurricane belt.) The road system and public transportation make getting around the island easy. Aruba’s population of 1,20,000 inhabitants is composed of a broad international mixture of well-educated people with a pleasant, friendly nature and a zest for life. Its strong economy, excellent living conditions and prime weather make it the ideal location to study medicine. Xavier University School of Medicine is located in the capital city of Oranjestad, where traditional, airy shopping malls mix with the bustling energy of government and commercial buildings. Along the wharf, merchants sell fresh fish and produce off their boats. Depending on the time of year, you can find yourself in the middle of a carnival, a summer time festival or the New Year Celebration.
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Instead of focusing on large classroom lectures, the new syllabus emphasizes small group learning and greater interaction among students and faculty
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Admission Requirements Admission
Pre-Medical MD Program Prerequisites
Candidates who pursue our basic four-semester pre-medical science curriculum must attend prescribed courses before transitioning into the MD program. To ensure a successful academic transition at XUSOM, the following high school courses must be completed according to an official high school transcript: English, Social Studies, Math, Science, as well as additional subjects. The following requirements must be met: • GPA:>3.0 • Tofel:>231(Outside the US)
MD Program Prerequisites
• High School Diploma • IELETS:>6.0
• SAT:>1600
Applicants for the four-year MD program are required to finish at least two academic years and 90 credit hours of undergraduate studies including the following subjects: • English (6 credit hours) • Physics (8 credit hours) • Organic Chemistry (8 credit hours) • General Chemistry (8 credit hours) • Biology (8 credit hours) • Mathematics (8 credit hours)
Admissions and Selection Process
Xavier University School of Medicine welcomes students from around the world who are passionate about and committed to beginning a career in medicine. In order to begin your journey, several items are required to activate your application. Note: Students from outside the United States or Canada MUST submit a course-by-course description in an Official Transcript or WES(World Education Services evaluation. An applicant must first submit: • Official Application (obtainable online) • A $49 US, Non-Refundable Application Fee (Payable To Xavier Admissions Aruba) • Current Resume/CV • 2 Passport Photos
STEP 1
• Official (English translated) Transcripts from all higher education institutions • At least two letters of Recommendation (from all doctors, professors, professional contacts) • Personal Statement
Once all of the above items have been received and the application is complete, the Admissions Committee evaluates applications. The admissions department then schedules an interview with appropriate candidates. XUSOM reserves the rights to change entry requirements, admission policies and application procedures at any time without prior notice. Subsequent to the interview, applicants will be notified within 15 business days of the committee’s decision. Once an applicant has received an acceptance letter, he or she must respond to the offer of candidacy and submit a $1,000 nonrefundable seat deposit to secure a position in the entering class. Students must pay this fee no later than 1 month from the date of receiving their acceptance letter. The seat deposit is applied toward the student’s first semester tuition.
STEP II
An accepted applicant must then submit: • Six passport-sized photos • Original or True Copy of Birth Certificate Notarized and Apostilled • Original Police background check, Notarized and Apostilled
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• Copy of valid passport (including all pages) • Copy of Drivers License or Photo ID • Immigration Fee (varies by country)
XUSOM Transfer Requirements
Admission Requirements Admission
Candidates wishing to transfer from other institutions of higher education are encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to space availability. Upon receipt and review of official Transcripts from formerly attended institutions, the Admissions Committee decides which courses to credit. Courses taken more than eight years prior to the application will be considered at the discretion of the review committee unless the candidate obtained a Bachelors degree. The committee also has the discretion to accept students who transfer from complementary medical school programs. Transfer credits for MD Program classes will be given only for classes passed successfully at IMED-listed MD programs. All transfer credit classes must be completed within seven years from date of graduation from XUSOM.
Housing and Student Services
XUSOM offers to place students at several contracted privately-owned residential apartment facilities and privatelyowned homes for rental. All are within walking distance from the school’s campus, and most come fully furnished. They provide secure parking facilies for students who wish to rent a car. A housing agreement must be signed by the student prior to beginning of semester. Rents range from $650-$1,200 dollars a month, depending on amenities.
Faculty Advisors
Moving to and living in a foreign country can be difficult and challenging. XUSOM attends to its students needs by assigning each new medical student a faculty advisor. Students are encouraged to develop a professional relationship with their advisors, who can recommend appropriate action regarding grades as well as any other academic or personal issues.
Immigration Policies and Procedures
All students entering Aruba must have a valid passport from their home country. The Aruban government requires that all adults entering the country for more than four weeks* must have a Resident or Student Permit Visa. For your Visa application all required immigration documents and fees must be submitted to the Admissions department prior to your departure to Aruba. This must be done at least two months before you leave for Aruba, to insure that you receive your Student Permit Visa before your departure. For non U.S. and Canadian citizens or permanent residents additional documents and fees may be required. All documents must be apostile by the Department of Foreign affairs in your country and submitted to the Dutch Consulate. For clinical medicine if you are not a U.S. citizen, it is necessary to submit a copy of your passport from your country of origin, a permanent resident card or a U.S. travel document. Failure to comply with these requirements may jeopardize your ability to enter the U.S. to complete your clinical rotations and more importantly, your citizenship status.
Technology and Library Services
In XUSOM’s state of the art library system our students have access to more than 700 medical publications and over 2,800 current medical texts, all of which are available through the school’s new electronic network. Additionally, XUSOM has upgraded a new computer-based teaching system in every classroom which includes LCD projector screens as well as wireless Internet access throughout the campus. All students are provided with a school e-mail account, which is the main communication link among students, faculty and the administration. Finally, as part of XUSOM’s continuing upgrades, in the near future students will be able to access all lectures, class schedules and lecture notes online. *subject to change
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Pre-Medical Curriculum
Course Description 5 1/2 Year M.D. Program
This rewarding program provides four semesters of focused pre-medical studies to fully prepare students for their preclinical studies at Xavier University School of Medicine. Typical high school graduates tend to be prepared for residency before the age of 23. Most of our 5 1/2 Year Program students save time by not having to secure their position as a medical student with a bachelors or masters degree.
PREMEDICAL SCHEDULE Pre-Med 1: 21 Credit Hours Total General Biology I General Chemistry I Pre-Calculus English I
Pre-Med 2: 22 Credit Hours Total Biology II General Chemistry II Calculus English II
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Pre-Med 3: 23 Credit Hours Total
Physics I 6 Psychology 5 Organic Chemistry I 6 Introduction to Histology and Cell Biology 6
Pre-Med 4: 24 Credit Hours Total Physics II Ethics Medical Terminology Organic Chemistry II Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
6 3 3 6 6
Total Hours
90
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Pre-Medical Curriculum Course Description
General Biology I introduces fundamental concepts in biology, including cell structures and functions, metabolism, molecular and organism genetics, and animal development and function. General Chemistry I introduces fundamental concepts of general chemistry, including atomic theory, chemical composition, thermo-chemistry, gases, bonding, solids, liquids, and solutions.
Pre-Calculus is an introductory course that reviews the basic properties of logarithms and exponents. The exponential function and derivatives for simple functions are also introduces. English I provides a systematic and practical introduction to the techniques of effective college English skills. A review of grammar and syntax is included, and students build the skills necessary to write papers effectively.
Pre-Med II
Biology II continues covering concepts in biological sciences, including physiology and environmental population concepts.
Chemistry II offers further study of important concepts, theories, and laws in inorganic and organic chemistry that provide an understanding of physical and biological processes.
Calculus is a second-semester calculus course with emphasis on application. It covers optimization of functions with two or more variables, various integration techniques, and differential equations. English II is a second-semester course that addresses various means of improving effective communication through critical thinking, careful writing, and the understanding of purpose as a writer.
Pre-Med III
General Physics I introduces fundamental concepts in physics, including mechanics, properties of matter, thermodynamics, heat, and wave motion. It is aimed specifically toward the medical sciences.
General Psychology is an introductory class that explores the science of behavior, focusing on the individual as an adapting biological system. Topics include methodology, physiology, and perception. Organic Chemistry introduces the structure, nomenclature, properties, and reactions of carbon compounds, hydrocarbons, nonfunctional and polyfunctional compounds, with an emphasis on structure.
Intro to Histology focuses on the understanding microanatomy of the human body. It emphasizes the characteristics of the basic tissue types that form organ systems and how they function.
Pre-Med IV
General Physics II continues the study of fundamental concepts in physics. This mathematical course is designed for the medical professional.
Ethics examines a selection of moral issues in contemporary society. Topics include biomedical ethics, environmental quality, philosophical foundations, and sexuality. Medical Terminology offers an introduction to medical terms through an analysis of their construction (including, prefix, suffix, roots, abbreviations) and their appropriate medical usage. Organic Chemistry II continues the study of organic chemistry, providing introduction to lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and spectroscopy as they relate to clinical medicine. Introduction to Anatomy focuses on the structures and functions of the body’s various systems. Additionally, functional disease pathologies, biochemical systems, and anatomical kinetics are studied.
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MD Curriculum Overview
Xavier University School of Medicine - Aruba offers four year MD program and five and half year pre-medical-MD program. The curriculum is based on U.S. medical education standards to ensure a successful academic career and to correlate with licensure guidelines
4 YEAR M.D. PROGRAM XUSOM’s accelerated program provides four academic years of medical education that satisfy the total number of hours required as well as clinical exposure. Twenty months of pre-clinical courses in biomedical sciences are combined with Clinical Board Series, utilizing patient and physician educators to maximize the experience for each student. This is followed by 72 weeks of clinical opportunities in core and elective clerkships, as well as clinical research. The curriculum has sufficient flexibility for students to pursue extensive research and advanced degrees, participate in special tracks, and explore other avenues of professional growth. The 4-Year MD Program Credit Hours MD1 Gross and Developmental Anatomy I 9 Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine 4 Histology and Cell Biology 6 Introduction to Info Medicine 3 Physiology I 5 MD2 Gross and Developmental Anatomy II 9 Neurosciences 9 Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine 10 Physiology II 5 MD3 Microbiology / Immunology 10 Medical Psychology and Ethics 10 Pathology I 10 MD4 Pharmacology 12 Pathology II 10 Physical Diagnosis 8 MD5 Introduction to Clinical Medicine and Getting into Residency 8 USMLE / Board Review 10 TOTAL 138 Core Primary Care Rotations (48 Weeks) Weeks Family Practice 6 Pediatrics 6 Obstetrics and Gynecology 6 Psychiatry 6 Internal Medicine 12 Surgery 12 Elective Rotations (24 weeks) Senior Student’s Choice 24 Total 72 11
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Course Description Basic Science (MD1)
Gross and Developmental Anatomy I is a detailed study of the structure and function of the body. It provides the morphological setting upon which clinical knowledge and experiences are built. We approach anatomy from gross structural, developmental, cross-sectional and radiological perspectives, so the students will use the knowledge acquired to recognize the normal variations, and able to differentiate abnormalities commonly encountered in medical practice. Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine is divided into two parts. The first describe the basic principles of medical statistics, and the second will examine the principles of epidemiology and the application of the basic statistical principles to the epidemiological landscape. Histology and Cell Biology provides a complete understanding of structural organization of cell, tissues, and organ systems. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between structure and function. Students will directly observe micro-anatomical structures in the lab and begin using their knowledge of normal structures in clinical problem solving. Introduction to Info Medicine The modern physician must remain well versed with the recent advances in medicine and incorporate that knowledge into their practice. In the initial phase of this course, the medical students will be taught the different methods and tools available for scientific literature search and also how to evaluate research papers and to extract relevant information from them. They will also be taught various topics related to doctorphysician relationship and patient care as well as the core concepts of basic sciences courses that they will take during medical school. Physiology I is designed to provide the students with the knowledge of the functioning of the different systems of the body, the regulation process that exert control on those systems, the interrelation of those systems both within themselves and among themselves and the clinical implications of the physiologic workings of the body. It will cover a review of the cellular basis of medical physiology. Then it will cover the functioning of excitable membranes, nerve transmission, muscles contraction, the heart and the circulation, respiration physiology, kidney physiology, physiology of the blood, gastrointestinal tract, physiology of the endocrine system, thermal regulation and physiology of the skin, nutrition, the special senses (sight, hearing, taste and smell) and special physiology (sport physiology, and physiology of diving and high altitude flying).
Basic Science (MD2)
Gross and Developmental Anatomy II is a continuation of Gross and Developmental Anatomy I. Neuroscience addresses the biology of the nervous system and its relationship to behavior and disease. Students cover neuronal structure and function, communication at the synapse, the gross organization of the brain and spinal cord, sensory processing, motor responses and higher function, and cognition. Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine presents the basic information necessary to understand the underlying biochemical, molecular and genetic basis of medicine. The course will be divided into biochemistry, molecular biology and medical genetics. The biochemistry section is a detailed study of the structures and functions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and other important biomolecules. Lectures cover important topics such as structurefunction relationships in molecular disease, enzyme characteristics and kinetics, bioenergetics, metabolism and metabolic interrelationships of important biomolecules, the molecular basis of metabolic diseases, the biochemistry of hormones and cell signaling, biochemical principles in nutrition, and molecular biology. In lab activities, students learn about basic tests and procedures used in general practice, including pregnancy test, urine reagent strips and tablets for the detection of glucose and ketonic bodies, glucometers for monitoring diabetic patients, and DNA studies. 12
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MD Curriculum Course Description
Physiology II is designed to provide the students with the knowledge of the functioning of the different systems of the body, the regulations process that exert control on those systems, the interrelation of those systems both within themselves and among themselves and the clinical implications of the physiologic workings of the body. It will cover a review of the cellular basis of medical physiology. Then it will cover the functioning of excitable membranes, nerve transmission, muscle contraction, the heart and the circulation, respiration physiology, kidney physiology, physiology of the blood, gastrointestinal tract, physiology of the endocrine system, thermal regulation and physiology of the skin, nutrition, the special senses (sight, hearing, taste and smell), and special physiology (sports physiology, and physiology of diving and high altitude flying). Basic Science (MD 3) Microbiology / Immunology Microbiology demonstrates the pathologenic microorganism processes that are necessary for mastering the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human infectious disease. Immunology instructs students about the role of the immune system in various human disease including cancer, autoimmune disease, infectious disease allergies, and immunodeficiency. Students actively research topics to understand clinical immunology as it relates to the study and processes of disease. Medical Psychology and Ethics will offer a description of the major psychiatric diagnoses. In addition, information regarding the disorders: prevalence, treatment, course, and when possible, etiology will be offered. Ethical concerns regarding therapy and treatment, competency, and legal issues will be included. Medical Ethics addresses central questions of physical behavior towards patient care by addressing fundamental philosophical concepts such as right and wrong, morality in patient care, and variations in systems of belief. The course will address the technological advances that may undermine ethical arguments and present ethical dilemmas that emerge as a result of technology as well as the problems in delivery of patient care limited by status, access, or knowledge. We will also address obligatory medical practices and those that are prohibited. Pathology I is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the etiology and the pathogenetic mechanisms of disease, including the diagnostic and prognostic significance of gross and microscopic changes. Basic Science (MD 4) Pharmacology instructs students as to the principles, language, and classes of therapeutic agents. Students gain an understanding of distribution, metabolism, excretion, and the mechanisms by which drugs produce thematic effects. Pathology II is a detailed study of the diseases that develop in the human body. Students learn about the morphological changes that occur in different tissues, organs, and systems in various diseases. They also learn about the functional changes that develop as a result of the morphological changes in different organs and correlate with the clinical features. This course will involve student participation in formal lecture presentations including high yield USMLE information of Pathology 2 topics, clinic-pathological conferences, discussions, and regular quizzes. Physical Diagnosis initiates students to the process of interviewing, taking patient histories, and using routine physical examination techniques. Students learn how to document their findings in a manner consistent with current legal and ethical expectations and are exposed to healthy and non-healthy patients during this time. MD 5 Semester Upon successful completion of Basic Medical Science, students transfer to our U.S. affiliate center to complete their MD V requirements and prepare for their Clinical Clerkship. During this time, students attend classes at our facility which include: Introduction to Clinical Medicine Getting into Residency USMLE (Step 1) Review Course Note: Our USMLE (Step 1) Review Course, offered by Kaplan testing agencies, prepares students not only for the exam but for a smooth transition into Clinical Medicine in the United States. Students gain valuable knowledge during this time and a clear comprehension of the healthcare system and postgraduate medical training in the U.S.
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MD Curriculum
Clinical Sciences (United States) Clinical Sciences (United States):
Clinical Sciences are the second half of studies for medical students, working directly with licensed physicians and learning the procedures of working with a patient. We are proud to have secured the greatest number of the most sought-after clinical rotations in the United States for our students. At Xavier, we also ensure that our students have an option of performing all clinical rotations within a single city and with the option of not having any time off, you can complete all 72 weeks consecutively. This greatly differentiates Xavier from other International Medical Schools, where students are required to move from state-to-state with multiple weeks in between in order to complete their clinical rotations, increasing both time and moving expenses.
CORES
Students become directly involved in the care and study of patients. Third year students rotate through the following clerkships: Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Family Practice, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry. 12 Weeks of Internal Medicine 6 Weeks of Ob/Gyn 12 Weeks of General Surgery 6 Weeks Pediatrics 6 Weeks of Family Practice 6 Weeks Psychiatry
Elective Rotations
Xavier’s 4th year medical student (MS IV; have completed at least 48 weeks of clinical) may select from a variety of elective rotations. Although Xavier students are highly encouraged to deliver XUSOM’s Primary Care mission, the ultimate decision as to rotate in specific electives are up to each individual student. MS IV’s must now focus and decide on a residency of their choice and plan accordingly for their future careers as proud Xavier graduates. MEDICINE NEURO-PSYCHIATRY PEDIATRICS Cardiology Neurology Neonatology Pulmonology Psychiatry Cardiology Endocrinology Pulmonary Diseases Infectious Diseases SUB-DISCIPLINES Infectious Diseases Nephrology Radiology Hematology/Oncology Hematology/Oncology Anesthesiology Rheumatology Family Practice Immunology Research Gastroenterology Emergency Medicine Dermatology Oncology
SURGERY General Surgery Obstetrics Gynecology Orthopedic Surgery Ophthalmology Otolaryngology Urology Neurosurgery Plastic Surgery Cardiothoracic Surgery Vascular Surgery Surgical Oncology Pediatric Surgery
XUSOM Department of International Medical Affairs and Licensure: At Xavier, we feel not only obligated to teach medical education to our students, but also instruct and advise them on their smooth transition and incorporation into United States Medical System and continuance of their post-graduate medical education in the United States. There are certain precautionary steps that need to be taken in order to better prepare for licensure by laws that pertain to international medical graduates. Our department of International Medical Affairs and Licensure assists and supports our students with their future medical licensure in mind. We appropriately plan ahead and utilize accredited rotation programs and attending physicians. This is the Xavier difference. 14
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North American Students only
Tuition Financial Payment Plans
To help you afford the premium education doctors need, Xavier University School of Medicine offers a rapidly expanding variety of financial options including loans, scholarships, and payment plans. Our Finance Department is available to help you to bridge the gap between the costs of medical school and your financial abilities. More and more students are choosing our payment plan option, which is not a loan and thus involves no interest charges.
Tuition and Fees (North American Students Only)
Each student is responsible for the timely payment of tuition and associated fees. Payment may be by personal check, money order or credit card, 30 days prior to the beginning of each semester. Students are billed at least 45 days prior to the start of the semester.
Pre-Medical Program (4 Semesters) • 15 Weeks Per Semester • $4,500 US per Semester
Basic Medical Science (4 Semester) • 15 Weeks Per Semester • $6,500 US Per Semester
Basic Medical Science (5th Semester) (1 Semester) • 15 Weeks in the United States • $7,700 US Per Semester
MD Clinical Science Programs (6 Semesters) • 12 Weeks Per Semester • $7,700 US Per Semester
Per Credit Hour Tuition • Pre-Med • Basic Science
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Registration Fee Malpractice Insurance Wire Transfer Fee Late Tuition Fee Immigration Fee Books Cost of living per month Application Fee Health Insurance
$250.00 US up to 11 Credit Hours $350.00 US up to 11 Credit Hours $700.00 US one-time fee, prior to incoming semester $1,200.00 US per Clinical year $50.00 US $500.00 US TBD $600.00 US (approximately) $650.00 to $1200.00 US (approximately) $49.00 US $350.00 Per Semester
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International Students only
Tuition Tuition Xavier University School of Medicine offers a world-class medical education with costs far lower than seen at the continental U.S. medical schools. Application* 49 Non-refundable deposit* 5,000 Registration* 700 Initial expenses subtotal 5,749**DUE UPON ACCEPTANCE** Per Semester
Total
Pre-Medical Program
6,500
26,000
4 semesters
5th Semester & 72 weeks of Clinicals
8,471
59,297
7 semesters
Basic Sciences Program Graduation Fees
6,500
26,000
750
750
*Malpractice Insurance
1,200
Books
600 per semester (average)
Housing
4 semesters
1,200 Prior to beginning Clinicals per year
appx 650-1200 per month - Depending on type of housing / Shared Housing
*NON-REFUNDABLE FEES ***All fees due prior to beginning the program. Board of Trustees may change the fees with prior notice. After the last day of withdrawals no refunds will be made. Payment will be accepted by certified checks, Credit Cards, Bank Checks, Checks. NO CASH will be accepted. Health Insurance and Immigration* All fees must be payable to “Xavier Admissions Aruba LLC�
*fees based on country of origin
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In XUSOM’s state of the art library system, our students have access to more than 700 medical publications and over 2,800 current medical texts, all of which are available through the school’s new electronic network
XUSOM’s accelerated program provides four academic years of medical education that satisfy the total number of hours required as well as clinical exposure.
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Xavier University School of Medicine - Aruba takes pride in hosting the White Coat Ceremony and Presentation of Awards
Honorable Minister of Health, Richard Visser presenting a student with an award
Tomorrow’s doctors proudly receive their diplomas on Graduation Day 18
At Xavier University School of Medicine – Aruba, we are proud of our traditions
and excited about your future.
ARUBA CAMPUS Santa Helenastraat # 23 Oranjestad, Aruba, Dutch Caribbean Tel: 011-297-588-7766, Fax: 011-297-588-7051 NORTH AMERICAN REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE 1400 Old Country Road, Ste. C-109 Westbury, New York 11590 USA Tel: 1-516-333-2224, Fax: 1-516-333-8151 Visit us at www.xusom.com