Admissions

American Canadian School of Medicine (ACSOM) admission requirements are similar to medical schools in the U.S. and Canada, per Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) guidelines. The Admissions Committee evaluates applicants in a comprehensive manner to consider not only GPA and test scores, but also motivation, maturity, volunteer service, leadership ability, and knowledge of the medical field. This well-rounded evaluation ensures a prospective student has the ability to excel on the ACSOM campus.

Decision

The Faculty Admissions Committee holistically reviews each qualified application and makes all admissions decisions. The committee then informs the applicant within 30 days of the interview.

Program Prerequisites:

Bachelor degree is required. No requirement for a major as long as the required courses listed below have been taken.
One year of biology consisting of general biology or higher (example of higher level biology includes a course in anatomy, physiology, combined anatomy and physiology, microbiology, genetics, molecular biology, etc.); two semesters of general chemistry; one semester of organic chemistry; one semester of Algebra or biostatistics; one semester of physics.
For the 2023 application cycle, the MCAT exam will be optional for those who have not yet taken the exam. We will consider and accept applicants without MCAT scores. If an applicant already has a MCAT score, or has a pending MCAT score, it will be considered by the Admissions Committee. We encourage students to apply with a MCAT score of 500 and above. Once your full application and verified credentials are received, all admitted students will be considered for a partial or full tuition scholarship based on academic merits, leadership, experience, research, and volunteerism. Students who do not attain a 500 and above MCAT score criteria may still be considered for admission with a demonstrated excellence in academic performance and civic achievement.
Fluency in English.
Successful interview with ACSOM admissions staff or faculty.
Record of good conduct.

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Transfer Students

The transfer admissions process is competitive and subject to space availability.
Transfer students must meet all of the documentation requirements of a new applicant.
Official and up-to-date transcript(s) from medical school(s) attended must be provided.
Students wishing to transfer directly to the Clinical Rotation program will have a higher chance of acceptance if they have passed the U.S. Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE) Step I or edical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) and must attend a basic science course, per recommendation of the Admissions Committee.

Statement On Inclusivity

ACSOM seeks to foster a culture of diversity and equity for our patients, students, faculty and staff. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who personify excellence and feel called to service in the name of moving medicine forward.

ACSOM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. ACSOM is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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