Atlantic University School of Medicine

- Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia
Abroad

General Information

The Atlantic University School of Medicine (AUSOM) was an offshore medical school located in Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia.

Critical Status Update (2025/2026): According to the World Directory of Medical Schools and the ECFMG, Atlantic University School of Medicine is NOT currently operational. It officially ceased its operations in Saint Lucia in August 2017 and closed its final branch in Antigua in December 2017.

The information below is provided for historical and archival purposes for former students or for those verifying academic credentials.

General Info

  • Established: 2010.

  • Closed: December 2017.

  • Degree Awarded: Doctor of Medicine (MD).

  • Accreditation History: The school was chartered by the Government of Saint Lucia. However, it faced significant challenges regarding accreditation from the CAAM-HP (the regional accrediting body), which eventually led to its relocation and closure.

  • ECFMG Note: For graduates of the school, ECFMG certification eligibility is generally restricted to those who graduated during the years the school was listed as active and in good standing (2010–2017).

Campus Facilities

  • Location: Historically located at Rodney Bay, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.

  • Campus Setting: The school occupied a portion of the Saint Lucia National Neurological and Mental Health Wellness Centre.

  • Facilities: At its peak, the campus included basic science laboratories for anatomy and pathology, lecture halls equipped with audio-visual technology, and student study areas.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Pre-Clinical Phase: The first 5 semesters (Basic Sciences) were conducted on the island of Saint Lucia.

  • Clinical Phase: 72 weeks of clinical clerkships were required.

  • Clinical Sites: AUSOM established affiliations with several teaching hospitals in the United States (primarily in states like Illinois and Louisiana) and the United Kingdom to allow students to prepare for the USMLE and PLAB exams.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Note: These figures reflect the last published tuition rates before the school's closure and are no longer valid for new enrollments.

    • Basic Sciences: Approximately $5,500 – $6,000 USD per semester.

    • Clinical Sciences: Approximately $7,500 – $9,000 USD per semester (higher for US-based rotations).

    • Application Fee: $100 USD.

    City Details

    • Vibe: Rodney Bay is the "social heart" of Saint Lucia, known for its nightlife, luxury hotels, and the famous Reduit Beach.

    • Safety: Considered a safe area for international students, with high visibility of local security and police.

    • Environment: The area provided a high standard of living with access to modern supermarkets, gyms, and reliable internet—essential for medical students.

    Hostel & Mess

    • Accommodation: The university did not have on-campus dormitories. Students were required to find off-campus housing in the Rodney Bay area.

    • Living Costs: Rodney Bay is a tourist-centric area; rent for student apartments typically ranged from $500 to $850 USD per month.

    • Mess/Dining: There was no centralized mess plan. Students typically cooked for themselves or utilized the wide variety of restaurants and fast-food outlets in the Rodney Bay Marina and shopping malls.

    Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seats: There was no specific NRI quota; admission was based on pre-medical science credits and GPA.

  • NEET Requirement: Indian students who attended were required to be NEET-qualified to ensure their degree was recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) in India.

  • Current Active Alternatives in Saint Lucia: Since AUSOM is closed, students looking for active, accredited programs in Saint Lucia typically consider:

    • International American University (IAU) (Vieux Fort)

    • Spartan Health Sciences University (Vieux Fort)

    • Commonwealth University College of Medicine (Gros Islet)

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