Canada Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University London

Schulich’s clinical training is integrated with one of Canada’s premier hospital networks:

• London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC): Includes University Hospital (focused on neurosciences and transplants) and Victoria Hospital (cancer and trauma).

• Children's Hospital (LHSC): Specialized pediatric care and research.

• St. Joseph's Health Care London: Focuses on ambulatory care, rehabilitation, and mental health.

• Windsor Campus: Affiliated with Windsor Regional Hospital and Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare.

• Distributed Education: Students can rotate through over 60 communities in Southwestern Ontario, providing exposure to rural, regional, and urban medicine.

Tuition at Schulich is consistent with other major Ontario medical schools.

• Domestic (Ontario Resident) Tuition: Approx. $25,500 – $27,000 CAD per year.

• Canadian (Non-Ontario) Residents: Approx. $28,500 – $30,000 CAD per year.

• Ancillary Fees: Approx. $1,500 CAD per year (covers transit, athletics, and health/dental plans).

• Application Fee (OMSAS): Approx. $220 CAD (base fee) + Schulich-specific fee.

• Incidental Costs: Budget $2,000 – $3,500 for first-year equipment (stethoscopes, scrubs) and digital resources.

• Vibe: Known as the "Forest City," London is a safe, mid-sized city with a strong university culture. It offers a high quality of life with affordable housing relative to Toronto.

• Transport: Excellent bus service through London Transit. Students receive a LTC bus pass as part of their fees.

• Climate: Humid continental. Snowy, cold winters and warm, humid summers.

• Safety: Very high. London is considered a family-friendly and safe environment for graduate studies.

• Graduate Residences: London Hall is a popular on-campus choice for professional students in London.

  • Cost: Approx. $1,000 – $1,400 CAD per month for suite-style living.

• MedsHousing: Schulich students often use the MedsHousing portal to find private rentals near the hospitals (LHSC or St. Joseph's).

  • Off-Campus Rent: Shared houses in the Old North or Masonville areas range from $800 – $1,200 CAD per month.

• Dining: Medical students self-cater. Campus cafeterias are available, but most students use the full kitchens provided in suites or off-campus rentals.

  • Food Budget: Approx. $450 – $650 CAD per month.

• Academic: Minimum 3 years of a 4-year degree (no specific prerequisites).

  • GPA Minimum: 3.70 (on the 4.0 scale) in each of the two best undergraduate years.

• MCAT: Mandatory. Minimums are reset annually. Competitive scores are typically 127+ in CARS and 128+ in other sections.

• CASPer Test: Mandatory for all applicants.

• Western Autobiographical Sketch (ABS): Focuses on non-academic strengths and life experiences.

• Selection: Interviews are based on academic performance and non-academic attributes.

• Interview: Uses a structured panel format (usually 3-person panels including a physician, a student, and a community member).