International American University College of Medicine

Vieux Fort - Saint Lucia
Abroad

General Information

The International American University College of Medicine (IAUCOM) in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia, is a private medical school established in 2003. It follows a US-modeled curriculum designed to prepare students for the USMLE and medical residency in the United States and Canada.

General Info

  • Degree Awarded: Doctor of Medicine (MD).

  • Accreditation: Chartered by the Government of Saint Lucia and accredited by CAAM-HP. It is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and recognized by ECFMG.

  • Duration: * MD Program: 4 years (divided into Basic and Clinical Sciences).

    • Combined Pre-med/MD: 5–6 years (for students coming directly from high school).

  • Instruction: English.

Campus Facilities

  • Location: Located in the southern district of Vieux Fort, near the international airport.

  • Academic Approach: Emphasizes a Case-Based Research Curriculum and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) from the first semester.

  • Facilities: The campus includes modern lecture halls, anatomy labs, a library with extensive digital resources, and a student lounge.

  • Student-Faculty Ratio: Maintains a low ratio (approx. 5:1) to ensure personalized mentorship.

Hospital & Medical Facilities

Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Basic Science Phase (Semesters 1–4): Students gain early clinical exposure at local community clinics and St. Jude Hospital in Saint Lucia.

  • Clinical Science Phase (Semesters 6–10): Rotations are conducted primarily in the United States.

    • US Clinical Campus: The university has a strong clinical presence in Baltimore, Maryland.

    • Affiliations: Rotations take place at teaching hospitals with ACGME-accredited residency programs, which is crucial for students aiming for US residency.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

  • Basic Sciences (Saint Lucia): Approximately $7,500 USD per semester (4–5 semesters).

  • Clinical Sciences (USA): Approximately $14,000 USD per semester.

  • Administrative Fees:

    • Application Fee: $100 USD.

    • Matriculation Fee: $1,000 USD (one-time).

  • Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships (e.g., the Presidential Scholarship) are available for high-achieving applicants.

    • City Details

  • Vibe: The second-largest town in Saint Lucia, offering a peaceful, less-crowded atmosphere than the northern tourist hubs.

  • Accessibility: Home to Hewanorra International Airport (UVF), making travel to the US and international clinical sites extremely easy.

  • Recreation: Proximity to Sandy Beach and scenic hiking trails provides a good balance between academic rigor and relaxation.

    • Hostel & Mess

    • Accommodation: Managed by the Enrollment Planning Office. Students typically stay in off-campus apartments in safe neighborhoods within 5–10 minutes of campus.

      • Cost: $300 – $375/month for a shared room; $450 – $550/month for a single apartment.

      • Features: Fully furnished with AC, Wi-Fi, and utilities like water and electricity (often billed separately).

    • Mess/Dining: There is no mandatory mess plan.

      • Self-Catering: All student apartments include full kitchens.

      • Local Options: There are on-campus cafeterias and several local eateries in Vieux Fort providing Caribbean and international cuisines.

    Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seats: There is no specific NRI quota. Admission is open to all based on merit. The school has a dedicated office for Indian applicants to assist with transcript evaluation and visa processing.

  • NEET Requirement: Indian students must qualify for NEET-UG to comply with National Medical Commission (NMC) regulations if they plan to return to India to practice.

  • Admission Prerequisites: Requires 90 undergraduate credit hours with specific science prerequisites (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). Students without these credits are placed in the Pre-med program.

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    Answer: Yes. Direct flights between Delhi and Tashkent operate regularly and take under 3 hours. Most universities have structured semester breaks that allow students to visit home at least once or twice a year. AMW advises students on the academic calendar and the best travel windows.

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    Our pass rate is approximately 78% compared to the national average of ~45%, because we begin structured FMGE preparation from Year 4, not after graduation.

    No. Every university we recommend offers MBBS fully in English. Basic Russian is helpful for patient interaction during clinical rotations, but the degree is completed entirely in English. Basic Russian can be learned at the University campus for free.

    Answer: All AMW partner universities in Uzbekistan offer English-medium MBBS programmes. A basic Uzbek and/or Russian language module is included in the first year to help students communicate with patients during clinical rotations — no prior knowledge of either language is required for admission.

    Total cost for MBBS in Russia (tuition + living) is approximately ₹22–38 Lakhs over 6 years, which is much cheaper than private medical colleges in India (₹65–110 Lakhs). Exact fees vary by university

    Yes, an MBBS from an NMC-approved foreign university is fully valid in India. You must clear FMGE (transitioning to NExT) to practice.

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