Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM)

Freeport, The Bahamas

MD programme based in The Bahamas with US-focused clinical rotation pathways.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is a medical school in Freeport, The Bahamas, reviewed by CAAM-HP (Provisional accreditation). The MD program runs 4 years at See the current official fee schedule. MCAT: MCAT is part of the U.S.-style application review; no universal minimum is published for the regular MD route. Clinical rotations: The Bahamas; United States.

About the School

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is a newer international medical school based in Freeport, The Bahamas, offering a four-year US-model MD programme. Pre-clinical education is delivered on the Bahamas campus, followed by clinical rotations at affiliated teaching hospitals — primarily in the United States. WAUSM was purpose-built with a focus on modern medical education infrastructure, and its MD programme currently holds CAAM-HP Provisional Accreditation. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status, tuition, and clinical rotation availability on the school's official website before applying.

Accreditation

Accrediting body: CAAM-HP

Current status: Provisional accreditation

CAAM-HP: Provisional Accreditation for two years, 2024–2026 (last updated Jul 2025).

Last verified 2026-06-26

Programs

Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Typical duration: 4 years

Tuition

WAUSM publishes tuition and financial-aid information through its official Cost of Tuition page. Applicants should use the current programme-stage schedule and keep tuition separate from fees, insurance, housing, transportation, visa costs and living expenses. A programme total should not be derived from an outdated academic catalogue.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Admissions

MCAT

MCAT is part of the U.S.-style application review; no universal minimum is published for the regular MD route

Minimum GPA

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree and premedical sciences, including biology and chemistry; applicant documentation and interview

Intake periods

January, May, September

Application deadlines

Rolling; a published example deadline was 7 September 2026

Clinical rotations

Rotation countries

The Bahamas; United States

US clinical rotations

Not reported

Canada / UK rotations

Not reported

We list named hospitals only when officially verified.

USMLE preparation & outcomes

WAUSM reports 100% first-time success on both USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 in its 2025 outcomes, with the information stated as of July 1, 2025. Because the school is relatively new, this result should be interpreted alongside the cohort size and official methodology published on the outcomes page.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Scholarships & financial aid

WAUSM offers Academic Excellence Scholarships, Bahamian scholarships and other financial-aid resources. Award values and eligibility vary by applicant and entry term. A full-tuition award should not be assumed to be universally available - applicants should consult the current scholarship criteria.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Housing & student support

WAUSM provides housing guidance for students living in Freeport, along with academic support, student-life resources and transition services. Current housing costs should be taken from the official Housing page. Third- and fourth-year students complete clerkships at affiliated hospitals in the United States and may need to relocate for that phase.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Direct flight connections

Approximate economy fares from major hubs to The Bahamas. Sample estimates - verify with airlines before booking.

From	Type	Airlines	Duration	One-way (USD)	Round-trip (USD)
Miami (MIA) USA	Direct	American, Bahamasair	1h	$100–$280	$180–$480
New York (JFK/EWR) USA	Direct	JetBlue, United, Delta	3h	$180–$420	$320–$720
Toronto (YYZ) Canada	Direct	Air Canada, WestJet	3h 30m	$240–$520	$420–$880
London (LHR) UK	Direct	British Airways	9h 30m	$420–$850	$720–$1450

Sample data last verified 2026-06-26. Fares fluctuate by season and demand.

Sources & verification

Last reviewed: 2026-06-26. If you spot an inaccuracy, let us know.

Key takeaways

Accreditation: CAAM-HP - Provisional accreditation.
Tuition: See the current official fee schedule.
MD duration: 4 years.
MCAT: MCAT is part of the U.S.-style application review; no universal minimum is published for the regular MD route.
Rotations: The Bahamas; United States.

Frequently asked questions

Where is WAUSM located?

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine is located in Freeport, The Bahamas, in the Caribbean.

What programs does WAUSM offer?

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine offers MD program. The MD program typically takes 4 years.

Is WAUSM accredited?

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine is reviewed by CAAM-HP. Current status: Provisional accreditation. CAAM-HP: Provisional Accreditation for two years, 2024–2026 (last updated Jul 2025). Prospective students should confirm current recognition on the accreditor's official website before applying.

Is the MCAT required at WAUSM?

MCAT policy: MCAT is part of the U.S.-style application review; no universal minimum is published for the regular MD route. Applicants should verify the latest admissions requirements directly with the school.

Does WAUSM offer US clinical rotations?

US clinical rotations are not reported as a routine track at Western Atlantic University School of Medicine. Clinical training is typically completed in The Bahamas; United States.

What does tuition cost at WAUSM?

Tuition: See the current official fee schedule. Verify the current fee schedule on the official school website - figures change by intake and program stage.

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