When choosing a medical school, multiple factors come into play. Location, admissions prerequisites/requirements, and financial obligations can steer students down a specific path. Canadian residents have the option of studying at one of the medical schools in Canada. Due to familiarity and proximity to home, these options are right around the corner for them. These students are accustomed to OSAP and StudentAid BC and know that Canadian medical schools are approved for these financial aid programs. Avalon University School of Medicine not only accepts these financial aid programs, but the professors and our diverse student body can make you feel at home when they miss it most.

Here is a quick look on how Avalon University School of Medicine compares and what we can do for YOU!

Depending on the province, Canada climate can range from mild springs, hot and humid summers, to snowy harsh winters. In Toronto, a hot spot for medical schools and surrounded by various lakes, temperatures can vary from 17°F to 78°F.

Avalon University’s campus is located on the island of Curacao and has a semi-arid climate with temperatures ranging from 76 °F to 96 °F all-year around. Constant mild eastward winds, provides a cooling ocean breeze. The island of Curacao resides in a hurricane free zone, and experiences moderate rain fall during the year.

Reference letters, a personal statement, minimum GPA, and transcripts along with an application are the similarities Avalon shares with Canadian medical schools, as part of the admissions requirements.

In addition, medical schools in Canada require an MCAT score of 124, a list of extracurriculars, and the computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics (Casper) is required. Even if these requirements are met, Canadian medical schools have only an average acceptance rate of 20%.

At Avalon, if you meet all of the admission requirements, the probability is higher of being placed in one of our interview slots. Present yourself well in the interview, and you have a strong chance of being accepted.

Avalon University works with and is approved by OSAP and StudentAid BC to provide resources needed by Canadian students to fund their education. Our staff in the Bursar’s Office works with great diligence to make sure that the steps needed for additional support is there.

Avalon University welcomes Canadian students with open arms and works hard to make students feel at home. With a simple admissions process and helpful funding options, Avalon provides a quality education and is there for you each step of the way.