Admissions Requirements
Do you believe you have what it takes to become a doctor? If your answer is “yes,” then you have already taken a major step toward fulfilling the admission requirements.
Admissions
Explore admissions, including the application schedule and review process.
MUA has built its reputation as a medical school through a careful admissions process that looks at each applicant individually. We want to know as much about you, the person—why you are considering medical school and what you hope to bring to the practice of medicine—as we do about your GPA and performance on standardized tests.
Application Schedule
MUA operates on a year-round, three-term schedule, and new students can choose to begin their medical studies at any of three times during the year: September, January, or May. For that reason, we accept applications throughout the year.
Review Process
Once all admissions documents are received your application will be submitted to the Admissions Committee for initial review. Within a week’s time an interview may be requested by the Committee, if applicable.
Interviews are typically 30 minutes to one hour in length and will cover a variety of topics, including your desire to become a physician, your academic preparation for medical school, your clinical experience and your knowledge of our program. This interview is your opportunity to introduce yourself to one or more Admission Committee members and have any of your questions answered in return. Once the interview is complete, you will receive the Admissions Committee decision within 3-5 days business days.
How to Apply
MUA accepts applications at any time during the year. First semester classes begin in September, January and May.
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Tuition and Fees
MUA's cost-effective tuition enables students to complete their education with far less indebtedness.
Financial Aid
Students attending Medical University of the Americas can take advantage of a range of public and private options to help finance their medical education.
Scholarships
MUA has a number of scholarships available for U.S. and Canadian applicants. Find out more by visiting our scholarships page.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Fill out your online application
- Upload Unofficial or Official Transcripts
- Upload your Letter of Intent
- Upload your Letters of Recommendation
- E-sign your application
*** Note that candidates may, with prior approval by the Admissions Office, submit their unofficial transcripts for review prior to formal application submission. This unofficial review is to determine if baseline requirements for formal committee review have been met. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information with the online application.
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is required for all applicants who are U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents
If using the MCAT (THx) system, please use the school name. More information about the MCAT is available at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) website. Applicants can send MUA the MCAT exam scores through the online THx system as soon as they are available at the AAMC.
Check out the upcoming test dates here.
Upon submission of your online application, a preliminary review is conducted by the Admissions Committee. If the contents meet key standards, you will be contacted by the Admissions Office to schedule an interview. Applications are reviewed within 5 days of receipt. In the event an interview is granted, candidates are notified within 7 days of application submission.
The purpose of the Interview is to be able to explore more thoroughly the applicant’s presentation of their credentials. The interview also enables the University to gauge more about the candidate’s personality and for the candidate to learn more about MUA. This is an opportunity for the candidate to advocate for their credentials and address any items within their application which the student would like to elaborate. The interview lasts between 30 and 60 minutes.
Upon completion of the Interview, the interviewer compiles a synopsis of the interview and forwards it to the Admissions Committee for review. During the review, the Admissions Committee may ask for clarification or follow up questions. In the event the Committee has additional questions, your interviewer will contact you. Upon final review of application, the Committee renders their decision and the candidate is contacted via email by the University. You will be directed to your student portal within the application module where a formal decision letter will be located. Committee decisions are communicated to candidates with 10 business days of the initial interview. All committee decisions are final.
Medical University of the Americas Admissions Committee takes a 360 view of the candidate. Each application is reviewed on its own merit. While GPA is important, the committee also considers life experience, MCAT scores and volunteer experience.
Upon being accepted into either the MD or GMP program, you will find all information and required paperwork in your student portal. Please be sure to read all materials and note all requirements and deadlines. The first items which will be due is your signed Letter of Intent and your $500.00 non-refundable Seat Deposit. These items secure your seat in the class and serve as formal notification from the student that the offer of admission is accepted. There is no waiving of Seat Deposit fee. This seat deposit will be applied to your tuition. Please note that failure to submit your Letter of Intent and Seat Deposit on time may result in the withdrawal of your acceptance. Please also review a complete listing of all conditional and enrollment documents needed as well as tuition deadline dates. Our Admissions office will assist in directing students through the immunization, FBI Background Check and Visa process.
Medical University of the Americas offer rolling admissions as we have class starts in September. January and May. We accept applications up to 12 months ahead of your preferred start.
Since MUA is located outside of the United States and Canada, applicants cannot submit their application materials directly through AMCAS/AACOMAS/TMDSAS/OMSAS. Candidates may apply by submitting a PDF of their application directly to Medical University of the Americas, please click here to upload your common application.
Upon being accepted into either the MD or GMP program, students will be directed to contact the MUA housing coordinator. The housing coordinator will assist students in securing housing which meets the needs and budget of the individual student.
Should you have any additional questions, please contact the MUA Admission Office at 978.862.9500 or email us at Admissions@mua.edu.