All Saints University, Dominica View Book 2020
All Saints University, Dominica View Book 2020
All Saints University, Dominica View Book 2020
To date All Saints University, Commonwealth of Dominica has nearly 600 students in various stages of
their medical training throughout the world!
ALL SAINTS
UNIVERSITY
School of Medicine
COMMONWEALTH OF DOMINICA
Table of Contents Pg
Deans Message 3
OVERVIEW 6
ACCREDITATION 10
APPLICATION OVERVIEW 11
HOW TO APPLY 12
ACADEMIC PROGRAM 13
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 25
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 27
CAMPUS 29
ALL SAINTS UNIVERSITY· SCHOOL OF MEDICINE· COMMONWEALTH OF DOMINICA
All Saints University School of Medicine in the
Commonwealth of Dominica is located in the
capital, Roseau. As a result, students are exposed
to the rich culture of Dominica during their short
stay on the island.
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with great potential, at both undergraduate and graduate
levels from all over the globe. Our students are attracted by
the chance to study at an internationally renowned University
with outstanding achievements and innovation.
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Through the academic and enrichment components of All
Saints University, students will enhance their communication
skills essential for medical school studies through oral
presentation, written assignments and group discussions on
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medically related topics.They will develop strategies to
improve competitiveness for medical school success
through group and individual advising, admissions
seminars, board sty led questions, and a workshop on test
taking and study skills.
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ACCREDITATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Effective May 2019, the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM),
Ireland has accredited Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree programs of All Saints
University School of Medicine, Dominica. The ACCM is an internationally recognized
accreditation body that uses standards similar to the Liaison Commission on Medical
Education (LCME) standards. The LCME is responsible for accreditation of Medical
Schools in the United States.
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The following documents must be submitted for
evaluation when applying to All Saints University
► 2 Letters of Recommendation
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• 4 Year MD I 5 Year MD
The 4 year MD degree program is designed for applicants who
have a Bac helors degree in the Sciences or the necessary
prerequisites.
It consists of 2 academic years of Basic Sciences followed by 2
more years of Clinical Clerkships. Basic Sciences are
conducted in our campus in Dominic a. Clinical clerkships take
place in teaching hospitals in various locations including the
USA, Canada, and the UK.
If you are a recent High School graduate and are interested in
getting direct admission into Medic ine, then the 5-year MD
degree program is the most suitable option. This program
consists of 2 academic years (4 semesters) of premedical
courses followed by the 4-year MD degree program. Students
are exposed to medical topics early in their education for a
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PreMed 1 PreMed 3
PreMed 2 PreMed 4
Intro to Gross Anatomy II Medical Terminology
Mathematics 11 Intro to Human Physiology II
Physics II Intro to Histology
Biology II Research Work
General Chemistry II Organic Chemistry II
Intro to Medical Drug & Diseases
Psychology Intro to Embryology
English II Intro to Epidemiology
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MD2 MD 5
Biochemistry ♦
Intro to Clinical Medicine
Physiology
Medical Genetics
Board Review
Neuroscience
Patient-Doctor Relationship I I
Research Work II
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study of patients. They begin to work with members of team caring for hospitalized
patients. Third year students rotate through the following clerkships:
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SCHOLARSHIP.
There is upto 50% of total tuition costs for eligible applicants. Food, lodging, and
transportation support of up to USD $1500 per semester for the entirety of the
program is available for qualified and indigent applicants. Furthermore, upto 5 merit
clinical tuition scholarships per semester for students with outstanding performance in
the finals of all Basic Medical Science Examinations. Citizens of Dominica are eligible
for 50% tuition fee scholarship. Credit-based loans and student line of credits from
various financial institutions and banks in the United States and Canada.
Students Government Fee
Every student is a member of the central student government. An additional
US$150.00 student government fee is to be paid annually at the beginning of every
year along with the tuition fee payment to cover the annual Student Government Fee
of US$50.00 per semester.
Additiona l General Costs - Food and Lodging
Food and lodging can range from US$500.00 to US$1,000.00 per month depending
on individual habits and preferences. Housing expenses usually vary depending on
the type of apartment preferred and if you are sharing with roommates.
When sharing an a pa rtment, rent prices can be as low a s US$300.00/month
MD - 5 YEAR PROGRAM
Session Duration Fee (USO)
PRE-MEDICAL SCIENCES
YEAR 1
Semester 1 16 weeks $4,995.00
Semester 2 16 weeks $4,995.00
Semester 3 16 weeks $4,995.00
YEAR2
Semester 4 16 weeks $4,995.00
BASIC SCIENCES
Semester 5 16 weeks $5,750.00
Semester 6 16 weeks $5,750.00
YEAR3
Semester 7 16 weeks $5,750.00
Semester 8 16 weeks $5,750.00
Semester 9 16 weeks $5,750.00
CLINICAL SCIENCES
YEAR4
Semester 10 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 11 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 12 12 weeks $8,750.00
YEARS
Semester 13 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 14 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 15 12 weeks $8,750.00
The breakdown of fees for the 4-year MD Degree program is outlined below. Please
note that all fees are in US Dollars. All students pay an application fee of US$100.00
and an enrolment/ administrative fee of US$1,000.00 at the onset or beginning of a
course of study at All Saints University. Students are also required to pay US$100.00
for insurance and US$50.00 as a mandatory per semester Student Government Fee.
MD - 4 YEAR PROGRAM
Session Duration Fee (USO)
PRE-MEDICAL SCIENCES
YEAR 1
Semester 1 16 weeks $5,750.00
Semester 2 16 weeks $5,750.00
Semester 3 16 weeks $5,750.00
YEAR2
Semester 4 16 weeks $5,750.00
Semester 5 16 weeks $5,750.00
CLINICAL SCIENCES
Semester 6 12 weeks $8,750.00
YEAR3
Semester 7 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 8 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 9 12 weeks $8,750.00
YEAR4
Semester 10 12 weeks $8,750.00
Semester 11 12 weeks $8,750.00
Student Insurance
The government requires that students obtain proper health insurance before they arrive on
the island. There will be no exceptions to this requirement.
www.lnternationalStudentlnsurance.com provides various links that may assist you in your
search for the right insurance plan.
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS .. -�
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Students who are not Canadian or American students are considered international students.
Equivalent qualifications for university admissions in their respective countries will be
acceptable. Applicants will be evaluated on an individual basis. All Saints University has a
growing international student population from many different countries including Nigeria,
Germany, Australia, the Bahamas, Brazil, Cameroon, Colombia, Ghana, India, South Korea,
Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Taiwan, etc ...
TUITION
The fee structure is the same as the fee structure for US/Canadian citizens.
All international students are required to pay one year tuition fee (first three semesters) prior
to the commencement of the program.
The refund policy is the same for all students. On acceptance students are required to
submit the following to process their Visas. Transit Visas may be necessary for traveling to
Dominica through some countries.
SUBMITTALS
Copy of your Passport (all pages)
Health Clearance from the country of origin
(should include TB and HIV test reports)
Police Clearance from the country of origin
Proof of Financial Support from parents or guardians
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Transfer Students
All Saints University may accept students intending to transfer from other accredited medical
schools. Transcripts will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee in order to determine
eligibility.
Transfer Policy for Students transferring into the All Saints University MD
Degree Program
Original copies of transcripts of academic records from previous medical school(s), colleges
or universities must be submitted. Original copies will also be required later by the ECFMG
before a student can sit for the USMLE and when applying for the residency match.
Advanced standing will be given only to students transferring from accredited medical
schools and/or schools listed in the International Medical Education Directory (IMED).
The University does not award credits for Basic Medical Sciences courses completed online,
through distance education or from non-accredited medical schools or schools not listed in
the IMED.
In certain cases, a student who has successfully completed Basic Medical Sciences and
passed USMLE may be allowed to transfer into the Clinical Phase of the MD degree
program.
Physical and a-library facilities equipped with thousands of books and medical journals
C Video centers, self study areas, group study rooms, and private reading spaces are also
offered to enrich the lives of the students while on campus.
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Classrooms are equipped with state of the art facilities, which include overhead projectors,
LCD projectors, flat screen monitors, television/video equipment, weekly news scrollers
and wireless internet throughout the campus.
ALL SAINTS
UNIVERSITY
School of Medicine
Hillsborough, Great George St.
Roseau, Commonwealth of Dominica
Canadian and US Admissions Office:
5145 Steeles Avenue West, Entrance B, Suite 210
Toronto, Ontario. M9L 1R5, Canada
Tel: 416.743.9222 1.866.602.9555 Fax: 647-436-1635
910 W Van Buren St
Chicago, IL, 60607, USA
adm issi o ns@a IIsa i ntsun ivers ity. org
www.allsaintsuniversity.org
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