The Traditional Australian Route
- Extreme Entry Barriers: Often requires ATAR 99+ or UCAT/GAMSAT scores in the top percentile.
- Longer Timeline: Typically 7-8 Years (3-4 years Undergraduate + GAMSAT + 4 years Medical School).
- Uncertainty: Finishing a Bachelor’s degree does not guarantee entry into Med School.
The APMD Strategy (New Option)
- Accessible Excellence: Entry based on holistic potential (approx. ATAR 90+ equivalent). No MCAT/GAMSAT required for entry.
- Accelerated Timeline: 6 Years Total. Direct path from High School to MD. Save 1-2 years of tuition and time.
- Direct Progression: One application leads directly to your Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree upon passing the USMLE. (100% students from WAUSM passed the USMLE Step 1 in 2025)
The Accelerated Pathway to MD (APMD)
Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) has partnered with top US universities like
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences to offer a streamlined route for international students
to earn a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) in as few as six years.
WAUSM is also recognised by ECFMG, FAIMER, WFME and is listed on the World Directory of Medical School Search
Access
Gain critical clinical experience in US partner hospitals, boosting your chances for a preferred residency match.
Value
Accelerate your journey by 2-3 years, save up to 20% on educational costs, and enter the workforce sooner.
Experience
Learn from faculty who have mentored over 25,000 students to residency, using an innovative,hands-on curriculum.
Location
Complete 70% of the program in the USA, ensuring seamless integration into the American healthcare system.
Unlock Global Opportunities &
Higher Earning Potential
Earn More in the USA
The United States offers some of the highest specialist salaries in the world-often significantly higher than in Australia or the UK. (Source: Medscape Physician Compensation Report).
Practice Globally (Including Australia)
Graduates earn a US-modelled MD from a CAAM-HP-accredited institution. This makes you eligible for the USM LE exams for US residency, and it opens pathways to apply for registration in Australia/New Zealand as an International Medical Graduate (IMG).
Gain Premier US Clinical Experience
Hands-on training in U.S. teaching hospitals provides strong Letters of Recommendation (LORs) from U.S. physicians — your golden ticket to a successful Residency Match.
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Designed for the New Rules of the US Residency Match
Since September 2022, the USMLE Step 1 exam has been a Pass/Fail exam. This has shifted the focus of residency program directors. What matters most now is demonstrating your real-world clinical competence.
Our APMD program is built for this reality. We prioritise what gets you matched:
- Extensive, hands-on US clinical experience.
- Powerful Letters of Recommendation from respected US physicians.
- Proven clinical skills developed in US hospitals.
The Ultimate Proof:
Our Results Outperform the Standard
100%
First-Time Pass Rate on the USMLE Step 1 for our Class of 2025.
An Ecosystem Built for Your Success
International Accreditation
WAUSM is accredited by CAAM-HP, whose standards are recognised by the US Department of Education’s NCFMEA as equivalent to US standards. This ensures your eligibility for USMLE exams, residency, and licensure.
Personalised Learning
Our 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio and active, flipped classroom model ensure you receive personalised mentorship and support.
Strategic Location
The pre-clerkship campus in Freeport, Grand Bahama, is just 80 miles from South Florida, combining convenience with excellence for a seamless transition to US-based clinicals.
Your 6-Year Journey: From High School Graduate to MD
Phase 1 (Years 1-3):
The US Foundation
- Where: Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, New York, USA.
- What: Build your academic core by earning a Bachelor of Biomedical Science in a supportive US university environment.
Phase 2 (Year 4):
Pre-Clinical Mastery
- Where: WAUSM Campus, Freeport, Grand Bahama (80 miles from Florida).
- What: Master intensive medical sciences with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. Prepare for USMLE Step 1.
Phase 3 (Years 5-6):
Clinical Rotations
- Where: Affiliated Teaching Hospitals across the United States.
- What: Complete core and elective rotations designed to secure strong LORs and a successful
Don’t Let One Number Define Your Potential
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Year 12 Graduates (with an ATAR of ~90+ or equivalent IB score).
- University students seeking to transfer into a direct-entry Medicine program.
Admissions & Intakes
- Intake: Spots are now open for the September 2026 intake.
- Process: Admissions are rolling, but spots are limited and filling up. Early application is strongly encouraged to allow time for visa processing.
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