{"id":13186,"date":"2024-08-11T18:15:40","date_gmt":"2024-08-11T15:15:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.emonovo.com\/?post_type=university&#038;p=13186"},"modified":"2024-08-11T18:16:04","modified_gmt":"2024-08-11T15:16:04","slug":"medical-university-of-the-americas","status":"publish","type":"university","link":"https:\/\/www.emonovo.com\/en\/study-at\/medical-university-of-the-americas","title":{"rendered":"Medical University of the Americas"},"featured_media":13188,"template":"","regions":[75,962],"class_list":["post-13186","university","type-university","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","regions-north-america","regions-st-kitts-nevis"],"acf":{"internal_comments":"https:\/\/www.mua.edu\/","related_faculties":[13195,13197,13200,13202,13204],"cover_image":13187,"university_website":"https:\/\/www.mua.edu\/","video_link":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FVtbs_EbIG8?si=Hz9TCUL_2E54l5PV","apply_url":"https:\/\/www.emonovo.com\/apply?uni=Medical%20University%20of%20the%20Americas&logo=13188","university_location":[962,75],"address":"5CVQ+7F Camps Charlestown, Nevis, St. Kitts & Nevis","location_info":"<h3 class=\"article-header__title is-h1-tag\">Living on Nevis:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\">Nevis offers an exceptional environment for pursuing medical education. The island boasts stunning natural beauty, a high level of safety, and convenient accessibility. Situated amidst a chain of volcanic islands where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. Nevis attracts visitors for a variety of reasons. From indulging in the warm Caribbean waters and relaxing on pristine sandy beaches to exploring lush rainforests through invigorating hikes and snorkeling amidst vibrant reefs, there is no shortage of activities.<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\">Additionally, remnants of the island\u2019s sugar cane era can be discovered in scattered ruins, adding historical intrigue. Nevis is renowned for its delightful restaurants and charming inns, many of which were once grand plantation houses. Life on Nevis Island provides a tranquil and captivating sanctuary ideal for focused medical studies.\r\n<article class=\"card c1wilbjv has-layout-variant has-layout-variant--b\">\r\n<div class=\"media card__media m12pyb9k\"><\/div>\r\n<\/article><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","intake_type":"Defined intakes","uni_intakes":["Sep","Jan","May"],"intake_note":"","deadline_type":"Always open","uni_deadline":[],"deadline_note":"","about":"<article class=\"card c1wilbjv has-layout-variant has-layout-variant--b has-inverted-layout\">\r\n<div class=\"card__content\">\r\n<div class=\"card__excerpt\">Medical University of the Americas was founded over 20 years ago on a philosophy of education that believes students are best taught medicine in small classes, with one-on-one instruction, and with a commitment to providing an education on par with U.S. and Canadian medical schools. Today, MUA continues to adhere to those founding principles and has earned a reputation for academic excellence and graduate success, that has made it a leader among international medical schools.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/article>","reasons_to_study_here":"<div class=\"cell sptsytm c11w79ac has-width-1\">\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading hlgwo4b is-h3-tag\">Top Residency Placement Rates<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\">MUA takes pride in our 98% residency placement rate from 2020-2024.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"cell sptsytm c11w79ac has-width-1\">\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading hlgwo4b is-h3-tag\">Most Affordable of the Top Schools<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\">Save more as you pursue your MD. MUA is the most affordable of the top Caribbean medical schools approved to participate in U.S. Federal Financial Aid Programs. Additionally, Canadian students can pay tuition and fees in Canadian dollars, resulting in significant cost savings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading hlgwo4b is-h3-tag\">Integrated, Systems-Based Curriculum<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\">MUA\u2019s academic program is based on the integrated, systems-based approach in use at top U.S. medical schools. Diverse learning opportunities include interactive lectures, small-group work sessions, individual and group presentations, team-based learning, and simulations with standardized patients.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"cell sptsytm c11w79ac has-width-1\">\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading hlgwo4b is-h3-tag\">Class Size and Learning Environment<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"cell sptsytm c11w79ac has-width-1\">\r\n<div class=\"accordion aohxff6\">\r\n<p class=\"accordion__description\">At MUA, we teach an integrated, systems-based curriculum similar to what you\u2019ll find at leading U.S. medical schools. What truly differentiates MUA is how we teach it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","career":"<div class=\"accordion-item\" data-state=\"open\">\r\n<div id=\"radix-:r3e:\" class=\"accordion-item__content\" role=\"region\" data-state=\"open\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-:r3d:\">\r\n<div class=\"accordion-item__content-wrapper\">\r\n<p class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\">We are dedicated to empowering students on their academic journey. Our mission is to provide comprehensive support services that foster personal and academic growth.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"paragraph wp-block-paragraph p132k6x0\"><strong>Career Advising,<\/strong> including our Specialty Spotlight Series, the Road to Residency Program, Mock Interviews, and Residency Application Preparation activities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"accordion-item\" data-state=\"closed\">\r\n<h3 class=\"accordion-item__header\" data-state=\"closed\"><\/h3>\r\n<\/div>","scholarships":"<ul>\r\n \t<li>\u00a04 year MD program: $75000 total<\/li>\r\n \t<li>5 year MD program: $75000 total on the 4 years only of MD program<\/li>\r\n \t<li>6 year MD program: $75000 total on the 4 years only of MD program<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Gateway program: one-time grant\u00a0 of $7000<\/li>\r\n \t<li>MBBS to MD: $7,500 off per semester<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","campus_life":"Located on the beautiful island of Nevis, MUA\u2019s 10-acre\u00a0campus\u00a0boasts modern classrooms (including a dedicated on-campus test center), fully equipped laboratories, an extensive library, and an island hospital where students can get clinical experience early in their\u00a0basic science\u00a0study. Outside the classroom, students enjoy well-appointed student residencies and gym facilities, plus all the amenities of Nevis island life, including a weekly fresh produce market and the stunning beaches Nevis is famous for.","accommodation":"<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>housing: from $400 to $1100 per month\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nOur housing department at the Medical University of the Americas has set out, along with the landlords of our available housing, to provide safe, secure and reliable accommodation options to our students that will make you feel at home. There are more than twenty different fully furnished housing options available to MUA students. These include 1, 2, or 3-bedroom apartments and entire homes. Many are within walking distance of campus. 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