Two Years in Dominica. Two Years in U.S. Teaching Hospitals.
A clear, physician-designed path to residency.
Become the doctor you were meant to be at the American Canadian School of Medicine (ACSOM).
The problem is not talent. It is access.
70%
of aspiring physicians who take the MCAT have the potential to become excellent doctors.
Only
50%
secure one of the limited medical school seats in North America.
The U.S. and Canada need more physicians, yet many qualified students are still turned away each year because there are not enough medical school seats. ACSOM was created to help solve that challenge with a rigorous, student-centered model that prepares future doctors for residency and practice.
ACSOM offers a clear path for capable, determined students ready to pursue medicine with purpose.
A structured path to becoming a physician
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Two Years in Dominica
Build a strong foundation in the medical sciences through physician-led instruction, active learning, and small class sizes.
02
Two Years in U.S. teaching hospitals
Complete core clinical rotations in U.S. teaching hospitals that host or participate in ACGME-accredited residency training programs, providing experience in resident-supervised clinical teams and structured teaching environments. Training sites include Desert Regional Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center, and Nazareth Hospital.
03
Prepared for the next step
Graduate with the academic preparation, clinical exposure, and structured training experience needed to take the next step toward residency.
Why students choose ACSOM
Non-Profit
Mission Driven
For-profit institutions often prioritize enrollment growth to satisfy corporate shareholders. As a nonprofit medical school, ACSOM is focused on student success, educational quality, and residency readiness. We admit students we believe can thrive in the rigor of medical education and the long-term practice of medicine. Our selective admissions process helps ensure each student receives the support, mentorship, and academic attention needed to excel.
Physical-Led,
by Design
ACSOM was founded by physicians and built around what future doctors actually need: rigorous academics, strong mentorship, and a clear path toward residency.
Small Classes
Real Support
With our modern, flipped-classroom model, students spend most class time in active discussion with professors and small groups of peers. Foundational content is prepared independently, allowing classroom time to focus on deeper learning, application, and mentorship. After two years in Dominica, students continue their training in U.S. teaching hospitals and gain experience in the healthcare environment in which many intend to practice.
The Validation
Of Accreditation
Accreditation helps validate the quality of our curriculum, faculty, and academic resources while supporting graduates as they pursue residency training and licensure pathways with confidence. ACSOM was granted a five-year full accreditation by the Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating (IAAR) in 2023. We also hold preliminary accreditation from the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM). Both organizations are recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). ACSOM holds an ECFMG-sponsored note allowing U.S. students to take USMLE Step 1. Canadian students are eligible for MCCQE Part I, NAC OSCE, and the CaRMS match.
Apply Today
If you are ready to pursue medicine through a rigorous, physician-designed program with U.S. clinical training, personalized support, and competitive tuition, ACSOM is ready to help you take the next step.
Competitive Tuition. Serious Value.
Many students and families assume medical school will cost more than it actually does. At ACSOM, the opposite is often true. As a nonprofit institution, ACSOM offers tuition that is approximately 20% lower than many other medical schools in the region, while delivering a physician-led, student-focused education designed to prepare graduates for residency.
98% of our accepted students receive scholarship awards. Citizens of Dominica receive a full tuition scholarship.
Years 1-2 Tuition: $50,000 per year
Years 3-4 Tuition: $57,000 per year
Study at the Forefront of Medical Education
Our curriculum is designed by experienced medical educators and physicians to prepare students for the future of healthcare. ACSOM holds full accreditation from IAAR and preliminary accreditation from ACCM, both recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). This reflects our commitment to academic quality, responsible growth, and the preparation of future physicians. At ACSOM, we do not just educate future doctors. We help shape the next generation of medical leaders.
At ACSOM, we don’t just educate future doctors; we empower the next generation of medical leaders.
Abiola Omodan, MBBS, MSc, PhD
Associate Dean of Admissions, member of admissions committee, Director of Anatomy Course Content
Jeff Wong, M.D.
Senior Advisor to the Dean on Education, Curriculum and Faculty Development
Stanley White, PhD, FPhysiol
Senior Associate Dean, Student Affairs and Dean of Campus
Stay Ahead
with ACSOM Webinars
Discover how ACSOM’s physician-designed model can shape your medical career. Join our webinars to learn more about academics, student support, tuition and financial aid, clinical training, and the path from ACSOM to residency.
Global Accreditation And Recognition
We have full IAAR Accreditation and preliminary ACCM accreditation. Graduates emerge with a degree recognized in the U.S., Canada, and globally, paving the way for diverse career opportunities in the medical field.
Hands-On Clinical Experience
Gain invaluable real-world experience through core clinical rotations in U.S. teaching hospitals that host or participate in ACGME-accredited residency training programs.
Personalized Education Path
With small class sizes and a supportive learning environment, you will receive individualized attention and faculty mentorship.
Comprehensive Support Services
From academic advising to wellness programs, you will have access to a range of resources designed to support your mental, emotional and academic well-being throughout your educational journey.
Merit Based Scholarship
Recognizing talent and dedication, ACSOM offers merit-based scholarships that make medical education more accessible and reward students for their hard work and achievements.
Global Immersion And Global Perspective
Studying in the Caribbean offers a unique cultural experience, broadening your perspective and preparing you for global medical practice.
Abiola Omodan, MBBS, MSc, PhD
Associate Dean of Admissions, member of admissions committee, Director of Anatomy Course Content
Abiola Omodan, MBBS, MSc, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Anatomy with a diverse educational background, holding a PhD in Clinical Anatomy from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, a Masters in Anatomy and Cell Biology from Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria, and an MBBS from the University of Lagos, Nigeria. Abiola is a dedicated medical doctor and clinical anatomist, specializing in craniofacial research, anatomical variants, and a strong commitment to sharing knowledge with future medical professionals and researchers. Dr. Abiola also served as a visiting faculty member at the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) in Rwanda. His research interests encompass craniofacial anatomy and genetics, with a focus on Tessier clefts and anatomical variations, alongside a growing interest in unmet dental and craniofacial needs in the Caribbean. Abiola has contributed to several publications in the field, notably on Tessier clefts, and is affiliated with professional organizations such as the American Association for Anatomy. Beyond academics, Abiola’s personal interests include a love for football, particularly as a devoted fan of Manchester United Football Club. For contact, you can reach Abiola Omodan via email at abiola@acsom.edu.dm.
Jeff Wong, M.D.
Senior Advisor to the Dean on Education, Curriculum and Faculty Development
Dr. Wong is the Senior Advisor to the Dean for Faculty and Curriculum Development at ACSOM. He has overseen a multi-year faculty and curricula development plan to implement problem-based small classroom learning as the best model for medical student education.
He is currently the Associate Dean for Medical Education at University Park Curriculum, College of Medicine (Hershey) and Associate Dean for Medical Education, University Park Curriculum, College of Medicine (University Park). Previously, he was Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education – Emeritus and a Professor of Medicine at Medical University of South Carolina.
He received his doctor of medicine degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine, and completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Duke University Medical Center. He has served on the faculty at Duke in the Division of General Internal Medicine, attaining the rank of assistant professor and as director of the Yale Primary Care Residency Training Program. The current ACSOM curriculum has been developed under the direct supervision of Dr. Wong.
Stanley White, PhD, FPhysiol
Senior Associate Dean, Student Affairs and Dean of Campus
Dr. White is the Senior Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Dean of Campus at ACSOM. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Manchester in the UK and has over thirty years of experience in biomedical research and teaching leadership in the USA, UK, and Caribbean.
Supported by various Senior Fellowships and grants from the Medical Research Council, American Heart Association, Wellcome Trust and Beit Memorial Foundation, his career has been spent variously, at Yale University, USA, the Universities of Sheffield and Leeds in the UK and Ross and All Saints Universities in Dominica.
Dr. White was Vice-Chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences and co-founder of the Institute of Molecular Physiology at the University of Sheffield, where he led institutional innovations in teaching and learning. At Leeds University, he became Director for programs in Human Physiology as well as leading curriculum development and enhancement groups, in Leeds and more widely in the UK and EU. After joining Ross University, he became successively: Associate Dean, Center for Teaching and Learning; Medical Sciences and finally for Accreditation. From 2021 until 2023, he served as Dean of Academic Affairs at All Saints University in Dominica.
Dr. White has served on the Council of the Physiological Society; and on scientific panels of various international grant-awarding bodies. He has published numerous papers in internationally peer-reviewed journals as well as reviews, articles, and book chapters.
During his career, Dr. White has trained and mentored twenty international postgraduate and postdoctoral collaborators. All of whom have gone on to independent, successful scientific careers in biomedicine. This experience he sees as the “privilege” of his career and helping young colleagues succeed as his most significant reward.