Study Medicine in Aruba – Xavier University School of Medicine
Xavier University School of Medicine · Oranjestad, Aruba
Xavier University School of Medicine in Oranjestad (Caribbean): English-taught Medicine programme.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
on request
Duration
5 years (MD)
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Rolling admissions — no entrance examination
Intake
January and August
Recognition
Primarily oriented toward USMLE licensing (USA/Canada). Recognition in other countries varies — confirm your requirements with our advisors.
Living costs
approx. 1,200–1,600 USD per month
Total students
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5 years (MD)
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Why study medicine here?
Xavier University School of Medicine is a private medical school located in Oranjestad, Aruba. The university offers a five-year MD programme structured around the North American licensing pathway. Pre-clinical sciences are completed on the Aruba campus; the clinical phase is undertaken at affiliated teaching hospitals in the United States and Canada.
Xavier is accredited by the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions (CAAM-HP). Graduates are eligible to sit the USMLE licensing examinations.
- Degree programme: Medicine (MD)
- Language of instruction: English
- Requirement: Completed higher-education entrance qualification with a science background. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for a placement through Medschool Experts.
Programmes and languages of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine (MD): The MD programme leads to a medical degree. The pre-clinical phase covers scientific foundations on the Aruba campus; the clinical phase adds patient-facing work and practical training at affiliated hospitals in the USA and Canada. Graduates are eligible for the USMLE licensing pathway.
Study conditions and campus life
The MD programme at Xavier University runs for five years. The pre-clinical phase covers scientific and theoretical foundations on the Aruba campus. The clinical phase is undertaken at affiliated teaching hospitals in the USA and Canada, covering all major disciplines. USMLE Step 1 is typically taken after the pre-clinical years.
Admission and entrance exam
The basic requirement is a completed higher-education entrance qualification with a science background. Xavier University operates rolling admissions with no fixed entrance examination. Get in touch to find out whether we can place you at this university and book a free study consultation.
NC-freie Medizinstudienplätze im In- und Ausland
- Passende Uni-Auswahl & sichere Vermittlung
- NC-freier Studienplatz im Ausland mit Anerkennung in Deutschland
- Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
- Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
- Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We handle the complete application and guide you through the process from start to finish. We advise you on the USMLE licensing pathway and on recognition in your specific target country from the very beginning. We are open with you about where the risks lie. Medschool Experts remains your point of contact after your studies begin.
Tuition fees and living costs
Tuition fees are available on request — confirm the exact amount in writing from the International Office before making any commitment, and check what is included (accommodation, insurance, registration). Factor in the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel to Aruba and a security deposit for accommodation as additional costs from the outset. We go through realistic figures in an initial consultation.
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The city as a place to study
Aruba is a small Caribbean island and constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, known for its warm, sunny climate and low crime rate. The campus is located in Oranjestad, the capital. As a student, you will live on a compact, English-friendly island with a manageable student community. Living costs are moderate to high for the Caribbean.
- City: Oranjestad
- Country: Aruba (Kingdom of the Netherlands)
- Clinical rotations: USA and Canada
- Entry requirement: Student visa required
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Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.
He now lives in Bern and runs the company full-time as its owner. He visits the partner universities in person on a regular basis.
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Frequently asked questions about this university
What are the entry requirements for Xavier University School of Medicine?
You need a completed higher-education entrance qualification with a science background. Xavier uses rolling admissions with no fixed entrance examination. English proficiency is required.
Is the Xavier degree recognised in Europe?
Xavier is primarily a USMLE-pathway school targeting licensure in the USA and Canada. Recognition in EU countries and the UK is not automatic and varies significantly — confirm requirements before enrolling.
How do I apply through Medschool Experts?
Contact us to check availability, discuss your profile and the USMLE pathway, and book a free study consultation.
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