Accreditation, Curriculum, and Clinical Training
Ross University School of Medicine is a private for-profit medical school headquartered in Miramar, Florida, with its main campus in Dominica. The institution is accredited by the Accreditation Commission of Colleges of Medicine and is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. Students complete preclinical science coursework on the Dominica campus before transitioning to clinical rotations at affiliated teaching hospitals across the United States and Canada. The MD program follows a systems-based curriculum that integrates foundational sciences with early clinical exposure. For more on accreditation standards, see the Accreditation Commission of Colleges of Medicine page ACCMS Accreditation.
Clinical rotations are conducted at hospitals within the Ross University School of Medicine network, which includes sites in the United States and the United Kingdom. The school emphasizes hands-on training in core clerkships such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry, and family medicine. Students must pass the United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 and Step 2 CK to progress and graduate. The program is designed to prepare students for residency matching in the U.S. and Canadian healthcare systems.
Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid
Ross University School of Medicine publishes tuition and fees that are structured across the preclinical and clinical phases of the MD program. Tuition for the preclinical years typically covers didactic instruction, laboratory resources, and access to campus facilities in Dominica. Clinical phase costs include fees associated with placement at affiliated hospitals and residency training sites. The total cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, living expenses, and health insurance, which varies by campus and location. For the most current tuition figures, refer to the official Ross University School of Medicine financial information page Ross University Tuition and Fees.
Financial aid options include federal and private student loans, scholarships, and institutional payment plans. Eligible students may apply for federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans and Grad PLUS loans through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid process. Ross University School of Medicine also offers its own scholarship programs based on academic performance and financial need. Prospective students are advised to review the net cost after aid and compare it with other MD pathways.
Admissions Requirements and Outcomes
Admission to Ross University School of Medicine requires a bachelor's degree, completion of prerequisite coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, and a competitive Medical College Admission Test score. The school evaluates applicants on academic metrics, extracurricular activities, personal statements, and interview performance. International and U.S. applicants are considered, and the school reports matriculant statistics including average GPA and MCAT ranges. Detailed application steps and deadlines are available on the admissions portal Ross University Admissions.
Graduation outcomes include eligibility to apply for residency through the National Resident Matching Program in the United States and the Canadian Resident Matching Service. The school reports match rates into residency programs, with graduates placing in a range of specialties across U.S. teaching hospitals. Students who do not match may pursue additional training or alternative pathways. For national residency match data, see the National Resident Matching Program NRMP Main Residency Match.