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Why XUSOM?
At Xavier University School of Medicine (XUSOM) we provide what so many gifted, talented, and hardworking students need most in pursuing their medical degrees: opportunity and affordability. Available spots at U.S. schools are more difficult to come by than ever. But at Xavier University, your potential has no bounds.
See below to learn all about Xavier’s four-year MD program, the campus and facilities, financial aid options and more.
This Is Xavier
An exceptional education. An idyllic location. It’s no wonder students from around the world choose XUSOM to pursue their dreams in medicine. Click below to understand why.
Alumni Success Stories
We take great pride in our program at XUSOM. But the true measure of our performance is the success our graduates experience. See their inspiring stories.
Scholarships
Part of XUSOM’s mission is to make quality medical education more affordable. Currently, we are proud to offer 11 different Scholarship opportunities!…
Tuition & Loans
It seems so unjust to work so hard at school only to graduate beneath a mountain of student debt. Our affordable tuition…
Residency
The first mark of a program’s success is residency placement, and Xavier University delivers. Our students regularly obtain…
Our students are thankful for Xavier—and we’re thankful for our students! 💙 #XUSOM #XavierAruba #Thanksgiving #Thankful
A Second Chance to Become the Doctor You Were Meant to Be
“Transferring to Xavier University School of Medicine (XUSOM) has been one of the most meaningful decisions of my journey. Sometimes the path to becoming a doctor isn’t always straight — life happens, plans change, and obstacles appear. But what truly matters is not giving up on your dream.
Xavier University welcomed me with open arms, providing the support, structure, and encouragement I needed to continue my medical education with confidence. Here, you’re not just another student you’re part of a community that believes in your potential and is committed to helping you succeed.” - Dr. Chulou Penales
Our vet students are getting hands-on experience with X-sutures and continuous sutures, as well as learning how to perform endotracheal intubation in dogs and cats. These vital skills equip them to deliver safe, expert care to their future patients! 🐾 🐶🐱 Learn more about our veterinary program at the link in bio.
Our Pre-Health program is designed to help students grow, excel, and step confidently into Xavier’s MD journey. Ready to get started? Learn more at the link in our bio. #XUSOM #xavieraruba
✨A moment✨ for the MedBall glam! Our students showed up and showed out on the red carpet. 💙
Our students had a CRAZY good time at the MedBall! 💙 Thanks to our amazing Student Government Association, the night was packed with school spirit, music, tasty food, games, and awesome prizes—plus plenty of laughs and memories celebrating our students’ achievements! #xusom #xavieraruba
Looking at where you are today, what advice would you give to your younger self? #xusom #xavieraruba
When you get your medical school headshot. 😏 #XavierAruba #XUSOM
⚽ 🩺 Pediatric Health Fair & Play Day! 💙 👧 🧒
The Pediatric Medicine Group of Xavier University School of Medicine hosted a fun and educational Pediatric Health Fair and Play Day with the San Luis Deportivo team! 🌟
The day included interactive stations on dental hygiene and nutrition education, followed by health checks for blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, and eyesight. After learning about healthy habits, the kids — ages 7 to 14 — jumped right into soccer drills, relay races, and play stations run by our students. ⚽ 💪
This hands-on event helped connect the importance of exercise, health, and hygiene in a fun, kid-friendly way. 🧼 🥗
We can’t wait to collaborate again in the coming semesters! 💫
#XavierUniversityAruba #Pediatrics #HealthFair #CommunityHealth
After an incredible turnout — with kids casting their votes in person and the online poll lighting up our socials — one team rose above the rest... 🏆
🥇 Congratulations to the Pre-Nursing class! Your spooky masterpiece stole the show and claimed the crown as this year’s Halloween Door Decorating Champions! 👏🎉
Thank you to everyone who joined the fun and made this Halloween unforgettable! 🌙🕷️
#XavierUniversityAruba #Halloween #CampusLife #medschool
🎃 October at Xavier University School of Medicine! 🎃
From the announcing the Pets Love Pink Walk and learning about animal care 🐾 to hosting Health Fairs in Aruba and Canada 💉 — and wrapping up with some Halloween fun 👻 — October was full of learning, service, and school spirit! 💙
#XavierUniversityAruba #CommunityCare #HealthAwareness #StudentLife #halloween2025
🌿 Xavier University School of Medicine at Holiday Inn’s Health Fair! 🩺 💙
As part of Holiday Inn’s Health Month, our students were once again invited to take part in their annual Health Fair on October 27, 2025 — marking our third consecutive year of collaboration! 👏
Under the leadership of Prof. Bonnie McGowan (Dean of Nursing) and Dr. Naidu, Semester 1 & 4 Nursing students, together with SGA members Sonia Amat Paneca and Javier Paneca, conducted BMI, Blood Pressure, Blood Glucose, Cholesterol, and Pulse Oximetry screenings for hotel staff.
💡 All participants were seen, receiving personalized health consultations. This ongoing partnership highlights Xavier’s dedication to community health, teamwork, and preventive care across Aruba. 🌎 💚
#XavierUniversityAruba #healthcare #CommunityHealth #nursingstudent #Aruba
🦩 Flamingo research in action! 🦩
Our 4th-semester veterinary students, led by Dr. Klaudia Mietkiewska, have begun an exciting new research project studying the beautiful flamingos of Palm Island!
The team is diving into three key areas — management, nutrition, and behavior — including how these stunning birds interact with humans.
A huge thank you to everyone at Palm Island for making this incredible learning opportunity possible! 🌴✨
#XavierUniversityAruba #VetMed #flamingo #futureveterinarian #WildlifeScience
The Semester 1 veterinary students, as part of their Essential Veterinary Skills course, visited Santa Rosa for a practical training session under the supervision of Dr. Klaudia Mietkiewska. During the field trip, the students practiced preventive medicine procedures by vaccinating a herd of goats, sheep, and cattle. It was a valuable learning experience that helped them strengthen their practical skills and confidence in handling animals.
Here’s to a semester full of growth, challenges, and unforgettable moments! 🩺📚 #XUSOM #XavierAruba #medicalschool #medicalstudent #manonthestreet
Xavier is the most affordable, fully accredited and New York State-approved school in the Caribbean
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We Accept Applications Year-Round
Submit your application when it's convenient for you and start at any one of our three intake periods: January, May or September.
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New Residential Campus
Aruba, Your Home Away From Home. New academic campus opening soon!
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Xavier is fully accredited by the ACCM through 2029
These accreditations enable our graduates to secure residencies throughout the U.S., Canada and the world.
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