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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…
Xavier University Hosts Lions Group Health Fair!
Your health is your wealth! Our MD, Nursing, and Pre-Health students came together to serve over 150 community members on our campus with health screenings — including blood pressure, blood sugar, BMI, height, and weight checks.
Participants also received personalized health advice from doctors on how to improve their overall well-being.
It was an inspiring day of learning, service, and impact.
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When Xavier is this beautiful, can you blame us? 📸 #XUSOM #XavierAruba
When access to resources, faculty, or hands-on experience is limited, AI-powered tools are being implemented to bridge the gaps! #AI #artificialintelligence #XUSOM #XavierAruba
Watching our students chase their dreams and match into incredible residencies is what it’s all about! The future of medicine is in great hands. 🩺💙 #xusom #xavieraruba
We’re beaming with pride! All of Xavier`s nursing graduates have secured impressive job placements right here in Aruba, ready to serve and support our community’s health. Huge congratulations to our future healthcare heroes—you make us proud! 🩺💙
#TBT to an unforgettable graduation weekend in Aruba! We’re still celebrating our incredible grads and all the hard work, heart, and hustle that got them to this moment. The island vibes were strong, and so was the Xavier pride. 🎓💙 #XUSOM #XavierAruba #Graduation2025
We don’t just teach medicine—we build futures. 🩺✨ Our students graduate with confidence, hands-on experience, and the foundation to thrive in their professions. #XUSOM #XavierAruba
Whatever it is—that one word tells a story. Drop yours below ⬇️ #XUSOM #XavierAruba
🎓🩺 Milestones. Moments. Memories.
The latest issue of The Xavier Times is here — and it’s one you won’t want to miss. Inside, we’re celebrating the remarkable achievements of our graduates and the powerful symbolism of the White Coat Ceremony.
From heartfelt stories to stunning photo spreads, this edition captures the pride, purpose, and passion that define the Xavier experience.
📖 Read the full issue here: https://xusom.com/the-xavier-times/
#XavierUniversityAruba #WhiteCoatCeremony #Graduation2025 #magazinecover
❤️ Leading with Heart: A New Chapter for Student Advocacy and Wellness!
Meet the newly elected Student Government Association leaders for the 2025-2026 academic year! 🎓 These student leaders have demonstrated a strong commitment to service, representation, and innovation in medical education.
Congratulations! 🎉 Your leadership will be instrumental in promoting wellness, inclusivity, and academic excellence across our student body. 🩺
#XavierUniversityAruba #futuredoctor #medschoollife #StudentLeadership #wellness #studentsuccess
Effective June 30, 2025, Dr. Richard Pestell will conclude his seven years of distinguished service at Xavier.
Throughout his tenure, Dr. Pestell played a pivotal role in advancing Xavier’s academic and clinical programs. He championed the integration of translational research into the medical curriculum and training of future physicians, significantly enhancing the educational experience. As Clinical Dean, he implemented a robust system of continuous, objective monitoring and quality improvement at affiliate teaching hospitals, ensuring they consistently met accreditation standards. His efforts were critical in maintaining the ongoing accreditation of the MD program.
Dr. Pestell now embarks on an exciting new chapter in Europe, having been awarded the prestigious “Billion Forint Award”—a $2.6 million grant to further groundbreaking medical research.
We are profoundly grateful for his visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and lasting contributions to the Xavier community. We wish him continued success in all his future endeavors.
With sincere appreciation,
Ravi Bhooplapur, President
& The Xavier Family
Bet you weren’t expecting that 😏🌴🌊 #XUSOM #XavierAruba #Aruba #holyairball
SAY LESS! 🙌
At Xavier, you’re not just studying medicine—you’re learning and living in one of the safest, most beautiful places in the Caribbean! This is a med school experience like no other.
🌴 🌮 Can you believe Aruba has Taco Bell?!
💉 MD1 and MD3 students from Xavier University School of Medicine joined Taco Bell’s Live Más Health Fair, offering blood pressure, BMI, glucose, and cholesterol checks to employees.
We’re proud to support community outreach initiatives that promote health and wellness across the island! 💙 👩⚕️ 👨⚕️
#XavierUniversityAruba #XUSOM #CommunityHealth #TacoBell #FutureDoctors #ArubaLife
The late nights, the exams, the clinical rotations—have all led to this moment. This is the whole point. 🎓💙 Congrats to our newest doctors. The future of medicine starts now.
#XUSOM #XavierAruba #Classof2025
🎉 May was a Month to Remember at Xavier University Aruba! 🎓
From new beginnings to major milestones, we celebrated our students every step of the way:
✨ Student Orientation – We welcomed passionate future physicians to our beautiful island campus. New students began their journey with excitement, ambition, and a warm Xavier welcome!
🥼 White Coat Ceremony – A powerful rite of passage as students donned their white coats, pledging their commitment to the noble profession of medicine. A moment of pride, promise, and purpose. 👩⚕️👨⚕️
🎓 Graduation – Cheers to our newest graduates! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off. The Xavier family is proud to see you take the next step in your medical careers.
📸 Swipe through the memories and relive the magic.
#XavierUniversityAruba #XUSOM #WhiteCoatCeremony #GraduationDay #picture
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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