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The WAUSM Blog
Our charter class is getting ready to celebrate an incredible first – our inaugural Match Day. As we approach this milestone, we want to give prospective students a clear, inside look at what the match really is, why it matters, and how to navigate it successfully. Over the coming weeks, we’ll break down the process, the data, and the strategic, hands‑on support WAUSM provides every step of the way so you can see exactly how we prepare our students to achieve exceptional match outcomes. First Up: What Is the Match, and How Does It Work?
WAUSM News
Canisius University Launches Accelerated BS/MD Pathway with Western Atlantic University School of Medicine
Canisius University is expanding its growing portfolio of accelerated academic pathways with the fall 2026 launch of a new six-year BS/MD Accelerated Pathway to MD (APMD) in partnership with Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM). Offering a more direct route to a career in medicine, the APMD is designed for aspiring physicians and enables students to earn their bachelor’s and doctor of medicine (MD) degrees in six years (versus the traditional eight) while benefiting from the academic rigor, personal attention and mission-driven education that defines Canisius University.
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