Caldwell University (CU) and Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) are excited to announce a strategic partnership that offers students a fast-track to becoming physicians through a new Accelerated Pathway to MD (APMD).

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Western Atlantic University School of Medicine are teaming up for an accelerated six-year pathway to MD collaboration. It allows eligible students who complete their bachelor’s degree at ACPHS to have a reserved seat in WAUSM’s MD Program.

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) are proud to unveil a new academic partnership offering ACPHS students a fast-tracked route to earn their MD in as few as six years.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) proudly celebrated a milestone moment in the journey of its future physicians with its 8th White Coat Ceremony on September 20, 2025. This cherished tradition marks the official welcome of incoming MD students into the medical profession, as they donned their white coats for the first time.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) and Goucher College are proud to announce a new partnership that creates a direct and strategic pathway to medical school for qualified Goucher students.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) and the government of The Bahamas signed a heads of agreement on Monday, April 28, setting the stage for a major expansion of the university’s Freeport campus and greater opportunities for aspiring medical students.

Georgian Court University (GCU) and Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) have signed a groundbreaking articulation agreement to establish an Accelerated Combined Bachelor/MD Program, offering highly qualified students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) in as few as six years. The signing ceremony took place at Georgian Court’s campus, bringing together officials from both institutions to celebrate the landmark partnership.

It was truly heartwarming to witness the enthusiastic participation of 30 bright students from three local schools – Bishop Michael Eldon, Eight Mile Rock High, and Jack Hayward Junior High – who spent an engaging three hours on Saturday experiencing the vibrant life of a medical student at Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM).

On the eve of a visit by advisors representing over two dozen US universities, Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) officials last week announced the receipt of two prestigious endorsements.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is pleased to announce that the University has received two sponsor notes: one for the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) and one for Canada. Following closely on the heels of the University receiving provisional accreditation from the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other

This year is anticipated to be a busy one for Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) faculty and students, according to Dr. Paula Wales, WAUSM’s provost and chief operating officer.

Following a successful 2024 marked by several achievements, including its Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions (CAAM-HP) Provisional Accreditation approval, Wales announced that the WAUSM Freeport Campus is entering 2025 with great enthusiasm.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) has announced two strategic promotions as the University prepares for continued growth. Dr. Paula Wales, Executive Dean and Chief Academic Officer, has been promoted to the position of Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. With nearly 30 years of experience in US and international medical education,

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) has passed a rigorous test to be awarded provisional accreditation, marking an important milestone for the University.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is pleased to announce that the University has been awarded provisional accreditation from the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP).

Three Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) Bahamian students, Amanda Fowler, Brendika Johnson, and Tanesia McKenzie, were recently awarded the University’s unique Bahamian Scholarship. Since the University opened its doors in 2022, 11 Bahamian students have been awarded $1.8 million in scholarships to attend WAUSM.

WAUSM’s sixth cohort was welcomed to medical school at a distinctive White Coat Ceremony on September 9, 2023.

WAUSM continues to demonstrate our commitment to The Bahamas and goal of being the best medical educational facility in the region.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine’s (WAUSM) fifth cohort was welcomed to medical school by WAUSM and Bahamian leadership at a distinctive White Coat Ceremony at the Grand Lucayan in Freeport on May 13, 2023.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine’s (WAUSM) January ’23 class was welcomed to medical school by WAUSM and Bahamian leadership at a distinctive White Coat Ceremony at the Grand Lucayan in Freeport on January 14, 2023.

WAUSM’s September ’22 Class Marks the Beginning of Medical School.