FINANCIAL SUPPORT
You focus on medicine. We’ll help you navigate the finances.
Western Atlantic University School of Medicine is committed to helping students explore available financial aid options and develop responsible borrowing strategies throughout medical school.
Grants and scholarships
These are awards provided by outside organizations and agencies. Students are encouraged to:
- Search reputable scholarship platforms such as:
- Network with undergraduate schools, church and other local organizations, foundations, parents’ employers, and hospitals
- Qualified applicants may be considered for institutional scholarships, including opportunities for Bahamian and Canadian students and competitive merit-based funding for incoming students.
Scholarship eligibility varies by provider.
US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Private Student Loans
Private student loans are credit-based loans offered by various lending institutions. WAUSM maintains relationships with several external financing organizations that offer loan programs tailored to medical students. These options are discussed directly with students during financial advising to ensure individualized guidance.
- Available to US citizens and US permanent residents only
- Designed specifically for medical students
- Subject to credit approval
Students are encouraged to review loan terms carefully and consult with the Office of Student Financial Services before borrowing.
Canadian Students
Admitted students from Canada have several financial assistance options available.
Provincial & Territorial Student Grants and Loans
- Each province or territory establishes its own eligibility and institutional designation criteria
- Students must apply directly through their province or territory
Learn more: Contact the Office of Student Financial Services for more information.
Canadian Scholarships
Learn more: Canadian Scholarship for Canadian students
Canadian Bank Lines of Credit
Canadian students may qualify for professional student lines of credit with a credit-worthy Canadian guarantor:
CIBC (Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce)
- Lines of credit up to the full estimated cost of attendance
- Visit Advisor.CIBC.com and select “Financial Advice, Healthcare Specialty”
RBC (Royal Bank of Canada)
- Professional Student Line of Credit
- Phone: 866-881-6618
- Learn More: Visit RBC Royal Bank – Professional Studies Benefits Student Line of Credit – Professional Studies Benefits – RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
- International Professional Student Line of Credit Scotia Professional Student Line of Credit | Scotiabank Canada
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 403-299-6018 x4201
Other International Students
Students from countries other than the US or Canada may have financial assistance options available in their home country.
Please contact the Office of Student Financial Services for individualized guidance:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 954-998-0916
Tuition Payments
WAUSM partners with PayMyTuition to simplify tuition payments.
With PayMyTuition, students can:
- Pay from any bank
- Pay from any country
- Pay in any currency
- Receive competitive exchange rates
- Complete payments securely and efficiently
- Create a payment plan
WAUSM’s Office of Student Financial services (SFS)
The Office of Student Financial Services supports students at every stage of their financial journey.
Our team:
- Provides counseling to prospective and current students
- Explains available financial aid options
- Assists with debt management strategies
- Conducts required one-on-one entrance and exit financial aid interviews
Questions?
Contact the Office of Student Financial Services:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 954-998-0916
Every student’s situation is unique. Please schedule a meeting with the Office of Student Financial Services to review your individual funding plan and explore your options with confidence.