Dreaming of becoming a doctor but not sure how to make it happen or how to afford it? At the International University of the Health Sciences (IUHS), we make medical school affordable, flexible, and accessible for Canadian students ready to start their studies in September 2026.

IUHS is an international medical school with a campus on the island of St. Kitts in the Caribbean. Founded in 1998, IUHS has pioneered technology in medical education since then and has graduated doctors in 14 countries worldwide including Canada. IUHS is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and is accredited by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis.

Fast-track to M.D. with the BS-MD program

If you're just finishing high school or don't yet have all your pre-med courses, the IUHS BS-MD program is your fast lane to becoming a doctor. This 5-year program combines a pre-med year with the full MD curriculum, so you can move smoothly from high school, to premed, to med school, all in one continuous path.

Why students love the BS-MD track:

• No entry prerequisites — perfect for high school grads.
• Covers all the science courses you need before the MD.
• Saves time and money by combining your pre-med and MD studies.
• Study with IUHS's award-winning distributed online campus (DOCS) platform including virtual patient simulator, Q banks, video library and much more learning technologies bringing the University to you.
• Complete your first 3 years (preclinical studies) online from home — no need to move or pay extra living costs. Stay close to family, save money, and stay supported while you focus on becoming a doctor.

Why choose IUHS?

• Affordable tuition: About 1/3 the cost of other private medical schools.
• Recognition: IUHS grads are eligible to sit MCCQE exams, obtain a residency placement and practice medicine in Canada.
• Local support: IUHS's administrative headquarters are located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Students can easily access student support services.
• Supportive community: Personalized guidance from Day 1 to graduation.
• Flexible learning: Study online and train in your own community.

Financial aid for Canadian students

Yes, Canadian students can apply for financial aid even when studying at IUHS! Many provinces across Canada offer student loan options for IUHS students.

Here's how to get started:

• Check your provincial student aid website (like OSAP in Ontario).
• Ask if IUHS is eligible for loans or grants through your province.
• IUHS will help you with any documentation your province requires.

Heads up: Not every province offers aid for international medical programs, so always double-check online or reach out to your local student aid office before applying.

Even if your province doesn't offer government loans, IUHS provides affordable tuition, monthly payment plans, and scholarship opportunities to help make your med school dream possible. Ask our Admissions Team about how to apply for a part-scholarship to reduce the tuition burden.

Ready to join IUHS? Here's how to start

• Fill out the Online Application.
• Upload your documents including ID and a passport-sized photo plus transcripts.
• Pay the $150 USD application fee.
• Sit tight until our Admissions Team emails you with next steps.

Have questions? Please reach us any time at [email protected].