Xavier is the most affordable, fully accredited and New York State-approved school in the Caribbean
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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…
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Capture it. Remember it. 🥹📸🥼 We are so proud of all of our new white coat students! Welcome to Xavier. 🩵 #XavierAruba #XUSOM #whitecoat #whitecoatceremony #medicalstudent
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✨ ORIENTATION GIVEAWAY ✨
Welcome to Xavier, new students! To kick off the semester, we’re awarding one lucky winner some Xavier swag! This includes: a Xavier backpack, snapback hat, crossbody backpack, water bottle, t-shirt, pin, and bucket hat!
How to enter:
👉 Follow @xavier_university_aruba on Instagram
👉 Like this post
👉 Comment why you chose to come to Xavier
This giveaway is open to new students only. The winner will be notified via Instagram DM by Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Good luck and welcome to Xavier! 🎉
‘Twas the night before the first day of classes...and our students are more than ready (if you couldn’t tell 😉) #XavierAruba #XUSOM
Congratulations to our holiday giveaway winner on scoring all the awesome Xavier swag! 🙌
New students, your turn is coming! If you’re attending orientation, you’ll have a chance to win Xavier gear too. Full details dropping Monday morning!
Hint: which item are you more excited to win?
New beginnings. New memories. And what better place to start than chasing your medical dreams at Xavier? 🩺✨#MoveInDay XUSOM #XavierAruba
Always follow your calling! 🥼🩺🌟 Learn more about becoming a doctor at Xavier. #LinkInBio
2025, what a year. 💙 From welcoming new students and celebrating White Coat Ceremonies, to Match Day milestones, graduations, and community outreach—this year was filled with moments that shaped futures and changed lives.
A Year of Growth, Purpose, and Gratitude at Xavier University, Aruba
As we reflect on the past 12 months, we are filled with pride, gratitude, and renewed purpose. This year has been one of meaningful progress for Xavier University, marked by academic growth, community impact, and a shared commitment to shaping the next generation of compassionate physicians.
Over the year, our students demonstrated resilience and excellence inside the classroom, in clinical settings, and through service to communities. Our faculty and staff continued to raise the bar, ensuring our curriculum remains rigorous, student-centered, and aligned with global medical standards. From academic milestones and student achievements to campus initiatives and community outreach, every step forward reinforced our mission to educate, inspire, and serve.
We are especially grateful to our supporters and donors who believed in Xavier’s vision and invested in our future. Your generosity has made a tangible difference supporting student success, strengthening academic resources, and expanding opportunities for aspiring medical professionals. Because of you, dreams are being nurtured, barriers are being removed, and futures are being shaped. To everyone who donated, encouraged or shared our journey thank you. Your belief in Xavier University School of Medicine fuels our progress and reminds us that this mission is bigger than any one individual. It is a collective effort driven by purpose, compassion, and hope.
As we look ahead to the coming year, we do so with confidence and gratitude. Together, we will continue to educate future physicians, advance healthcare, and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Thank you for being part of the Xavier family. Here’s to another year of excellence, service, and transformation.
With dedicated faculty, friendly people, and a place that feels like home, parents know their children are in good hands at Xavier. 💛
The holiday season is all about giving, and what better gift could you want than the future you’ve been dreaming about? Happy Holidays from all of us at Xavier! 🌴🎁✨
President Ravi Bhooplapur is pleased to announce a transformative $1.5 million philanthropic gift from Dr. Ganesh Bhat and Srimathi Bhat to Xavier Foundation Inc.
In recognition of their extraordinary generosity and lifelong commitment to education and service, the auditorium at Xavier University’s new academic campus will be proudly named in their honor.
Dr. Ganesh Bhat, who serves as Chancellor of Xavier University, has been a guiding force in shaping the institution’s vision, academic excellence, and global impact. Together with Srimathi Bhat, this remarkable gift reflects their shared belief in empowering future generations of physicians and healthcare leaders.
The newly named auditorium will serve as a centerpiece of the campus, hosting academic ceremonies, guest lectures, conferences, and milestone moments for students and faculty alike, and will stand as a lasting symbol of leadership, philanthropy, and commitment to higher education.
Thank you to Dr. Ganesh Bhat and Srimathi Bhat for your visionary support and enduring legacy at Xavier University.
Our students’ answers say a lot about our classes and professors 🤣 What would your answer be?
The holidays are here, and Xavier is spreading some holiday cheer! Our pre-nursing students created holiday cards for residents of a local nursing home, and our Nursing Year 2 students are delivering them in person to help make the season a little brighter. 💙✨
Whether you’re staying at a hotel or in Xavier’s residence halls, the comfort level is the same! Modern spaces, palm-tree views, and everything you need to live, study, and unwind in Aruba. Explore your home away from home at the link in bio.
We love them and their problems 😊🫶 #xusom #xavieraruba #medicalstudent
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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The Smart Choice for Completing Your MD in the Caribbean
Your Journey Begins at Xavier University
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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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