Make Your Dream of Practising Medicine in Canada a Reality with OUM.
Applications are now open to Canadian residents to study medicine beginning in January and July.
Begin Your MD Journey
Begin your application and get connected with an OUM Admissions Counselor who can help answer your questions and support you during your application process.
Earn your MD at OUM and realize your dream of practising medicine in Canada.
Why OUM is a Smart Path for Canadians
OUM’s MD program combines the best of online learning with practical, hands-on clinical experience. Many Canadian students choose OUM because they can:
- Study from Home during pre-clinical years, reducing relocation costs and disruption of everyday life.
- Gain clinical experience at multiple teaching hospitals and clinics.
- Prepare for the USMLE, MCCQE, and NAC with built-in exam preparation and academic support.
- Continue Working part-time while studying full-time during pre-clinical years.
- Apply for Medical School without sitting the MCAT. At OUM, we believe in providing opportunities based on passion and commitment, not just test scores.
- Access a variety of student support programs that offer students the guidance, help, and support needed throughout medical school.
- Attend an Internationally Accredited University. OUM is accredited by PAASCU and recognised by the WFME, enabling graduates to pursue licensure in Canada, the United States, and beyond.
OUM's MD Pathway is Created with Canadian Students in Mind
Our curriculum aligns with North American medical education standards and provides the foundation for licensing pathways such as the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE), the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), and the Australian Medical Council (AMC).
If you decide to make OUM your home for Medical Education, here’s what you can expect:
- Global Exposure with Local Impact: Join a diverse student body with peers from Canada, Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, Samoa, and the US, guided by knowledgeable faculty familiar with international licensing requirements.
- Online Curriculum: Complete pre-clinical studies in instructor-led virtual classrooms followed by traditional hands-on clinical rotations.
- Supportive Networks: Access strong networks of affiliated teaching hospitals and dedicated faculty focused on student success.
- Unique International Experience: All students participate in a four-week elective rotation at OUM’s primary teaching hospital in Samoa, gaining unique cultural and clinical exposure.
Student & Graduate Testimonials
I love that OUM allows me to organize my study schedule in a flexible way that accommodates my personal and professional obligations.
I love that OUM allows me to organize my study schedule in a flexible way that accommodates my personal and professional obligations. I am thrilled to be in a medical program that facilitates and supports me in my journey to becoming a physician. OUM was my number one choice of medical schools to attend and I would recommend this program to any prospective students.
Stephen Martin
Pre-Clinical Student
OUM’s hands-on training in Samoa strengthened my clinical confidence
I appreciated OUM’s approach and all my clinical rotations, especially the opportunity to learn in Samoa, which was incredible. Gaining hands-on experience in various areas, such as assisting with surgical procedures, performing deliveries, and working in the emergency, pediatrics, and internal medicine departments, really helped me refine my clinical skills and built my confidence in working in rural and remote settings.
Sonja Bruin
Class of 2014
Financial Assistance for Canadians Available
There are a variety of financial assistance options available for Canadian students depending on which province you reside in.
- Financial assistance options are available for eligible Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and those eligible to become permanent residents. Permanent resident status must be gained prior to applying for financial assistance.
- Student grants and loans are managed by provincial and territorial student aid offices; application forms are available on their websites. Applicants are responsible for checking their provincial and territorial student aid websites to determine their eligibility for student aid and what student aid is available.
- OUM is a designated institution for Canadian financial aid purposes. (CODE ZUDG)
- OUM does not calculate eligibility for financial aid for Canadian students seeking financial aid; those decisions are made by the granting body.
- Some provinces/territories might need additional information from OUM for application completion.
- Additional support options are available for underrepresented student groups. Please consult Canada Student Grants and Loans or your provincial/territorial student aid office for further information.
- Students may be eligible to apply for professional lines of credit with their financial institution.
- OUM encourages applicants to check the amount of funding available to them prior to commencing their studies. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they can cover the cost of tuition, fees, and living expenses for the MD Program.
- Tuition in Canadian Dollars: Financial planning made easier with tuition and fees payable in CAD. Financial aid options are available for eligible students in Canada.