Admission Process

At IAU, we have a trimester system,(three semesters per year) for the Four-Year M.D. Program with intakes in September, January, and May (see the academic calendar for specific dates). Students may apply for admission to the program at any time throughout the year. Students are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible. .

Within two weeks after the completed application is received, an admissions counselor will schedule an interview to be done either over the telephone or personally in our Dallas, Texas office. Applicants are advised that being granted an interview is not a guarantee of acceptance.

The purpose of the interview is to evaluate the applicant regarding his or her:

• Intellectual and academic ability
• Communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of the medical field
• Hobbies, special talents, volunteer experience
• Personal qualities, character and motivation
• Willingness to be a team player
• Compassion, empathy and ability to deal with everyday issues
• The interview also allows the student to ask pertinent questions and to introduce any special circumstances that should be considered.

Following the Admissions Committee interview, the student will be notified of their admission status within two weeks. After receipt of the acceptance letter, the student is required to acknowledge their intention within 30 days by returning the acceptance response form included with their acceptance letter or by any other mode of communication to the Dallas Admissions Office. If accepting the admission, students must mail the seat deposit to our Admissions Office before the due date. This deposit will be credited towards the first semester tuition fees when the student matriculates. The deposit will not be refunded if the student rescinds his or her acceptance.