TUITION AND FEES

Medical school tuition structure has been designed in a “student friendly” way, that makes a dream of medical career more affordable to every student interested in studying medicine. Medical school tuition and fees are due and payable prior to the beginning of each semester. Other school fees are due by the due date on the invoice, usually within 30 days. All students paying tuition and fees are entitled to the university services, facilities such as Library Services, Computer Rooms, and other education related services. Required fees must be paid by all students. The table below specifies the tuition, school fees and other student expenses per semester /4 months/ unless otherwise specified.

Payment for tuition fees are processed through American Academic Services and Technology, LLC.

All rates are subject to change.

Arbitration. All claims and disputes arising under or relating to WUHS policies and practices are to be settled by binding arbitration in the country of Belize.

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Fees Schedule	Premed	Basic Science	Clinicals
Full Tuition	$4,900	$5,900	$7,600
Incidentals/Lab Fees	$500	$500	$500
Medical Malpractice			$1200.00 paid in MD6 and MD9
Student Government Fee	$100	$100	$100

Housing Information (per semester). Off-Campus

Please contact apply@wuhs.edu.bz for housing information.

Other Fees (one time)

Fees Schedule	Premed	Basic Science	Clinicals
Application Fee	$100	$100	$100
Enrollment Reservation Fee	$1,000	$1,000	$1,000
Visa Processing Fee	$200	$200	$500
Registration Fee (one time)	$500	$500	$500
USMLE Certification(Step 1, Step2, CK/CS) each certification	n/a	n/a	$500
Graduation Fee	$250	$250	$1,500
Additional 4 week elective charge for elective weeks 25-28 in MD11			$3,500.00
Graduation Verification Prep			$1,800.00
Belize Ministry of Foreign Affairs Attestation Fee			$500.00

Estimated Expenses (approximate figures)

Fees Schedule	Premed	Basic Science	Clinicals
Required Textbooks	$200	$300	N/A
Enrollment Reservation Fee	$1,000	$1,000	$1,000
Off-Campus Housing	$300 – 500	$300 – 500	$700
Living Expenses	$400	$400	$500
Air Fare /roundtrip/	$600	$600	N/A

Per semester /4 months/. The rate includes water, electricity, A/C, Internet, Cable TV
A non-refundable one-time enrollment reservation fee due by the date specified in the acceptance letter to secure a place in class or rotations. At registration, it will be applied to the cost of tuition for students who matriculate through the University. The enrollment reservation fee (seat deposit) is non-refundable and will be forfeited by the student if the student withdraws and/or chooses not to attend the medical school.
Applies only to students who require visa. Does not apply to US, Canadian and European citizens or residents.

Other Fees

Late Payment Fee

10% of the semester total fee (applied only when past due).

Late Registration Fee

$500 (applied when student arrives on campus late (missing orientation) or when not attended scheduled rotation.

Deferment Fee

A $500 non-refundable fee to be paid with any request to defer the matriculation date after payment of the enrollment fee.

Medical Malpractice Insurance

Medical Malpractice Insurance through WUHS is a requirement of all clinical medicine students. Medical Malpractice Insurance will be charged during MD6 and MD9 semesters of clinical program. The current cost of medical malpractice insurance is $1200.00 and must be paid in full by the medical student to be eligible for clinical rotation participation. This fee may change during a program period based on premiums paid by the University.

Student Scrubs and Lab Coat Purchase (required)

Students are required to purchase a set of embroidered scrubs and an embroidered Lab Coat. Scrubs are required attire to all school labs. Embroidered scrubs and lab coat are required attire to all off campus learning facilities. Embroidered lab coats are required attire for students completing clinical rotations. All students are required to purchase their embroidered set of scrubs and embroidered lab coat. Please contact the admissions department for more information.

Financial Aid Application Fee

$200 (non-refundable) loan processing fee.

Average Cost of Living

Cost of living varies from student to student but on average you will need to budget about $600 US to $1000 US per month however roommates, conserving their utilities, cooking at home, and budgeting daily spending will help bring these costs down. The cost of transportation will vary depending on the ways to commute. Every student has different needs, so these amounts are ONLY meant as an average.

Payment Options

The Bursar’s Office is responsible for billing and collection of student fees. Payments may be made by credit/debit card, cash, money order, bank draft, or wire transfer. A student approved for loans but waiting for disbursement may provisionally register for classes.

US Military Discount

For all United States Active Duty and/or Military Veterans enrolled in the program; in appreciation of your service and commitment, Washington University of Health and Science would like to extend a 10% military service discount applied toward your semester tuition fee. Please contact the Admissions Department for more information.