Global Medical Education Atlas

This directory provides a comprehensive list of medical schools worldwide. Search schools by your top criteria and streamline your application planning.

St George's University

Grenada

Ross University School of Medicine

Barbados

Avalon University School of Medicine

Curaçao

University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and...

Canada

How to choose a medical school

The first step to becoming a physician is finding the best school for you. Sifting through the huge number of institutions is easier when you have a systematic strategy in place: A well-crafted plan is half the battle won.

Review your requirements

Think about what you need from your ideal medical school and write it down. You may consider:

Entry requirements (GPA/MCAT scores, deadlines, prerequisites)
Location
Tuition costs, scholarships, and cost of living in the area
Teaching style and organizational aspects
Success metrics like match rates or board exam pass rates
School culture and values

Make sure to prioritize your requirements: What is a must-have? What would be a nice addition? How competitive is your academic background?

Use MedEdAtlas to create your school list

This directory contains a comprehensive list of global institutions that offer education toward a licence as a medical doctor. Take your list of requirements, and get to comparing! Collect the information in a spreadsheet to keep an overview.

Get expert guidance for your application

Lecturio helps you get into your dream med school with expert guidance on your application, plus gives you everything you need to ace the MCAT and excel in medical school—all in one place.

How to get into your dream med school

Introduction: Who are You? – How to Get into Medical School

Medical School: How to study, read and learn – Medical School Survival Guide

What to study before Med School – Medical School Survival Guide

Preparing for Life at Med School – Medical School Survival Guide

Boost your institution's listing

The Medical Education Atlas provides a comprehensive compilation of the information previously contained in the IMED and Avicenna directories.

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FAQs

Where to study medicine?

Choosing your medical school will majorly impact your career goals and how you get there. Before you apply, assess your priorities and write them down: Do you want to study close to home, or in a specific location? What are your financial constraints? Do you have requirements regarding the teaching style or clinical opportunities?

What are the best medical schools?

The “best” medical school is one that fits your goals and where you’ll thrive. While rankings exist (Harvard, Johns Hopkins, Stanford), focus on factors like match rates, board pass rates, and program strengths in your areas of interest rather than just prestigious names.

How to make a medical school list?

Set up a spreadsheet to compare your key criteria.
Start researching and collecting schools that fit your requirements.
Check the acceptance rates and review prerequisite requirements. Add this information to your sheet.
Calculate costs of tuition and living expenses overall, and add that to the sheet as well.
Categorize and prioritize the schools according to priority and chances (reach, target, and safety schools).

What medical schools should I apply for?

Your medical school list should, of course, include schools that match your goals and requirements. When you’re applying, you also have to consider your chances on top of your wishes: Apply to schools where your academic stats fall within their average acceptance ranges. It is best to include a mix of “reach schools” (slightly above your stats), “target schools” (matching your stats), and “safety schools” (below your stats).

How many medical schools should I apply for?

Most successful applicants apply to 15-25 schools to maximize chances of acceptance. The exact number depends on your competitiveness as an applicant. Also consider your budget for application fees.

Can my institution be listed?

Yes! Medical institutions can contact Lecturio’s team to discuss being listed on the platform here.

About Us

MedEd Atlas was founded by a medical doctor who, while searching for a medical school, dedicated extensive hours to researching program and regulatory details across multiple websites. Faced with the complexity of piecing together this information, the founder envisioned a solution to streamline the process for future doctors. Collaborating with their peers, a sales and marketing professional, and a tech team, MedEd Atlas was brought to fruition. Driven by a passion for higher education, medicine, and a commitment to continuous improvement, progress, and innovation, we are excited to present the world’s premier medical education information platform.