Campus Location

NOSM University has main campuses in Sudbury and Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.

Healthcare Programs Offered

The university offers the following healthcare programs:
– Doctor of Medicine (MD).
– Graduate Programs (MSc, PhD) in Medical Studies, Public Health, and more.
– Postgraduate Medical Education (Residency Programs).
– Continuing Medical Education.

Accreditation Status and Type

NOSM University is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS). It is recognized by the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). The MD program is approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME).

QS World Ranking

NOSM University is a specialized institution and does not have a separate QS ranking. It operates under the umbrella of Laurentian University (Sudbury) and Lakehead University (Thunder Bay), which are ranked in the 1001–1200 and 1201–1400 ranges, respectively, in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

Enrollment Numbers

  • The MD program enrolls approximately 64 students per year.
  • Total enrollment in NOSM University (including graduate and postgraduate programs) is around 500–700 students.

Tuition Fees

  • Domestic students: CAD 25,000–CAD 27,000 per year for the MD program.
  • International students: NOSM University does not currently admit international students to its MD program.

Application Requirements

To apply, candidates must:
– Hold an undergraduate degree with prerequisite courses (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
– Achieve a competitive GPA (typically 3.7+ on a 4.0 scale).
– Complete the CASPer (Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics) test.
– Submit letters of recommendation and a personal statement.
– Attend an interview (for shortlisted candidates).
– Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores are not required, which is unique to NOSM.

Year Established

NOSM University was established in 2005.

Medical Program Start Date

The MD program began in 2005.

Gender Admitted

Both male and female students are admitted to the programs.

Foreign Students Admitted

NOSM University does not currently admit international students to its MD program.

Admissions Contact Information

For admissions inquiries, contact: mdadmissions@nosm.ca.

For further details or updated information, it is recommended to contact the university directly or visit their official website.