Academics FAQ
Pre-Clinicals
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Will the Spring 2024 academic period be on campus?
Yes. Students are expected to join AUA faculty and staff, as well as fellow students, in person on our Preclinical Sciences campus in Antigua for the Spring 2024 academic period.
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I’ve registered for the Global Health Track (GHT). When does it start, and how will instruction be administered?
GHT students will begin the academic program in person and on campus as originally scheduled. Please check the academic calendar here for GHT start dates.
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When does BSIC start for Spring 2024, and how will instruction be administered?
Instruction will be administered on campus. All fully vaccinated students will need to be in Antigua 3 days before your in-person enrollment confirmation. This time period will allow for the quarantine and PCR testing.
Please check the academic calendar here for dates.
Clinicals
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How did COVID-19 affect clinical rotations at AUA?
AUA has been able to maintain the academic integrity of its clinical program during the pandemic. Clinical rotations have been continued at those affiliated teaching hospitals where student and patient safety was not compromised. Several clinical rotations were modified in order to ensure student and patient safety while learning objectives were met.
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How is AUA managing COVID-19 for its clinical students?
AUA’s clinical administration is monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak closely and continues to follow recommendations set by the CDC, in addition to other federal, local, and hospital regulations.
