Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does a student have to pass USMLE Step 1 to be able to carry on to the third year of medical school ?
   
   Answer: No, students are required to apply for and take the USMLE step 1 prior to entering the third year. If a student fails this test he/she WILL be allowed to enter the third year, although we strongly suggest the student re-takes the test as soon as possible. Passing USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 is obligatory by the end of the internship year (5th year) and for obtaining a Westhill Medical Diploma.

4. Does a student need to be bilingual to apply for the International Program ?
   
   Answer: No, the first 2 years of medical school are in English. This means both lectures and books are in English. An intensive Spanish language course is part of the program, thus students will most likely be familiar with Spanish by the end of the second year.

5. Do all applicants need to take Westhill’s premedical course and admission test?
   
   Answer: No, Applicants that can proof basic pre-med requirements needed for entrance into a U.S. Medical School and provide their MCAT scores, can waive both course and test.
   
   Westhill University offers a 180 hour pre-medical course that is mandatory for applicants unable to fulfill pre-med requirements or for applicants that have only graduated High School or have a GED.

 

Students Loans
Westhill University Medical School does not offer any form of Financial aid at this time.

Housing & Acomodations
Westhill University does not have a campus housing system. However our office staff will be more than glad to provide you with information and assistance regarding rental apartments and other housing options in the University’s proximity.