University of Ottawa Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Program
The University of Ottawa's UGME program leading to the Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) includes 147 weeks of instruction (72 weeks of which are devoted to clinical work) scheduled over 4 calendar years. Preclerkship is devoted to the teaching and learning of biomedical sciences, whereas Clerkship is devoted to clinical work.
This program is offered in English and in French. Academic Requirements: • at least 3 years of undergraduate study OR currently enrolled as a third-year full-time undergraduate student with 2 years of full-time studies in a program leading to a university bachelor's degree • minimum GPA of 3.5 on the 4.0 scale • 2 full course equivalents (FCEs) in life sciences • Completion of Prerequisite Courses* Non-academic Requirements: • Autobiographical Sketch (ABS) • Verifiers • 3 references • Casper** • Successful interview *Prerequisite Courses: each specific prerequisite course must be completed with a minimum grade of 3.0 on the 4.0 scale. Units are equivalent to credits. The requirements are: • 6 units in Humanities/Social Sciences• 6 units in Biology (Anatomy and Physiology courses are acceptable.) • 3 units in Organic Chemistry• 3 units in General Chemistry• 3 units in Biochemistry• 3 units in Statistics• Laboratory Requirement: a laboratory component in 2 of the science courses from the categories listed or have completed 1 exclusive laboratory course equivalent to 6 units. **Casper: The Casper test is not required for candidates who qualify under the Indigenous Program pathway.
This program is offered in English and in French. Academic Requirements: • at least 3 years of undergraduate study OR currently enrolled as a third-year full-time undergraduate student with 2 years of full-time studies in a program leading to a university bachelor's degree • minimum GPA of 3.5 on the 4.0 scale • 2 full course equivalents (FCEs) in life sciences • Completion of Prerequisite Courses* Non-academic Requirements: • Autobiographical Sketch (ABS) • Verifiers • 3 references • Casper** • Successful interview *Prerequisite Courses: each specific prerequisite course must be completed with a minimum grade of 3.0 on the 4.0 scale. Units are equivalent to credits. The requirements are: • 6 units in Humanities/Social Sciences• 6 units in Biology (Anatomy and Physiology courses are acceptable.) • 3 units in Organic Chemistry• 3 units in General Chemistry• 3 units in Biochemistry• 3 units in Statistics• Laboratory Requirement: a laboratory component in 2 of the science courses from the categories listed or have completed 1 exclusive laboratory course equivalent to 6 units. **Casper: The Casper test is not required for candidates who qualify under the Indigenous Program pathway.
Indigenous Program (First Nations, Inuit and Métis Candidates)
The University of Ottawa reserve up to 7 seats for eligible Indigenous applicants each year.
To be considered under the Indigenous Program pathway, you must: 1. Meet the general admission requirements (academic and non-academic) with the following 2 exceptions: • The Casper test is not required for candidates who qualify under the Indigenous Program pathway. • The CGPA will be calculated based on the candidate’s best 3 years of full-time university studies
(both undergraduate and graduate studies).
2. Follow the general application and selection processes. 3. Submit the additional required documents.
You must submit admission materials, as per the core MD admission process, and the following additional materials by the stated deadlines: 1. Proof of Indigenous identity, as per the University of Ottawa Eligibility for Focused Admissions, Scholarships and Bursaries for First Nations, Inuit and Métis People academic regulation. 2. A letter that includes the following: • A declaration of Indigenous identity with specific information about your First Nation, Treaty, community or organizational affiliation. • A request for consideration under the alternative admissions process. • Details on your academic and personal background. • An explanation of your reasons and motivation for wishing to become a physician. 3. A letter of recommendation from your First Nation, Band Council, Tribal Council, Treaty organization, or your community or organizational affiliation. We highly recommend that that you email the Indigenous Program Coordinator prior to submitting your application to confirm the validity of your proof of Indigenous identity. You will not be considered for admission if you do not have valid proof of Indigenous identity and did not write the Casper test.
You must submit admission materials, as per the core MD admission process, and the following additional materials by the stated deadlines: 1. Proof of Indigenous identity, as per the University of Ottawa Eligibility for Focused Admissions, Scholarships and Bursaries for First Nations, Inuit and Métis People academic regulation. 2. A letter that includes the following: • A declaration of Indigenous identity with specific information about your First Nation, Treaty, community or organizational affiliation. • A request for consideration under the alternative admissions process. • Details on your academic and personal background. • An explanation of your reasons and motivation for wishing to become a physician. 3. A letter of recommendation from your First Nation, Band Council, Tribal Council, Treaty organization, or your community or organizational affiliation. We highly recommend that that you email the Indigenous Program Coordinator prior to submitting your application to confirm the validity of your proof of Indigenous identity. You will not be considered for admission if you do not have valid proof of Indigenous identity and did not write the Casper test.