Canada
Medical school admissions in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador has one medical school, in St. John's. This page sets out how the province's process is structured. Requirements and seat allocations change between cycles, so confirm the current details on each school's own admissions page.
How you apply
Memorial University Faculty of Medicine applies through the university's own portal.
In-province and out-of-province eligibility
Memorial prioritizes applicants from Newfoundland and Labrador, with additional seats designated for other Atlantic provinces and a limited number beyond that.
What is specific to Newfoundland and Labrador
- Atlantic applicants often apply to both Memorial and Dalhousie, which are the two schools in the region.
- A written non-academic component is assessed alongside academic metrics.
Medical schools in Newfoundland and Labrador
| School | City | MCAT | CASPer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial | St. John's | Competitive | Required |
Each school publishes its own requirements. Confirm them on the official admissions page before planning around them.
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Keep reading
- In-province vs out-of-province: where you are actually competitive
- The full Canadian application timeline
- Preparing for CASPer
- How the MMI works
- Requirements at every Canadian medical school
- Mentorship and individual services
Other provinces
Applying in Newfoundland and Labrador this cycle?
Start with a candidate intake enquiry. We will look at where you are eligible and what your file actually needs.