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Start your MD adventure

Discover our medical program

For almost 15 years, The University of Queensland and Ochsner Health have worked together to train future physician leaders. We have developed a unique pathway which, enables students to train across two continents, leveraging the resources of two world class institutions. 

Watch Discover the UQ-Ochsner MD program on YouTube.

Entry requirements

  • MCAT 504, GPA B average, two-course prerequisites and an interview.
  • We've developed four online short courses to aid assessed applicants who don't meet the subject prerequisites. 
  • Available for U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents.
  • Letter of recommendation, personal statement, experience, or resume is not required.
  • Applications are now open for a January 2026 start.
  • No application fee.

How to apply: https://ochsner.uq.edu.au/admissions/apply

Book a chat

We’ve scheduled drop-in sessions for you to have a one-to-one Zoom with either a member of the Enrollment team or a current UQ-Ochsner medical student.

Webinar: Start your medical school journey with UQ-Ochsner

Our unique pathway allows medical students to train across two continents, utilizing the resources of two world-class institutions, The University of Queensland and Ochsner Health. Join our webinar to discover how you can begin your medical journey and make a difference with a global medical education.

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Years 1 and 2

Years 1 and 2 of the program is completed in Brisbane, Australia. In Year 1, you will learn from experts in biomedical sciences, public health and social sciences, and clinical leaders. During Year 2, you will continue to develop your clinical and professional skills through clinical coaching, case-based learning and longitudinal clinical placements in the community and hospital.  

  •  Integrated case-based learning with early patient contact.
  •  Longitudinal clinical placements in the community and hospital.
  •  Access to a wide range of student support.
  •  300+ days of sunshine.
Brisbane skyline

Years 3 and 4

Hands-on clinical practice takes place at Ochsner Health in New Orleans, Louisiana, in years 3 and 4. During these two year you will rotate through a range of immersive clinical experiences in hospital and community settings, providing you with opportunities to develop as a well-rounded graduate as you prepare to progress into residency training.

Graduate outcomes

Residencies

Our graduates secure residencies in highly competitive programs at leading US hospitals.

97% match rate for 2025

Testament to the quality of students entering our program as well as the curriculum taught.

Top 3 choice: 63%

63 per cent of the graduating class matched into one of their top 3 residency choices.