About St. George University

Founded in 1976 with the goal of drawing the best talent and practices from around the world, St. George’s University has become a leading center for academic excellence worldwide. With students and faculty drawn from more than 140 countries, we truly are an international institution, with a uniquely global perspective, perfectly poised to help educate students in this rapidly changing world.

ADVANTAGES OF JOINING ST. GEORGE UNIVERSITY

  • #1 international provider of physicians licensed in the US—more than any other non-US medical school in the world.*
  • No other medical school in the world provides more new doctors to the US healthcare system. Over 1085 US residencies in 2020…and counting.*
  • 92% of eligible non-US 2020 graduates who applied for a US postgraduate position obtained one at the time of graduation.**
  • The university has over 75 affiliated hospitals in the US and UK, and offers clinical rotations in the US and UK.
  • In 2020, St. George's University's international students achieved a 93% first-time pass rate on the USMLE Step 1***
  • In total, SGU has granted more than USD$100 million in scholarships.
  • Access to the most advanced medical and laboratory facilities.
  • Internship and Specialization in US or UK territories.
  • Student population: 75% US citizens and 25% non-US citizens (international).

* Data as of May 2020 | ** Data as of September 2019; includes non-US/permanent residents | *** http://www.usmle.org/performance-data

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Doctor Of Medicine (MD) Program - 4 years

  • 4 Years |  Full-time | 86 credits + two years clinical

SGU’s School of Medicine, the premier Caribbean medical school, offers a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree program that provides both practical and critical thinking skills needed to succeed as a practicing physician.

Our 42-acre Grenada campus offers a beautiful, encouraging environment that both supports and challenges you during medical school.

Four-Year MD Curriculum Overview:

The four-year MD program consists of a 157-week curriculum that is typically completed within four calendar years.

The MD program is broken down into two phases: Basic Sciences and Clinical Training.

  • Year 1 and Year 2 (Basic Sciences), students complete their courses on the True Blue Campus in Grenada. Students learn through traditional lectures and laboratory sessions augmented by small–group sessions and case–based learning exercises.
  • Year 3 and Year 4 (Clinical Training) happens at SGU affiliated hospitals and clinics across the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Grenada using bedside teaching and augmented by lectures, small groups, and directed study.

The curriculum for our four-year program gives you the foundation needed to succeed as a physician, and prepares you to grow your practice into a thriving career in medicine.

Grenada Campus

Next intake: August, September, October

Language:   English


Doctor Of Medicine (MD) Program - 5 years

  • 5 Years |  Full-time | 1 year of preclinical coursework | 2 years of clinical training in affiliated hospitals in the US or UK

For Students with Advanced Level or International Baccalaureate credentials.

The five-year medical degree program at St. George’s University, the premier Caribbean medical school, is designed specifically for students with Advanced Level or International Baccalaureate credentials who have a desire to become a doctor. 

  • Students build on an existing academic background in science with entry-level medical degree coursework in anatomy, physiology, and other foundational sciences.
  • The beginning medical degree coursework will set our five-year students up for success in the basic science courses and clinical sciences phases of the MD degree program in SGU’s medical school.

Five-Year Entry Qualifications*

  • 3 Advanced Levels: A’s and B’s in Chemistry, Biology, and either Math or Physics
  • CAPE Units 1 and 2: Minimum grade of 2 in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Math. If applicant has a 1 at CAPE 1 level in either Physics or Math, then another subject can be considered.
  • Full IB Diploma with strong grades. 3HL science courses recommended; 2HL required.
  • Associate degree: 60 credits, or equivalent, with biology, chemistries, and mathematics.
  • 10 + 2 for India and Nepal with a score of 80% in all classes

*Please note, there are entry qualifications for many countries and examination boards. Please work with your admissions officer to determine what entry qualifications and examination boards are needed from your home country.

Grenada Campus

Next intake: August, September, October

Language:   English


Doctor Of Medicine (MD) Program - 6 years

  • 6 Years |  Full-time | 2 years of preclinical coursework | 2 years of clinical training in affiliated hospitals in the US or UK

For Students with AS Levels, and the South African or Australian Matric Examination Qualifications.

The six-year Doctor of Medicine preclinical program at SGU provides foundation sciences necessary for mastering the basic and clinical sciences phases of the program later in the MD curriculum.

Dual BSc/MD Degree Option

By entering SGU’s six-year preclinical program, you may be eligible to earn a Bachelor of Science on your way to completing your Doctor of Medicine.

The BSc/MD option allows you to complete your undergraduate degree through three years of undergraduate and preclinical courses.

Admission Requirements*

  • AS Levels “Advanced Subsidiary Levels”
  • Baccalaureate
  • South African Matric
  • Australian Matric
  • Higher School Exam
  • Irish Leaving Certificate
  • Senior Certificate

The curriculum for our six-year program gives you the foundation needed to succeed as a physician and prepares you to grow your practice into a thriving career in medicine.

Grenada Campus

Next intake: August, September, October

Language:   English


Doctor Of Medicine (MD) Program - 7 years

  • 7 Years |  Full-time | 3 years of preclinical coursework | 2 years of clinical training in affiliated hospitals in the US or UK

For students who have secondary school credentials.

The seven-year Doctor of Medicine program is designed for students who have secondary school credentials who need to study a complete course in the foundation sciences before beginning the medical degree program.

Medical career training adapted to your academic background.

With a focus on preclinical sciences, social sciences, and humanities, the seven-year entry point prepares students for the rigors of medical school by providing a strong support system around a solid preclinical curriculum.

Dual BS/MD Degree Option

By entering SGU’s seven-year preclinical program, you may be eligible to earn a Bachelor of Science on your way to completing your Doctor of Medicine.

The BS/MD option allows you to complete your undergraduate degree through three years of undergraduate and preclinical courses.

Admission Requirements*

Secondary School Diploma: A secondary school diploma with a strong performance in science.  The following secondary school qualifications can be considered for the seven-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program entry:

  • AS Levels “Advanced Subsidiary Levels”
  • Senior Certificate
  • High School Exam
  • Irish Leaving Certificate
  • Baccalaureate
  • South African Matric
  • Australian Matric

International students are exempt from the MCAT admission requirement, but must fully meet our English language requirements if English is not their principal language.

Grenada Campus

Next intake: August, September, October

Language:   English



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