Founded in 1976 with the goal of drawing the best talent and practices from around the world, St. George’s University (SGU) has become a leading center for academic excellence worldwide. With students and faculty drawn from more than 150 countries, SGU is truly an international institution, with a uniquely global perspective, perfectly poised to help educate students in this rapidly changing world. St. George’s University School of Medicine has a four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program or offers five-, six-, and seven-year Medical Degree Pathways with entry points available for students from any education system around the world. SGU has a large network of 75+ affiliated hospitals and health centers in the US and UK and also has a unique opportunity for students to begin their medical career in Grenada, the United Kingdom, or India.
SGU Highlights
- Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) exemption for international applicants
- Students may start in Grenada, UK or India, depending on year of entry
- Clinical rotations in US or UK
- No other medical school in the world provides more new doctors to the US healthcare system. Over 980 US residencies in 2022.1
- SGU graduates have practiced at all US News and World Report Top 20 US Hospitals.2
- SGU is the largest source of physicians licensed in the US- more than any other medical school in the world.3
- 94% USMLE Step 1 pass rate for international first-time test takers over the last three years.4
- 19,000+ MD graduates in the US and around the world are part of a strong alumni network
1 As the medical school graduating the largest number of students annually, SGU places the largest number of graduates into residency programs each year, based on internal SGU graduate and residency placement data as of May 2022.
2 According to US News and World Report, 2021-2022
3 According to FSMB physician licensure data, 2021
4 Average of 2019, 2020, 2021 scores. First-time pass rate is defined as the number of students passing USMLE Step 1 on their first attempt divided by the total number of students who applied to a US residency program in a given year as of May 2022.
SGU Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program
Entry points are available for students from any education system around the world—including a four-year program for those entering with an undergraduate degree. Students presenting secondary school (or Advanced Level, International Baccalaureate, etc.) credentials are placed into the five-, six- or seven-year programs based on academic background and performance.
SGU India Pathway: A 5-year Medical Degree Pathway
St. George’s University in association with Ramaiah Group of Instituitions, India, are working together to enable aspirants from India and around the world to obtain a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and practice medicine in the US or UK. During the five-year pathway, students have the opportunity to experience global healthcare systems across several countries: Year 1 in India, Year 2 in the UK or Grenada, Year 3 in Grenada, and Years 4 and 5 in the US or UK.
The one-year Preclinical Certificate program at Ramaiah curriculum is closely aligned with what preclinical students are taking at the SGU campus in Grenada or at Northumbria University, our partner university in the UK. During this first year in India, students are offered a variety of opportunities to prepare for their studies and life in Grenada, or a combination of Grenada and the UK, in the following four years of their MD study.
SGU UK Pathway: 4 MD Program and 5-,6-Year Medical Degree Pathway
Thanks to a partnership that exists between SGU School of Medicine and Northumbria University (NU) in Newcastle, United Kingdom, SGU gives international students the opportunity to earn an MD and complete up to 50 percent of their degree in the UK. Four-, five, and six-year MD students who begin their studies at NU will complete one year of integrated basic sciences at our technologically advanced campus in Grenada.
Staff from both SGU and NU teach on the same two-year basic sciences program schedule. As the programs mirror each other, entry requirements, curriculum, and testing cadence all follow the same principles and schedules, allowing students to receive the exact same educational foundation regardless of location.
International partnership with Northumbria University (NU), St. George’s University (SGU) provides the opportunity for you to earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and complete up to three years in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK through the St. George’s University of Grenada School of Medicine/Northumbria University Four-Year MD Program, as well as Five- and Six-Year Medical Degree Pathways (SGU/NU). The SGU/NU partnership has welcomed more than 2,000 medical students to Newcastle since commencing in 2007.
The partnership offers one program and two pathways: a four-year MD program (MD4), a five-year Medical Degree Pathway, and a six-year Medical Degree Pathway. The length of the program depends on the candidate’s entry qualifications. Each program allows students to complete the first part of their education at NU in Newcastle, and to obtain a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree awarded by SGU on graduation.
SGU Clinical Training at 75+ Hospitals in Two Countries
SGU has developed long-standing relationships with many hospital and clinical center partners in the US and UK. These trusted connections allow our students to gain a breadth of knowledge with different patient populations in a variety of environments and gain valuable international experience. A student who makes full use of all of the clinical opportunities at SGU will graduate having experienced medicine as it is practiced and taught in Grenada, the US, and UK.
As part of our affiliated hospital network, SGU has clinical centers which are defined as a hospital that can provide at least four core clinical rotations, as well as providing sub-internships, primary care rotations and electives. SGU has a director of medical education, clerkship directors, faculty, and support staff at affiliated clinical sites to oversee our university-led clinical program. This ensures that our students’ clinical training is cohesive and consistent.
SGU Entry Requirements
| Program | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 4-Year MD Program | Bachelor’s degree in the requisite sciences |
| 5-Year Medical Degree Pathway (or 4MD + 1 Year Preclinical) | Advanced Levels: Minimum 3 subjects with A's and B's in Biology, Chemistry, and either Math or Physics; Math or Physics can be accepted at AS level with strong non-science third A level. Approved foundation programs: SGU recognizes and approves a range of science/medical pathway programs. Full IB Diploma: Requires a minimum score of 32 points; 3 HL science subjects recommended; minimum of 2 HL subjects required, which must include Chemistry and Biology; results 5 or higher. India 10+2 or CBSE: Minimum of 80% average with no grade below 80% in Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics, and English. |
| 6-Year Medical Degree Pathway (or 4MD + 2 Years Preclinical) | Secondary school diploma: Strong science performance, SABIS High School. Further education: AS Levels, Baccalaureate, South Africa Matric, Higher School Exam, Irish Leaving Certificate, WASSCE |
| 7-Year Medical Degree Pathway (or 4MD + 3 Years Preclinical) | IGCSE: B or better in minimum 6 subjects, which include Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics, and English |
SGU English Requirements
If English is not their principal language, the applicant must have achieved a 7.0 on each band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or a minimum score of 100 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). We also accept other English exams:
- Password-Skills – Scoring is the same as IELTS scoring for direct entry
- C1 Advanced – A score of 186 overall is required for direct entry
- PTE Academic – A score of 85 overall is required for direct entry
SGU Application
SGU operates a rolling intake and The School of Medicine begins first-term classes in mid-August, mid-January and mid-April. To apply please fill out online application at sgu.edu/apply-now. Alternatively contact admission@sgu.edu or SGU representative in your country for enquiries.
SGU Tuition Fees
- 4-Year MD Program- USD 318,640*
- 5-Year Medical Degree Pathway (4-Year MD + 1 Year Preclinical)- USD 355,372*
- 6-Year Medical Degree Pathway (or 4MD + 2 Year Preclinical)- USD 392,104*
- 7-Year Medical Degree Pathway (or 4MD + 3 Year Preclinical)- USD 428,836*
*Figures based on academic year 2021-2022 rates and are subject to change. Historically, rates have increased 4% per year on average and students are expected to plan accordingly.
SGU Living Expenses
It is suggested that students review the remaining items in the cost of attendance below in order to assess their ability to fund their entire education. Living and travel expenses will vary amongst each individual’s country of origin and lifestyle choices. However, it is important to understand additional costs that may be incurred and plan for these expenses if needed.
| Year | Term | Housing | Food | Transport | Books | Insurance | Air Evac | Misc | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preclinical Year I | - | $8,734 | $2,880 | $3,136 | $306 | $3,270 | $195 | $6,688 | $25,209 |
| Preclinical Year II | - | $8,734 | $2,880 | $3,136 | $306 | $3,270 | $195 | $6,688 | $25,209 |
| Preclinical Year III | - | $8,734 | $2,880 | $3,136 | $306 | $3,270 | $195 | $6,688 | $25,209 |
| Medical Year I: Basic Principles of Medicine | Term 1 | $6,599 | $1,530 | $1,568 | $2,274 | $3,270 | $195 | $3,553 | $18,989 |
| Term 2 | $6,599 | $1,620 | $1,568 | $536 | $0 | $0 | $3,762 | $14,085 | |
| Medical Year II: Principles of Clinical Medicine | Term 3 & 4 | $8,825 | $2,160 | $1,568 | $770 | $3,270 | $195 | $5,016 | $21,804 |
| Term 5 | $6,599 | $1,620 | $1,568 | $184 | $0 | $0 | $3,762 | $13,733 | |
| Medical Year III: Core Clerkship | Term 1 | $6,620 | $1,248 | $1,568 | $100 | $3,270 | $0 | $3,344 | $16,150 |
| Term 2 | $6,620 | $1,248 | $1,568 | $100 | $0 | $0 | $3,344 | $12,880 | |
| Medical Year IV: Advanced Clinical | Term 3 | $6,620 | $1,248 | $1,568 | $100 | $3,270 | $0 | $3,344 | $16,150 |
| Term 4 | $6,620 | $1,248 | $1,568 | $100 | $0 | $0 | $3,344 | $12,880 | |
| Term 5 | $6,620 | $1,248 | $1,568 | $100 | $0 | $0 | $3,344 | $12,880 |
*Figures based on 2021-2022 estimated living expenses. The cost of living may increase every year and students are expected to plan accordingly.
SGU Scholarships
Global Bursary Scholarship
Partial-tuition bursary awards are available to eligible non-US citizens/permanent residents entering the St. George’s University of Grenada School of Medicine/Northumbria University (SGU/NU) Four-Year MD Program.
The Global Scholars Bursary program is committed to promoting a student body made up of diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds specifically within the SGU/NU program, which will contribute to a worldwide medical community.
Partial-tuition bursary are awarded to international students who exhibit academic excellence and demonstrate financial need. These awards are grants-in-aid and do not have to be repaid.
International Peace Bursary
Partial-tuition bursary awards are available to eligible non-US citizen/permanent residents who demonstrate financial need and can fund the balance of their education beyond the bursary award.
The International Peace Bursary program is committed to promoting a student body made up of diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds that will contribute to a worldwide medical community.
Partial-tuition bursary awards are granted to international students dedicated to the enhancement of medical care systems. These awards are grants-in-aid and do not have to be repaid.
SGU Office of Career Guidance and Student Development
The Office of Career Guidance and Student Development (OCG) assists students in the Doctor of Medicine program to find their way through postgraduate medical training and licensure procedures effectively and successfully. The OCG is staffed by faculty and alumni who can advise students on preparing for licensing examinations and offer counseling in specialty and residency selection, as well as the residency application process in the United States and the United Kingdom. Students are provided advice on the importance of preparation for the required comprehensive examinations as well as the USMLE Step 1, examination requirements, clinical rotation time schedules, and obtaining postgraduate training.
Facilitated by the Department of Educational Services (DES), St. George’s University offers several foundation and support programs to prepare students for the study of medicine and veterinary medicine. DES works closely with students to provide advisement and learning aid services as they proceed through the following programs.
Facilities
The Grenada campus rises atop a peninsula in the southwest corner of Grenada and is a beautiful combination of Georgian architecture visually enhanced with vivid Caribbean colors. More than 65 buildings spread across the vibrant seaside location on 42 acres of land, spread out in a peninsula in the southwest corner of Grenada.
The architecture of the buildings is Georgian. The campus hosts a beautiful black sand beach known as Mandem Beach, which lies to the west of the campus.
The campus is always expanding to keep up with the latest technologies and to provide students with the best learning environment. The campus features a state-of-the art library, lecture halls, study spaces, labs, a bank, a mailroom, a playing field, a variety of dining and coffee outlets, dormitories, events venues, a security center, a gorgeous beachfront, a bookstore, a psychological services center, a healthcare clinic, as well as a multi-purpose fitness & wellness center. Getting around our safe, secure campus is easy. We operate a regular shuttle service (from 7am to 2am) around the campus and within a 5-mile area around the campus.
Students are the first to say they need something to take their attention away from studying for the little while each day they can do so – a way to relax and de-stress, taking care of your physical and mental wellness. There is an abundance of outdoor sports and recreation opportunities:
- You can see the underwater sculpture park up top.
- 80% of students get scuba certified – Grenada is one of the Top 5 dive spots in the world, and last year’s #1 in the Caribbean.
- You can hit the gym, play basketball, cricket, and soccer, or do running, swimming, and yoga, amongst other options.
We have a wide variety of clubs and student interest groups on campus, which includes spiritual, cultural, professional, philanthropic, athletic, Student Government, and many other groups. At the moment, there are 65 official student interest groups and clubs available for you to choose from. They offer great opportunities to find new friends, build a great network for your life beyond your med school studies, and to develop a range of important skills. We are also proud to be the largest chapter of AMSA – the American Medical Student Association - in the world. To see the beautiful campus, please take a virtual campus tour: www.sgu.edu/VR/
SGU Accommodations
Students who are non-citizens of Grenada must live on campus for at least their first two terms. Living on campus provides more opportunities to work and socialize with other students and faculty than off-campus life, giving you more time to meet people, cultivate relationships with faculty members, and make new friends. Your education will be enhanced by the opportunity to access study groups, campus activities, the library, and recreational facilities.
The campus provides a wide range of accommodations to best suit the needs of our multicultural student community.
Most of the residences have been configured as suites with either single or double bedrooms, its own bathroom, and a common kitchen/living area. In addition, all apartments have air conditioning, internet access, and complimentary cleaning and maintenance services.
Residence halls have laundry facilities and all bedrooms are furnished with twin-size beds, chairs, desks, closet space, and bookshelves. Kitchen facilities include a refrigerator, cooktop stove, and microwave.
Dormitories are staffed with Resident Assistants (RAs), who foster a community of mutual respect and cooperation, and provide assistance to students when needed. RAs are available to ensure that students are issued keys and comfortably settled into their rooms; they are available to handle emergencies 24/7.
To find out more about our campus housing, please visit:
https://www.sgu.edu/accepted-%20students/housing-information/
SGU Life in Grenada
Grenada is a peaceful nation, and widely considered one of the most welcoming in the Caribbean. The US Department of State assigns Grenada a level-one rating, which means it is in the safest group out of the four groups that the US Department of State uses to classify countries by their average crime rates. In addition, SGU’s security officers patrol the university grounds 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
The country has a tropical climate. The average temperature in Grenada is 27 degrees Celsius. The average water temperature is 29 degrees Celsius.
Students who study in Grenada can access quality healthcare through an on-campus clinic. University Health Services (UHS) provides medical support to the SGU community and offers a wide variety of services, from primary healthcare to off-hours urgent care.
All SGU students who are non-citizens of Grenada can easily obtain their visa on arrival, on presenting their SGU acceptance documents.
Grenada is located close to the US and Canada. Several major airlines offer direct flights to Grenada.
- American Airlines has a non-stop service from Miami: 3h45mins
- JetBlue Airways operates a non-stop service from New York: 4h40mins
- Delta Airlines operates a non-stop service from Atlanta: 4h30mins
- Air Canada operates a non-stop service from Toronto: 5h15mins
- Condor operates a non-stop flight from Frankfurt: 10h15mins
- British Airways & Virgin Atlantic offer direct flights from London: 11h30mins
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