Embark On Your Medical Education Journey
SGU’s School of Medicine graduates have practiced in more than 50 countries, making a global impact.
Seven-Year MD Program
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.
English language: An English exam is required for any prospective student whose country is not considered English-speaking as per UKVI*. However, if you obtained your undergraduate degree in any English-speaking country, there may be an exception. In this instance, you must request a waiver in order to be determined by the FSSC.
- IELTS- 7.0 on each band
- TOEFL- 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based), or 100 (internet-based). The University’s TOEFL code is 2864
- 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
*List of approved English speaking countries:
Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, United States of America
**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.
Temporary English Test Arrangements for January 2022
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, most testing centers that offer English language proficiency tests such as IETLS and TOEFL have suspended testing in many of the countries. It is anticipated that when centers do re-open, there will be a very large backlog of tests to clear.
To enable our international applicants who are planning to join the St. George’s University School of Medicine in January 2022 to meet our admissions documents’ requirements, we will be temporarily accepting English test results by IELTS and TOEFL online.
Please visit www.ieltsindicator.com for information regarding the online version of the IELTS and TOEFL IBT Home Edition for the online version of TOEFL.
The approved English Language Test Providers for January 2022 class are:
- IELTS – No changes to the current scoring (see above)
- TOEFL – No changes to the current scoring (see above)
- Password-Skills – Scoring is the same as IELTS scoring for direct entry
- C1 Advanced (CEA) – A score of 186 overall is required for direct entry
- PTE- Academic (Pearson) – A score of 85 overall is required for direct entry
*Please note that these changes do not apply to students planning to start their studies with our partner Northumbria University in the UK.*
Seven-Year Path
Next Start Date
August 2022
Time to Completion
7 years
Program Overview
- 3 years of preclinical coursework in Grenada
- 2 years of basic science coursework in Grenada
- 2 years of clinical training in affiliated hospitals in the US or UK
Realize Your Dream of Becoming a Doctor.
The 1,124 graduates who obtained a US or Canadian residency in 2020 are proof that SGU is continuing to add compassionate, skilled doctors to the global workforce.
Take the next step towards realizing your dream of becoming a doctor by obtaining your MD degree at St. George’s University.
Multiple Entry Points for Medical Students
There are a range of entry points into our Doctor of Medicine program, accommodating applicants of all educational systems and academic backgrounds.
Seven-Year MD Program Admissions Process
The SGU admissions process and requirements give you detailed information on what prerequisites are needed to apply for our seven-year MD degree program, and will walk you through the steps you need to take on applying for admission.
Admissions & Applying
- Find out more about our easy application process
- Our team of admissions officers are here and ready to help you realize your dream of becoming a doctor
- You can become one of over 19,000 SGU MD graduates in the US and around the world.
Tuition & Scholarships
- Learn about medical school tuition and fees
- SGU offers a variety of scholarships designed to recognize academic excellence and provide access to the best and brightest students
- Approximately 35% of the students enrolled in the MD program receive scholarship support every year
Student Support
- Student support is at the core of the St. George’s University School of Medicine’s mission
- The University offers a wide range of services that ensure that SGU is in partnership with each student during his or her medical school journey
- We help you reach the ultimate goal of becoming a doctor
Campus Experience
- With 65 state-of-the-art facilities, the True Blue Grenada campus has the ideal environment for medical students from around the world to live, learn, and build diverse networks
- Take a virtual tour to get a sense of how SGU can change your life for the better
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“Seven years ago, I don’t think I could even see the finish line. I just did the best I could every day, and looking back, it was a very good experience. Everything has worked out in my favor. I’ll always remember where I’m from and how lucky I am to be in this position.”
Tanathun Kajornsakchai, MD - Class of 2019
