Start Medical School As Soon As You’re Ready
With three convenient start dates in January, April, or August, begin your journey at SGU as soon as you’re ready.
Flexible Start Options Built for Your Success
- A favorable student-to-faculty ratio: Enjoy an intimate learning environment that helps you adjust to medical school and prepare for success.
- Exam Prep Time and Residency Readiness: Gain extra preparation time for key licensing exams and build a stronger residency application.
- Flexible Clinical and Elective Opportunities: Customize rotations and complete electives in your specialty of choice.
- Valuable Connections and Recommendations: Build valuable relationships with residency directors to help guide your pathway to success.
Same Program, Your Preferred Timeframe
SGU’s rolling admissions process ensures that no matter which start date you choose, you’ll benefit from:
- Small class sizes to foster collaboration and connection
- The same comprehensive curriculum designed for success
- Clinical rotations and resources aligned with your timeline
Sign Up For Our Why Wait Opportunity
Why Wait is available to US and Canadian citizen/permanent resident MD students matriculating in the January or April class in Grenada. See terms and conditions.
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From Dr.eam To Doctor
Learn more about our MD program and tracks
Every aspect of our MD program and tracks are intentionally designed to support you on your path to becoming a physician.
Flexible Start Dates: Choose from multiple entry terms in January, April, or August to begin your medical education at your convenience.
Average of 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 residency placement rates. Residency placement rate is defined as the total number of students/ graduates who obtained a US residency divided by the total number of students / graduates who applied to a US residency program in a given year as of October 2024.
Program and Track Highlights
- Global Recognition: SGU’s School of Medicine has been continuously accredited for decades, enabling our students to be eligible to practice in the US.
- Clinical Training: 85+ hospitals and health systems in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom offer clinical and ambulatory training and support
- Legacy of Excellence: Join the network of over 25,000 graduates* who have impacted healthcare worldwide.
*Based on the number of students who have completed the Doctor of Medicine program from 1981-2025.
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- Learn more about our MD program and tracks
- Receive priority invitations to our prospective student events
We will be in touch soon, but if you have questions now, email us at admissions@sgu.edu