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the SGU Welcome Page.
Congratulations! After years of hard work, you’re so close to taking the first steps towards fulfilling your dreams.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our program and school. In the coming weeks, you’ll be hearing from us a lot. We have all kinds of information to share, from orientation schedules to college assignments, and we want to make sure your transition to medical school is as smooth as possible.
This website is filled with information regarding admissions, travel, social media links and much more. In order to help you complete all of the necessary next steps, we’d like to provide you with the opportunity to speak one-on-one with your Admissions Officer to walk through everything that needs to be submitted prior to arriving on campus. Find your Admissions Officer below and scan the QR code to message them directly through WhatsApp.
- Thomas Brown
- Corrine Vish
Not sure who your Admissions Officer is? Email admission@sgu.edu to find out.
Welcome to the SGU family!
AFTER ACCEPTANCE
BOOK YOUR FLIGHT
Students living on campus may arrive during the specified time period, prior to mandatory orientation, as outlined in your acceptance letter. Please be sure to book early as fare rates increase and flights become limited. Contact our travel agent, Amex GBT, at custravel@amexgbt.com or (669) 272-1295 for help with booking flights.
CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Our accepted student Facebook group makes it easy for you to connect with your incoming classmates. There are also admissions officers available to answer questions.
COMPLETE YOUR REQUIRED ADMISSION FORMS
Any student attending St. George’s University must complete the required admission forms prior to starting. These forms are the University Honor Code and the Entering Students Questionnaire. Links to both forms can be found below.
SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR PASSPORT DETAILS
A copy of your passport details page is required to be sent to SGU prior to your departure. Please scan or take a photo of the details page (containing your photo and your passport information) and email it to your admissions coordinator or to admission@sgu.edu. Looking for more information about passports and visas? Visit the link below.
SUBMIT YOUR PHOTO FOR THE SGU ID BADGE
All incoming students will be issued an official University student ID badge. Student ID badges are required to complete the registration process and then to access campus buildings, orientation activities, classes, and University transportation. For more information visit the University ID Badge page at the link below.
APPLY FOR DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Students seeking accommodations for disabilities are required to contact Student Accessibility and Accommodation Services (SAAS) located in the Dean of Students Office (DOS). We highly recommend applying for accommodations as early as possible. Requests should be submitted via email to the SAAS Office at dosaa@sgu.edu. Visit the link below for more information regarding SAAS.
AFTER DEPOSIT
SET UP YOUR SGU EMAIL ACCOUNT
Email addresses are created within 48 business hours of a deposit being received. SGU will use your alternate email address to notify you that your account has been created and provide instructions on how to access your new SGU email address through the student portal, Carenage. Additional information regarding your SGU email can be found at the link below.
COMPLETE YOUR HOUSING APPLICATION
All incoming students must fill out a housing application whether they plan to live on- or off-campus. To log into the housing portal, use the same credentials you use to access Carenage and Student Self Service. If the portal is at maximum capacity when you attempt to log in, you may be prompted to try back at a later time. Housing portal and procedures can be found on our website at the link provided below.
COMPLETE YOUR MANDATORY HEALTH FORMS
Within two weeks of submitting your deposit, the mandatory health forms will be emailed to your SGU student email account only. If you have not received your health forms from Susan Conway within two weeks of submitting your deposit, please email sconway@sgu.edu. Please include your full name, ID number, and program. SOM health forms are to be completed, scanned, and emailed to termonehealthforms@sgu.edu. Still have questions about your health forms? Visit the link below to get additional information.
FINANCIAL AID
If you are seeking financial aid, please make sure that you contact your financial aid counselor for more information on how to complete your loan process. If you are not receiving aid, please make sure to tell your financial aid counselor you will not need funding.
HEALTH INSURANCE
It is SGU policy that all students maintain adequate health insurance and must confirm existing coverage. All students must either elect into or waive out of the plan. For information on how to elect into or waive out of the student health insurance plan, please see the Student Health Insurance Information section of CARENAGE. For enrollment assistance, please contact (631) 665-8500 ext. 1350 or email medins@sgu.edu.
2 WEEKS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
COMPLETE THE ELECTRONICS CUSTOMS FORM
St. George’s University will pay the customs fees for electronic devices being brought to Grenada by students coming to the island for the first time. SGU will pay for up to three electronic devices such as computer/laptop, iPad/iPad mini, and smart phone (other types of devices, including cameras are not covered). Note that only one type of device per student, and up to three devices, will be allowed. Please complete this form prior to traveling to Grenada in order to be eligible and only when you are sure about the devices you are bringing with you. The customs form can be found at the link provided below. Please print a copy of the electronics customs form for your records and keep it with your travel documents.
REGISTER FOR FAMILY WEEKEND
St. George’s University Family Weekend provides you with an insider’s view of the island, its people, and the university. Our beautiful True Blue campus in Grenada will play host to the families of our enrolled students. See the campus, meet the administration, and experience all that the island has to offer. We’re looking forward to seeing you at there!
PACK FOR GRENADA!
We want to make sure you have everything from phones to food while living at SGU in Grenada. Please visit the link below, and if you have any questions about any of this information we recommend speaking to one of our current students. They can be reached at currentstudent@sgu.edu or by calling (800) 899-6337 ext. 1280.
PREPARE FOR ARRIVAL TO GRENADA
As part of welcoming all new students, we’ve organized an extensive orientation program including a formal reception on campus and transportation to the campus from the airport. All students are encouraged to participate in walking tours of the campus and to familiarize themselves with its many recreational opportunities. Please check the below link a few weeks prior to the start of term to view your orientation schedule.