Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Common Questions About SGU’s School of Medicine
Curious about how to apply, what to expect during the admissions process, or where clinical training happens? Find quick answers to the most frequently asked questions from future doctors exploring St. George’s University. From accreditation and USMLE performance to residency outcomes and interview prep, we’ve got you covered.
Does St. George’s University accept letters that are sent through Interfolio, Docufied, or Virtual Eval?
Yes, we subscribe to these services. To take advantage of these services, please speak with your undergraduate institutions.
How do SGU students perform on the USMLE?
90% Pass rate of SGU students from the US and Canada taking the USMLE 2 for the first time 2020-2024.1
94% Pass rate of international SGU students taking the USMLE 2 for the first time 2020-2024.2
1) Total results from the five academic years 2020-2024. First-time pass rate is defined as the number of US citizens/permanent residents and Canadian students passing USMLE Step 2 CK on their first attempt divided by the total number of US and Canadian students taking USMLE Step 2 CK for the first time. USMLE Step 2 CK is typically taken upon completion of third-year core clinical rotations.
2)Total results from the five academic years 2020-2024. First-time pass rate is defined as the number of international (non-US citizens/permanent residents and Canadian) students passing USMLE Step 2 CK on their first attempt divided by the total number of international (non-US citizens/permanent residents and Canadian) students taking USMLE Step 2 CK for the first time. USMLE Step 2 CK is typically taken upon completion of third-year core clinical rotations.
How many graduates get a residency after graduation?
95% US residency placement rate for US graduates over the last five years.1
1,035+ US residencies in 2025. No other medical school in the world provides more new doctors to the US healthcare system.2
1) Average of 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 residency placement rates. Residency placement rate is defined as the total number of US students/graduates who obtained a US residency divided by the total number of US students/graduates who applied to a US residency program in a given year as of April 2025.
2)As the medical school graduating the largest number of students per year, SGU places the largest number of graduates into residency programs each year, based on internal SGU graduate/expected graduate and residency placement data as of April 2025.
Is St. George’s University accredited?
The Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at St. George’s University School of Medicine has been accredited by regulatory bodies in the US.
What is SGU’s School of Medicine student loan default rate?
SGU’s School of Medicine US Title IV federal student aid cohort default rate is below one percent (0.9%) for federal fiscal year 2018, the most recently available data, which is below the “national cohort default rate” at schools participating in US federal loan programs (7.3%)2 for that year.1
1) The US Title IV federal student aid cohort default rate is the percentage of a school’s US Title IV eligible borrowers who enter repayment during a particular federal fiscal year and default on their federal student aid obligations. SGU students who are US citizens or permanent residents and are enrolled in the four-year medical degree program are eligible to receive US federal aid. 2 Most recent data available at Official Cohort Default Rates for Schools. The default rate for schools participating in US federal loan programs is inclusive of all eligible federal aid programs at such institutions (undergraduate, certificate, graduate, and professional). SGU’s School of Medicine cohort default rate represents its four-year medical degree program.
What is SGU’s School of Medicine graduation rate?
87% SGU’s School of Medicine graduation rate for all students who began in 2017.1
1) Based on the number of students who have completed the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program as of May 2023.
What is the application fee?
There is no application fee required.
Where do I send all my admission documents?
If applying to the School of Medicine, preclinical, postbaccalaureate, or any graduate programs, please send all documents to:
St. George’s University
c/o The North American Correspondent
University Support Services, LLC
Office of Admission
3500 Sunrise Highway
Building 300
Great River, NY 11739
How long does the admission process take?
Your admissions counselor will contact you to confirm receipt of an application and fee and will let you know if you are missing any documents to complete your application. A determination of a possible interview will take place within two weeks of when your application and supporting documents are all verified. After the interview, the candidate should hear within two weeks about a final decision. Even if a final determination has not been made, your admissions counselor will stay in touch.
Are there specific forms that are needed for the letters of recommendations?
There is no form for the letters of recommendation. The letters should speak to the applicant’s attitude and capability in academic endeavors, sense of community, ability to work in teams, and overall suitability to the study and practice of medicine. Two letters are required; we suggest a maximum of five letters. We suggest that rather than submit testimonials from family friends and old acquaintances, the letters will have more impact if they are from professors with whom the applicant has studied or conducted research, or managers/supervisors for whom an applicant has worked.
Where do students do their clinical rotations?
SGU’s clinical program is delivered at 75+ affiliated hospitals and clinical centers in the United States, Grenada, the United Kingdom, and Canada, ensuring a wide patient population base with a breadth of clinical exposure within a cohesive, centrally managed clinical curriculum. SGU has faculty members and program directors at each affiliated hospital.
What is the interview process?
After an initial review, those that are selected to continue in the application process will be invited to an interview.
From Dr.eam To Doctor
Learn more about our MD program and tracks
Every aspect of our MD program is intentionally designed to support you on your path to becoming a physician.
Flexible Start Dates: Choose from multiple entry terms in August, January, or April 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 US, UK, and Canada offer clinical and ambulatory training and support.
- Legacy of Excellence: Join the network of over 23K+ graduates* who have impacted healthcare worldwide.
*Based on the number of students who have completed the Doctor of Medicine program from 1981-2024.
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