Choose Confidence:
A New Route to a Future in Medicine
Dream It.Try It.Become It.
SGU’s MDReady lets you experience medical school firsthand before making a full financial or academic commitment.*
Try medical school before you commit
Start your path to an MD with a foundation for success. MDReady is a tuition-deferred* program made for students like you who see a future in medicine but may need a little reassurance before making a full commitment.
*Living expenses excluded.
Immerse yourself first, then confidently commit
Spend 14 weeks on campus, taking the same classes and exams as first-term medical students, then decide if a future in medicine is right for you.
Because we believe you can
At SGU, we believe great doctors are built on passion, resilience, and determination. MDReady helps you discover if you have what it takes.
Career confidence is found here
Whether you:
- Are wondering if you can keep up with the unique demands of medical school,
- Want to confirm your second career aspirations,
- See a future in medicine but have concerns about costs, or
- Simply need to build your confidence before taking the full leap,
MDReady is made for you.
Come see why SGU is the Largest Provider of new doctors to the US healthcare system1. Take the first step on your journey to your dream career without the pressure of a full commitment just yet.
1) 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 September 2025.
Your roadmap to success
MDReady helps minimize the mystery in your journey by clearing the path to a rewarding medical career in three easy steps.
Step 1
Apply and be accepted into the MDReady program.
Step 2
Complete the 14-week trial period by successfully meeting all academic requirements.
Step 3
Gain full admission into SGU’s MD program and continue your journey with confidence.2
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 September 2025.
Your Questions, Covered
Is there any cost during the trial period?
You will be responsible for the cost of living expenses, including books, travel, housing, food, and health insurance during the trial period. Tuition and fees are deferred until after the trial period has ended and are only charged if you decide to continue on with the MD program.
Am I eligible for loans during the trial period?
You are not initially eligible for federal loans during the trial period as you are not considered “enrolled” for federal loan purposes. You may be eligible for private or institutional loans during this trial and should consult your financial aid counselor for more information. Upon successful completion of the 14-week trial, US citizens/PRs will become eligible for federal loans for the entire trial period and the remainder of the 4-year MD program.
Will I be eligible for scholarships?
Enrollment in MDReady does not impact your scholarship eligibility. Once you successfully complete the 14-week trial and fully matriculate into the MD program, you will become eligible for all applicable scholarships.
What if I decide a career in medicine isn’t the right fit for me?
If, after the 14-week trial period, you decide not to fully enroll in the MD program, there will be no impact on your academic record and no financial obligation holding you back. No academic credit will be awarded, no tuition or fees will be charged, and no loans or aid will be processed.
MDReady adds confidence to your medical school journey.
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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.
Connect With Us.
- 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