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RGU - NUMSS Partnership
Your pathway to Residency
Selecting the right medical school requires careful consideration and planning. It is a sizeable investment of both your time and finances. Therefore, it is important to choose wisely. RGU and National University of Medical Sciences (NUMSS) have recently joined in an international partnership agreement that allows graduates of NUMSS to prequalify for conditional acceptance into the Doctor of Medicine program offered at RGU.
NUMSS graduates can enjoy pursuing a medical degree on the beautiful Caribbean Island, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and gain valuable clinical experience at accredited teaching hospitals in the U.S and Jamaica. Students can choose elective clerkships globally in their final year while preparing to apply for residency training in multiple jurisdictions, including the U.S, Canada, UK among other places.
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This collaboration caters for graduates from the following programs offered at NUMSS:
- Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O)
- Masters of Osteopathy (MSc)
- Bachelor of Osteopathy (BSc)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Doctor of Naprapathy (DN)
Graduates of the above-mentioned program must satisfy all entry requirements of the Doctor of Medicine degree program to be eligible for admission to the program.
You can find more information about entry requirements HERE.
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Why CHOOSE RGU?
ADVANTAGES OF PURSUING AN MD AT RGU
- Conditional Acceptance for NUMSS Graduates
- U.S Based Curriculum
- Affordable Tuition
- U.S Clinical Experience
- Global Clinical Elective Clerkship Opportunities
THE RGU – NUMSS ADVANTAGE
- Seamless Transition into the MD Program – NUMSS graduates prequalify for conditional acceptance into the Doctor of Medicine Program and are one step closer to gaining their MD. Students are provided with the necessary guidance and assistance to make this transition simple and seamless.
- International Recognition – Graduates can practice in multiple jurisdictions. With the RGU-NUMSS Partnership, you study medicine in a tropical paradise and practice without borders.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Students joining the MD program through this collaboration have an added advantage of coming from a clinically based program offered at NUMSS. This added knowledge, skills and experience gives students the advantage of coping well with an accelerated medical degree program and exceling in patient care and clinical practice.
Students interested in pursuing an MD are encouraged to apply to the program. NUMSS graduates prequalify for conditional acceptance into the Doctor of Medicine degree program ay RGU.
Students will spend 5-semesters in the Basic Medical Sciences on the beautiful island of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Clinical Clerkships are done at accredited teaching-based hospitals in the US and Jamaica. In the final year of the program students can opt to do elective rotations outside of the primary clinical sites. We will work with you to secure the elective rotations of your choice.
Begin your journey today!
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Requirements
- Bachelors or College degree with at least 90 credits in a science related discipline or premedical program.
- Grade Point Average (GPA) at least 2.7
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Personal Statement
- Interview with RGU Admissions Office
- No MCAT required.
Click here for details of application requirements.
ENROLLMENT
There are 3 enrollment periods per academic year
Fall Semester – September
Spring Semester – January
Summer Semester – May
DEFERMENT
Persons who are unable to submit all their documents by the Application deadline will be deferred to the next enrolment period. Deferment is granted for one semester.
ADVANTAGES OF STUDYING MD AT RGU
Student Diversity and Equal Opportunities
At RGU, we have students from all corners of the globe, which further adds to a rich student culture and life experience during your professional training. It is a great opportunity to learn about other cultures, form life-long friendships and be part of a community that advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in society.
Quality Clinical Clerkship Experience
Students have ample opportunities to engage with student groups and community organized healthcare groups to participate in workshops, health fairs, volunteer work, shadowing physicians, simulation activities etc. in preparation for their Clinical program. Our students have the option to complete their Core Clinical Clerkship at top U.S accredited teaching-based hospitals and gain valuable insight into the first world healthcare system or they can also rotate at accredited teaching hospitals in the Caribbean. Elective Clerkships can be done globally to further enhance your learning experience across healthcare systems and borders.
Patient Centered Clinical Training
The MD program is designed to give students maximum hands-on training in clinical facilities to adequately prepare our graduates for internships and residencies in their country of choice.
Student Centered Educational Experience
Our students’ success remains our number one priority. We focus on ensuring that students receive an exceptional educational experience and that all necessary academic and student services are available to enhance your experience during your time with us.
Commitment to Student Success
We are committed to ensuring the success of our students and provide the necessary assistance to our students and graduates to help them achieve their goals. Our Alumni are successfully practicing globally in countries such as US, Canada, UK, Qatar, Nigeria, Botswana, South Africa, Jamaica, St. Vincent, Guyana, Kenya among many others.
A SOUND FINANCIAL INVESTMENT INTO A SECURE FUTURE
Obtaining a Doctor of Medicine degree is a sound investment into a secure future for you and your loved ones. At RGU, we have one of the most affordable tuition fees structure in the Caribbean region. Visit our Tuition Fees page to learn more about the financial cost of the MD program.
YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOMING AN MD IS JUST ONE CLICK AWAY
Your journey to Medicine begins now! Speak with an Admissions or Academic Advisor to learn more about the program or apply today!
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