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Welcome to the International University of Barbados – School of Medicine
One Welches Welches, St. Thomas BB22025 Barbados

Our step-by-step application guide will walk you through everything you need to begin your journey toward becoming a physician.

✅ Step 1: Do You Meet the Academic Prerequisites?

To be considered for the 4-Year MD Program, applicants must:

  • Complete a minimum of 90 credit hours of college-level coursework

  • Hold (or be in the process of completing) a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (strongly recommended)

Required Prerequisite Courses:

Course Description
General Biology with Lab Minimum 1 academic year
General Chemistry with Lab Minimum 1 academic year
Organic Chemistry with Lab Minimum 1 academic year
Physics with Lab Minimum 1 academic year
English 1 semester or more
Mathematics/Calculus/Statistics Recommended
Social Sciences or Humanities Recommended

Applicants missing any of the above prerequisites may ONLY be eligible for the Combined Premedical/MD Program (5-Year Pathway).

Step 2: Can You Afford This Program?

We believe medical education should be accessible and transparent. Please review our tuition fees and explore available financial aid and scholarships on our website or by speaking to our Financial Services Team.

Tuition (Academic Year 2025–2026)

Program Level Term(s) Tuition Fee (USD)
Premedical Courses Terms 1–4 $6,000 / semester
Basic Sciences Semesters 1–4 $7,500 / semester
Basic Sciences Semester 5 $7,100 (excluding USMLE materials)
Clinical Sciences Semesters 6–10 $13,500 / semester

? Scholarships, grants, and flexible financing options are available. Contact our Student Financial Services for personalized guidance.

Step 3: When is the Application Deadline?

We accept applications year-round, but to ensure timely processing, please submit all documents before the suggested deadlines:

Application Deadlines

Term Application Deadline Classes Begin
Fall August 15 September
Spring December 15 January
Summer April 15 May

Step 4: What Documents Are Required?

To process your application, submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions:

Required for All Applicants

  • Two (2) Passport-sized Photos

  • Personal Statement

  • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation (minimum)

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Official Transcripts from all institutions attended

  • MCAT Scores (recommended but not required)

  • Transcript Evaluation (for coursework completed outside the U.S.)

Additional for Premed Applicants

U.S. Applicants:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent with strong GPA in science

  • SAT Scores (use College Board Code: 4375)

International Applicants:

  • CSEC Ordinary Level or equivalent (Math, Science, Biology, Chemistry, English + 1 Subject)

  • South African, Australian, or equivalent Matriculation Exams with strong science grades

  • IB Diploma or GCE A-Levels with strong science results

? If English is not your principal language:
Submit TOEFL (min: 600 paper / 250 computer / 100 internet) — Code: 8625
or IELTS Score: 6.5+

Additional for Transfer Applicants

  • Official Medical School Transcripts

  • Official USMLE Score Transcripts (if attempted)

  • CBSE Score Reports (if applicable)

Mailing Address:     info@iubmed.com

Step 5: Sit Back, Relax — and Apply!

You’re almost there!

  • Submit your online application

  • Include a $100 USD application fee

  • If you need assistance, don’t hesitate to send a partially completed application and reach out to our admissions team at:

info@iubmed.com