Scholarships and Grants

The International University of Barbados – School of Medicine (IUB) offers qualified students a variety of scholarship opportunities that reward academic excellence, commitment to community service, and professional experience in the medical field. Academic scholarships are awarded to new, incoming students only and apply to the Basic Science semesters of the MD program. Scholarships are competitive and limited, so early application is strongly encouraged.

⚠️ Note: Submission of an admission application is required before applying for any scholarship.

Application Information

  • All scholarship decisions are final and not subject to appeal.

  • Questions about scholarships should be directed to the Office of Student Services:
    ? Email: info@iubmed.com

Outstanding Academic Excellence Scholarship

Award: $2,000 per semester (all Basic Sciences semesters)
Eligibility:

  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.7 or higher

  • Possess a U.S. equivalent bachelor’s degree

  • Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and a 3.0 GPA each semester

Academic Excellence Scholarship

Award: Up to $1,500 per semester (all Basic Sciences semesters)
Eligibility:

  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.3 or higher

  • Possess a U.S. equivalent bachelor’s degree

  • Must maintain SAP and a 3.0 GPA each semester

MCAT Scholarship

Award: Determined case-by-case
Eligibility:

  • Submit official MCAT scores

  • Based on financial need and commitment to completing the program

  • Must maintain SAP and a 3.0 GPA each semester

U.S. Military Veterans Scholarship

Award: $500 per semester (Basic Sciences only)
Eligibility:

  • Must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with honorable discharge or be currently serving

  • Maintain SAP each semester

Medical Professional Recognition Scholarship

Award: $500 per semester (Basic Sciences only)
Eligibility:

  • Must be a certified EMT, Paramedic, LVN, or RN in the U.S. or Canada

  • Provide proof of current certification/licensure

  • Maintain SAP each semester

Barbadian Tuition Scholarship

Award:

  • One full-tuition scholarship per semester (first-come, first-served)

  • Other Barbadian citizens enrolled in the MD program may qualify for a 50% tuition reduction
    Eligibility:

  • Must be a citizen of Barbados

  • Maintain SAP each semester

  • Note: Clinical placement in the U.S. is not guaranteed; subject to U.S. immigration regulations

CARICOM Tuition Reduction Scholarship

Award: 50% tuition reduction for:

  • 4 Premed semesters

  • 4 Basic Science semesters
    Eligibility:

  • Must be a citizen of a CARICOM member or associate state

  • Have not taken college-level coursework in the U.S. or Canada

  • Submit passport, birth certificate, proof of address

  • Maintain SAP and a minimum 3.0 GPA

African Student Tuition Reduction Scholarship

Award: Tuition reduction for:

  • 4 semesters of the Pre-Medical Program OR

  • MS1 to MS4
    Eligibility:

  • Must be a citizen of an African country

  • Submit passport, birth certificate, and proof of address

  • Maintain SAP each semester

NEET Scholarship (India)

Award:

  • Students scoring above 475-500 in NEET may receive a $500 discount on the Non-Refundable Seat Deposit
    Eligibility:

  • Minimum 75% in 12th grade

  • Maintain a 3.2 GPA

  • Adherence to 80% attendance and academic rules as per the Student Handbook
    Conditions:

  • Failing subjects or delinquent accounts will result in loss of scholarship

  • Must cover full tuition for failed courses and additional housing charges