Eligibility Criteria at BIUSM
Securing your admission at Bridgetown International University School of Medicine requires meeting our merit-based eligibility criteria, which focus on your comprehensive profile as a future medical professional.
Our holistic review process carefully evaluates your academic achievements, your drive, your level of maturity, and your overall potential to thrive in medical school. As an applicant, you can expect a completely fair evaluation, as BIUSM strictly enforces a non-discrimination policy that guarantees equal opportunity for all aspiring doctors, irrespective of background or disability.
Eligibility Criteria For
The 5.5-Year MD Program
Students who do not fulfill the eligibility criteria for medical school may start in the Pre-Medical phase, which spans four semesters.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Completion of higher secondary school (10+2) or equivalent with a overall average minimum GPA of 2.5 or Grade “C” in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. Requires submission of official transcripts and certificates.
- At least 16 years old by December 31 of the admission year. Students under 18 must submit a notarised affidavit.
- A personal statement outlining motivations for pursuing medicine and educational and professional goals.
- For non English speaking students, proof of English proficiency through TOEFL (60) or IELTS (6.0), taken within the last 2 years, if applicable.
- Two letters of recommendation.
Eligibility Criteria For
The 4-Year MD Program
Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree or equivalent can join the Basic Sciences phase of our 4-year MD program, which includes six semesters of coursework and seventy six weeks of clinical clerkship.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Completion of BIUSM Pre-Medical Program or a Bachelor’s degree in Natural or Life Sciences or equivalent course from recognised institutions with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or Grade “C.”
- Proof of secondary school completion or its equivalent by submitting official transcripts and certificates with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or Grade “C” in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology.
- For non English speaking students, proof of English proficiency through TOEFL (60) or IELTS (6.0), taken within the last 2 years, if applicable.
- A personal statement describing motivation for studying medicine and educational & professional goals.
- Two letters of recommendation.
Eligibility Criteria For
For Transfer Students
Students from a WHO recognised, IMED-listed medical school may apply for advanced standing, provided they meet all BIUSM admission requirements.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Official transcripts sent directly from the previous medical school to the admission office.
- No student will be granted direct admission to the Clinical Sciences phase of the program.
- Minimum of 30 transferable credit hours or 45 hours of coursework.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- A Personal Statement that demonstrates the student’s motivations behind pursuing a career in medicine as well as highlighting the student’s educational and professional goals.
- Two letters of recommendation from the previous institution.
Eligibility Criteria
For Transfer Students
Students from a WHO-recognised, IMED-listed medical school may apply for advanced standing, provided they meet all BIUSM admission requirements.
Transfer eligibility requirements include:
- Official transcripts sent directly from the previous medical school to the admission office.
- No student will be granted direct admission to the Clinical Sciences phase of the program.
- Minimum of 30 transferable credit hours or 45 hours of coursework.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- A Personal Statement that demonstrates the student’s motivations behind pursuing a career in medicine as well as highlighting the student’s educational and professional goals.
- Two letters of recommendation from the previous institution.