Introduction
Licensure: Saba University students are eligible to practice medicine in Canada (Only Canadians), Puerto Rico, and all 50 U.S. states.
USMLE Pass Rate: In 2015–19 Saba University students averaged a 99% first-time pass rate on the USMLE Step 1. 100% in 2018.
Excellent Residency Placement: Saba graduates routinely achieve superior results in U.S. and Canadian residency placement.
Established hospital affiliates/relationships for Semester 6-10 studies
Students: Saba students consistently achieve superior results on the critical USMLE licensing exams, and a significant proportion of our graduates obtain leadership positions in their residency programs.
Learning Environment: Smaller class size, focused Professor to student ratio, hands-on mentorship. This is in contrast to many other much larger institutions.
Comprehensive Curriculum: The Program includes 5 semesters studying the Basic Sciences curriculum on the Saba University campus and five semesters of clinical rotations back in the U.S. or Canada at U.S. or Canadian teaching hospitals.
Accreditation: Accredited by the Accreditation Organization of The Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO).
Affordable tuition: Our tuition is 30-40% lower than other comparable medical schools.
Approved for US federal loans: Saba is one of the select international medical schools to participate in US Federal Student Loan programs.
Beautiful location that’s warm all year round, opportunities for hiking, diving, and much more.
Student organizations for an enhanced student experience.
Housing-support both on and off-campus.
Student services and support from physiatry to enrolment and welcome weeks.
Campus: Modern, state-of-the-art campus facilities include wireless technology available throughout the bright, airconditioned classrooms, labs, library, and student lounges.
Course Requirements
Pre-course requisites
General Biology or zoology - Academic Years 1
Inorganic chemistry (with lab) - Academic Years 1
Organic chemistry/Biochemistry (with lab) - Academic Years 1
Physics (recommended) - Academic Years 1
English - Academic Years 1
Other social sciences or physical sciences and computer skills
*Taking the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is required for all applicants who are U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.
*English Proficiency - Since English is the language of instruction at Saba, it is important that applicants be prepared academically to pursue the curriculum and also be able to communicate well.
Duration
4 years
Semesters 1-5 on campus (2 years)
Semesters 6-10 Clinicals (2 years)
