92%
USMLE Step 1 first-time pass rate
Since 2023
90%
USMLE Step-2 first-time pass rate
Since 2022
77.8%
US Residency placement rate
Since 2015
94%
Student Retention Rate
Since 2015
Build Your Medical Career in the Caribbean
Texila American University College of Medicine (TAUCOM) is an accredited medical school in Georgetown, Guyana — an English-speaking country in South America — with administrative offices in Texas, USA. TAUCOM confers the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree on its graduates and has educated thousands of students from across the SAARC region.
TAU is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and complies with the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India guidelines. Our graduates are eligible to sit for FMGE/NExT (India) and the USMLE for U.S. residency and PLAB for the United Kingdom.
Globally Recognized MD Curriculum
A Doctor of Medicine program structured around U.S. medical education standards, with integrated USMLE, FMGE/NExT, and other licensing-exam preparation built in.
Clinical Rotations in the United States
Hands-on clinical training at U.S. teaching hospitals – including exposure at Marana Health Center, Arizona – based on program stage and student eligibility, plus rotations in Guyana.
Compliant Pathways for SAARC Students
Texila American University Guyana complies with NMC (India) guidelines and is listed in WDOMS.
Small Classes, Personalized Support
Small class sizes, dedicated SAARC-region admissions advisors, and student support guide you from first inquiry through enrollment, study, and residency placement.
Why Choose Texila American University?
Reasons students from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka choose TAU Guyana as their pathway into medicine.
Your Pathway to an MD at TAU
A structured progression from foundational sciences through licensing-exam preparation and U.S.-based clinical rotations — designed to place SAARC students for residency at home or abroad.
1.5 years of foundational sciences and study skills, offered through 5-year program for students entering directly after 12th grade / HSC / +2 / A-Levels.
Two years of rigorous medical science coursework: anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, pathology, microbiology, behavioral sciences.
Structured review integrated into the curriculum, preparing students for USMLE Step 1 & 2, FMGE/NExT, and home-country licensing exams.
Two years of clinical training at accredited hospitals – with opportunities in the U.S. (including Marana Health Center, Arizona) and Guyana.
Choose Your Country Pathway
Select your country below, or scroll through the dedicated sections to find the admissions pathway, licensing route, and student support tailored to your home country.
For Students From India
Texila American University Guyana is one of the most established Caribbean medical schools for Indian students, offering a 5-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) program designed in line with National Medical Commission (NMC) of India guidelines. Texila American University is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) — a mandatory requirement for Indian graduates planning to sit FMGE/NExT and pursue licensure in India.
Indian students at Texila American University follow a U.S.-modeled curriculum, complete clinical rotations in the United States and Guyana, and receive integrated preparation for FMGE/NExT alongside USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 — giving them flexibility to practice in India, the U.S., the Caribbean, or anywhere in the world.
Key Highlights for Indian Students
- WDOMS Listed and NMC Compliant* (As per current NMC Regulations)
- NEET Required Only for Students Intending to Return to India for Medical Practice
- NEET Not Required for Students Pursuing the U.S. Residency Pathway
- 5-Year Integrated MD Program After 10+2 (PCB)
- 4-Year Accelerated MD Pathway for Science Graduates
- U.S.-Style Medical Curriculum with Early Clinical Exposure
- Integrated USMLE & FMGE/NExT Preparation
- Clinical Rotations in Guyana and U.S. Teaching Hospitals
- Affordable Tuition Compared with Many Private Medical Colleges in India
- English-Speaking Learning Environment with Dedicated Indian Student Support
- Strong Residency Guidance and Global Career Pathways
For Students From Nepal
Texila American University Guyana welcomes students from Nepal who have completed +2 (Science) and qualified the MECEE-BL (Medical Education Common Entrance Examination – Bachelor Level) administered by the Medical Education Commission (MEC) of Nepal. Our 5-Year and 4-Year MD programs offer a globally portable medical degree, English-medium instruction, and a curriculum that prepares Nepali graduates for the NMC Nepal Licensing Examination on return home.
Nepali students benefit from the same U.S.-based clinical rotations and integrated USMLE preparation available to all Texila American University students — opening up career options across Nepal, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Caribbean, and more.
Key Highlights for Nepali Students
- TAU MD degree recognized for graduates returning to Nepal for licensure
- Pathway aligned with the Medical Education Commission (MEC) framework
- Eligible to sit the NMC Nepal Licensing Examination after graduation
- 5-Year MD program for students entering after +2 Science (Biology)
- Clinical rotations at U.S. teaching hospitals
- Optional U.S. pathway — USMLE, ECFMG, and NRMP match eligible
- Direct admissions support for Nepali applicants and parents
For Students From Bangladesh
Texila American University Guyana offers Bangladeshi students a globally recognized MD program structured around U.S. medical education standards — taught entirely in English and designed to support eligibility for the Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council (BMDC) registration examination upon return. Our admissions team works with HSC and A-Level qualified students from across Bangladesh.
Bangladeshi students at Texila American University complete clinical rotations in the United States and Guyana, and receive integrated preparation for global licensing exams — opening up career options across Bangladesh, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Caribbean and more.
Key Highlights for Bangladeshi Students
- Globally portable MD degree listed in WDOMS
- Curriculum designed to support BMDC examination eligibility
- 5-Year MD program for students entering after HSC (Science) or A-Levels
- 4-Year MD program for students with a Bachelor’s in Sciences
- Clinical rotations at U.S. teaching hospitals, including Tucson, Arizona
- USMLE, PLAB preparation built into the curriculum
- Bangladesh-based admissions advisors and alumni mentors
For Students From Sri Lanka
Texila American University Guyana is a strong option for Sri Lankan students seeking a globally recognized MD degree. Our program is listed in WDOMS — a key prerequisite for foreign medical graduates planning to sit the ERPM (Examination for Registration to Practice Medicine, also known as the Act 16 examination) administered by the SLMC.
With English-medium instruction, U.S.-based clinical rotations, and integrated licensing-exam preparation, Texila American University equips Sri Lankan graduates to pursue medical careers at home through ERPM, or globally through USMLE and PLAB.
Key Highlights for Sri Lankan Students
- Pathway aligned with Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) requirements
- 5-Year MD program for students entering after A-Levels (Bio Science)
- 4-Year MD program for students with a Bachelor’s in Sciences
- Clinical rotations at U.S. teaching hospitals
- Integrated USMLE and PLAB preparation
- Tuition significantly lower than most international medical schools
- Sri Lanka–focused admissions guidance for applicants and families
Financing & Clinical Exposure
Two of the most important questions for SAARC students: how will I fund my medical education, and where will I train clinically? Here’s what TAU offers.
Affordable Tuition for SAARC Students
TAU’s tuition is significantly lower than most private MBBS / medical colleges across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka – making a globally recognized MD degree accessible to families across South Asia.
Education Loan Supports
TAU works with leading Indian and international banks and NBFCs that offer education loans for SAARC students pursuing the MD program. Our admissions team can guide you on documentation and approved loan partners.
Clinical Rotation Opportunities
TAU provides structured clinical exposure based on your program, stage of study, and individual eligibility. Opportunities may include rotations in Marana Health Center, Arizona, plus Guyana.
Speak With Our SAARC Admissions Team
Because eligibility, documentation, and clinical placements vary by country and change over time, we encourage you to connect with our SAARC-region admissions team to confirm the latest pathways for your home country.
TAU’s tuition is significantly lower than that of most private MBBS / medical colleges across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka – making a globally recognized MD degree accessible to families across SAARC countries.
TAU works with leading Indian and international banks and NBFCs that offer education loans for SAARC students pursuing the MD program. Our admissions team can guide you on documentation and approved loan partners.
TAU provides structured clinical exposure based on your program, stage of study, and individual eligibility. Opportunities may include rotations in Marana Health Center, Arizona, and other U.S. teaching hospitals, plus Guyana.
Because eligibility, documentation, and clinical placements vary by country and change over time, we encourage you to connect with our SAARC-region admissions team to confirm the latest pathways for your home country.
Admission Requirements
TAU Guyana welcomes applications from qualified students from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
- Class 12 / HSC / +2 / A-Levels with Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Bachelor’s degree with science prerequisites (for 4-Year MD)
- Minimum aggregate as required by your home-country regulator
- NEET (India) / MECEE-BL (Nepal) qualification where applicable
- Official academic transcripts and mark sheets
- Passport copy and proof of citizenship
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- NEET / MECEE-BL scorecard (where applicable)
- 4-Year MD Program (for Bachelor’s / pre-med graduates)
- 5-Year Pre-Med + MD Program
- Two Intakes per year (March & Sep)
- Submit your online application
- Speak with a SAARC-region admissions advisor
- Review education loan and financing options
- Confirm clinical and licensing pathway details
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. TAU is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and complies with the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India guidelines. Indian graduates completing the 5-Year MD program at TAU are eligible to sit for FMGE/NExT and pursue medical licensure in India.
Yes. TAU welcomes applications from across the SAARC region. Our MD program is listed in WDOMS, supporting graduates’ eligibility to practice in Nepal, Bangladesh, or Sri Lanka after passing the respective Medical Licensing Examination.
Yes. Per NMC regulations, Indian students who wish to return to India and practice medicine must qualify NEET before pursuing a medical degree abroad. TAU’s admissions process accepts NEET scores as part of the eligibility pathway for Indian applicants.
Nepali students typically need to qualify the MECEE-BL administered by the Medical Education Commission (MEC) before pursuing an MBBS/MD abroad and returning to Nepal for licensure. Our admissions team will guide eligible Nepali applicants through documentation.
TAU offers clinical rotations in Guyana and at U.S. teaching hospitals — including exposure at Marana Health Center, Arizona. Specific rotation opportunities depend on your program stage, eligibility, and current arrangements at the time of enrollment.
Yes. TAU’s curriculum integrates structured preparation for USMLE Step 1 & 2, FMGE/NExT (India), and supports home-country exam readiness for graduates returning to Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
TAU’s tuition is significantly lower than most private medical colleges across South Asia, and we work with leading Indian and international banks and NBFCs that offer education loans. Connect with our admissions team to review approved loan partners and documentation.
Yes. Because eligibility, documentation, and licensing requirements vary by country and change over time, we strongly recommend connecting with our SAARC-region admissions team to confirm the most current information for your specific country and program.
Begin Your Journey to a Global Medical Career
Whether you’re applying from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, or Sri Lanka, Texila American University Guyana offers a clear, structured pathway to becoming a doctor — and the support to help you get there.