92%
USMLE Step 1 first-time pass rate
Since 2023
90%
USMLE Step 2 CK first-time pass rate
Since 2022
77.8%
US Residency placement rate
Since 2015
94%
Student Retention Rate
Since 2015
Caribbean Medical School for US Students
The Caribbean medical school at Texila American University College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM) and the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP), whose standards are recognized as comparable to US standards by the National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (NCFMEA). The university is also accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC).TAU is fully eligible to sit USMLE exams and apply for ECFMG certification – the gateway to US residency. You can also apply for residency through the NRMP and CaRMS processes.
Why Choose Texila American University?
Accredited by CAAM-HP, ACCM, BAC, and recognized by NCFMEA (US Dept. of Education) and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) – meeting global medical education standards.
Graduates are eligible to sit USMLE and become ECFMG certified – opening doors to residency and practice across the United States.
Years 3-4 clinical rotations at US-affiliated teaching hospitals – real exposure to US clinical standards including future residency mentors.
Curriculum structured around USMLE Steps 1 & 2 CK from Year 1 – integrated board prep and dedicated faculty support throughout.
4-year MD program aligned to US medical education standards – 92% USMLE Step 1 first-attempt pass rate since 2023.
TAU is a Sallie Mae approved school – US students can apply for private student loans to help fund their MD program, reducing the barrier to entry.
Your Pathway to an MD at Texila American University
A structured progression from foundational sciences through licensing exam preparation and US clinical rotations – designed to take you from Pre-Med to practicing physician.
Pre-med study skills offered through the MD program for students entering directly after high school
Pre-Med
Pre-clinical curriculum covering anatomy, biochemistry, pharmacology, pathology, and more
Years 1-2
Intensive curriculum preparation covering USMLE Steps required for clinical training
Board Exams
US-affiliated clinical rotations (including finance, insurance, and Canada options)
Years 3–4 USA
Key Highlights for US Students
- Eligible to pursue ECFMG certification and apply through the NRMP Match
- 92% USMLE Step 1 first-attempt pass rate (since 2023)
- Clinical rotations at US teaching hospitals including future residency mentors
- Tuition is significantly lower than that of US MD and DO programs.
- Federal loan eligibility for qualifying US citizens – speak to admissions
- NCFMEA-recognized: meets US Dept. of Education accreditation standards
Financing & Clinical Exposure
See how our most important advantages help American students access medical school more affordably.
Tuition & Loan Options
US students may explore various loan assistance programs. Eligible US citizens may access Title IV federal student loans – speak with TAU admissions to confirm your eligibility and current requirements.
USMLE & ECFMG Support
TAU’s student affairs team provides dedicated support for USMLE Step registration and ECFMG certification applications – ensuring no step is missed on your path to US residency eligibility.
US Clinical Rotation Opportunities
Years 3–4 clinical rotations are completed at US-affiliated teaching hospitals covering core specialties – internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, and psychiatry – giving you direct US clinical exposure ahead of the NRMP match.
Speak With Our US Admissions Advisor
Our US-focused advisors help you navigate application requirements, tuition planning, clinical placement logistics, and NRMP residency match preparation – from first enquiry through to graduation.
US students may explore various loan assistance programs. Eligible US citizens may access Title IV federal student loans – speak with TAU admissions to confirm your eligibility and current requirements.
TAU’s student affairs team provides dedicated support for USMLE Step registration and ECFMG certification applications – ensuring no step is missed on your path to US residency eligibility.
Years 3-4 clinical rotations are completed at US-affiliated teaching hospitals covering core specialties – internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, OB/GYN, and psychiatry – giving you direct US clinical exposure ahead of the NRMP match.
Our US-focused advisors help you navigate application requirements, tuition planning, clinical placement logistics, and NRMP residency match preparation – from first enquiry through to graduation.
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Admission Requirements
Requirements for US students entering Texila. Please confirm the current requirements for your background and program at entry.
- High school diploma or Grade 12 equivalent for pre-med entry
- Bachelor’s degree with science prerequisites (for MD Year 1)
- No prior bachelor’s degree with science prerequisites (Biology, Chemistry) is required for Year 1 of the MD program
- MCAT required, no minimum score – Rolling Admissions
- Minimum GPA requirements apply – contact admissions
- Official academic transcripts
- Government-issued photo ID / passport
- Letters of recommendation (2-3)
- Personal statement / statement of purpose
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Pre-med Foundation (1 year – if not degree-ready)
- 4-year MD program (with prior degree)
- 5-year MD + Pre-Med combined pathway
- March and September intakes each year
- Submit your online application
- Review your MCCQE / CaRMS processing options
- Confirm financial details before enrollment
- Speak to one of our Canadian advisors
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. TAU is accredited by CAAM-HP and recognized by NCFMEA (US Department of Education). This recognition means TAU graduates are eligible to sit USMLE Steps 1 and 2 CK and pursue ECFMG certification – the required credential for entering US residency programs.
Yes. TAU actively welcomes US pre-med students and graduates. With NCFMEA recognition, US students can complete their MD at TAU and pursue the standard USMLE → ECFMG → NRMP residency match pathway to practice in the United States.
Yes. Texila Guyana offers financial aid options, including access to private student loans for eligible U.S. students, subject to lender eligibility requirements.
TAU’s USMLE Step 2 CK first-time pass rate is 90% (since 2022). Board preparation is integrated throughout the curriculum with dedicated faculty support to help students achieve first-attempt success.
Texila American University Guyana conducts clinical rotations at affiliated teaching hospitals in Guyana and the United States. Students gain hands-on clinical experience at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) in Guyana and the Marana Health Center, Arizona, USA, where they work with experienced healthcare professionals across a range of medical specialties.
Start Your Medical Career in the USA with TAU
September 2026 intake is now open. Speak with our admissions team and secure your seat.