Frequently Asked Questions

Guyana’s climate is warm and tropical throughout the year. The rainfall is generally high for most of the year, as is the humidity. December to January and May to June are the rainy seasons, while in coastal areas the climate is tempered by sea breezes.

Guyanese dollar is the currency. It’s represented by GYD. It’s an easily convertible currency with major foreign currencies.

Georgetown is the capital of Guyana.

There are many languages spoken in in Guyana, but English is the country’s national language, and is taught in all the schools. The only English speaking country in South America, Guyana is a great place for American and Canadian students to experience different cultures but still speak their native language. The second most common language is Guyanese Creole, with a number of different variations found throughout the country.

Guyana’s capital city, Georgetown, is very well connected with major airports in the region and major international destinations. International and regional airlines fly quite frequently to the Cheddi Jagan International Airport ( GEO ), also called Dr. Cheddi Jagan International Airport (IATA: GEO, ICAO: SYCJ) at Georgetown. It is situated at Linden, about 41 km south of Georgetown, the capital city of Guyana. Set on the right bank of the Demerara River, Cheddi Jagan International Airport serves Georgetown and neighboring areas. Some of the major airlines flying to Georgetown are:

Trans Guyana Airways

Travelspan

Blue Wing Airlines

Caribbean Airlines

Delta Airlines

Roraima Airways

Skyservice Airlines

Xtra Airways.

Guyana is located on the northern mainland of South America, sharing its borders with Brazil, Suriname, and Venezuela. Due to its regional similarity, Guyana is also a part of CARICOM community (Caribbean region)

Visa for Guyana can be obtained from the consulate or embassy of Guyana in your country or your neighboring countries. Our Admission Team is always available to get your visa before you travel. Many nationals also get visa on arrival in Guyana like USA, UK etc

Guyana shares a rich heritage with both Africa and India. Christianity and Hinduism are the main religions in Guyana apart from Islam and other beliefs.

Guyana offers a variety of entertainment options, including festivals, sports and outdoor activities such as hiking, rafting and swimming in freshwater creeks. Guyana also offers breathtaking waterfalls and nature areas. Kaieteur Falls, at 825 feet tall, is a wonder to behold. And Iwokrama Canopy Walkway, with its series of suspension bridges and decks in the Iwokrama Forest, provides an ideal spot for birdwatching and learning about Guyana’s trees and animals. In Guyana, you will also find a number of cultural institutions to visit, including the impressive Guyana Museum and Zoo.

Guyana has a rich flora and fauna and is frequented by tourists from across the world. Some of the major attractions are:

1)Kaieteuer Falls
3)Guyana national Museum
4)Canopy Walkway
5)St. George Cathedral
6) Botanical Gardens
7)City hall
8) Roy Geddes steel pan musuem
9) Pandama retreat and winery

Guyana’s GDP per capita is rapidly increasing on account of oil production and the country is expected to remain one of the fastest growing economies with double digit growth rates in 2023 and 20242. While, historically, Guyana’s GDP per capita was among the lowest in South America, extraordinary economic growth, averaging 31.7 percent over the last two years, brought real GDP per capita to over US$11,052 in 2021, from US$6,478.3 in 2019. Real GDP is estimated to have increased by 57.8 percent in 2022, owing primarily to an expansion of oil production.

Apart from oil, The economy is also dependent upon the export of sugar, gold, bauxite, shrimp, timber, and rice.
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/guyana/overview

Texila American University Guyana started its campus in 2010 and registered with National Accreditation Commission the same year. TAU-Guyana is ranked as the best medical school in Guyana by Uni Ranking. A coveted college, TAU-Guyana is known for its advanced infrastructure and curriculum designed exclusively to build world-class doctors and health-care practitioners.

Texila American University has a rich history of milestones and achievements since its inception. It was registered with the National Accreditation Council of Guyana in 2010, setting the foundation for recognized educational standards. The university established a clinical affiliation with the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation the same year.

In 2011, Texila American University welcomed its first batch of MD students, marking the beginning of its medical education programs. The following years saw significant developments, including the launch of the School of Nursing and the Texila E Journal in 2013.

The university expanded its physical presence in 2014 with the establishment of an annex campus in Goedverwagting. In 2015, the ground-breaking of the new campus in Providence reflected its commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities.

Texila American University pursued international collaborations in 2016, establishing a clinical affiliation in the United States. In 2018, it launched the Texila International Conference Series, promoting knowledge exchange globally.

Continuing its growth, the university established a new clinical campus in Tucson, Arizona, USA, in 2019. It also introduced the College of Public Health and the College of Business Management to diversify its academic offerings.

In 2020, Texila American University affiliated with Monroe College, USA, and introduced NBME examinations for improved evaluations. The university also launched Post Graduate Medicine Programs during this time.

The year 2021 marked significant partnerships with Lecturio and Kaplan for enhanced online content and the Basic Science Review Program. Texila American University received approval for the Canadian Loan Program, aiding Canadian students financially.

In 2022, the university expanded its network with partnerships, including the Guyana Online Academy of Learning, the GROW Initiative, Guyana Defense Force, and Guyana Police Force. The College of Hospitality and Tourism was launched, along with a partnership with CTH, UK.

Recently, in 2023, Texila American University achieved a major milestone by obtaining accreditations from CAAM-HP and ACCM, reaffirming its commitment to academic excellence and producing competent professionals.

The Accreditation, recognitions, and memberships of TAU include:

1. Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM)
2. Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and Other Health Professions (CAAM-HP)
3. Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
4. World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
5. National Accreditation Council of Guyana (NACG)
6. Medical Council of Guyana (MCG)

Other Medical Councils and Regulatory Bodies
TAU is recognized by the Medical Council of India, Medical Council of Canada,Medical Council of Nigerian,Pakistan Medicaland Dental Council,Health Professions Council of South Africa, and many other regional regulatory bodies and councils which enables our graduates to practice worldwide.

Kindly refer https://tau.edu.gy/accreditation-and-recognition/ to know more.

More than 400 students have graduated from TAU Guyana from 30+ countries and are successfully doing their professional practices across the world.

We offer following programs from our different colleges.

College of Medicine: Doctor of Medicine, Premed and Postgraduate Residency Program
College of Public Health: Bachelors, Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Public Health.
College of Business Management: Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Business Management
College of Information Technology: Bachelors, Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Business Management

Our state of art campus is located at East Bank Demerara. Which is around 40 Minutes from the airport and in one of the most prominent and growing locations in Guyana. Below is the complete address for the campus.
Lot 2442, Plantation Providence,
East Bank Demerara (EBD), Guyana,

More than 800 students are currently studying from more than 40 countries at the campus, enrolled into Medicine and other colleges.

There is a student council and student representatives for each class and program. The Student Council is the arm that represents the student interest in the University.

Yes, we do have hostel facilities for both male and female students traveling from outside of Guyana.
Types of accommodation available are:

Shared bedrooms (You can choose between two sharing and three sharing rooms)
All are hostel rooms are equipped with:
Community kitchen (equipped with gas stove and fridge)
Community study room (equipped with a study table)
Community laundry facilities
Housekeeping staff (for cleaning the bedrooms, and surroundings)
Daytime Caretaker / Night-time security personnel
Rooms are furnished with a bed, mattress, fan, inbuilt wardrobe, and chair
24/7 security

Chief Academic Officer – Dr Dheeraj Bansal
Provost – Dr. Hugh K. Duckworth
Chief Executive Officer – Mr. Syam Kumar
Registrar: Dr. Ajay Kumar Singh Rajput

TAU Guyana maintains a blend of local and international expert faculties in different schools. We have faculties from USA, India, and other countries, having their academic qualifications from different universities across the world. We maintain a faculty to student ratio of 1:8

TAU currently offers clinical rotations in USA and Guyana. The affiliate Hospitals are.

Tuscan Medical Center, Tuscan, Arizona, USA
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), Guyana
New Amsterdam Hospital, Guyana

TAU’s canteen serves a culinary mix of Indian, European, South American, African, and Asian flavors from the Caribbean heritage. The food can be pre-ordered to be delivered to the student apartments according to the preferred choice of the students.

TAU-Guyana offers annual scholarships toward aspiring, prospective students. Scholarships are available for MD program based on your qualification. Students can share their educational documents for verification to the Registrar’s office

Duration of the program is 5.5 years

The faculty at Texila are very much involved in the student’s well-being. They offer academic guidance as well as personal counselling to the students. The faculty support system at TAU has been a focus area for us and have been well rated by students

The MD program has in built USMLE training incorporated in the learning plan

WAEC or NECO/ Senior Secondary with Credits in Physics, Chemistry ,Biology and Math’s

Depending on your country of practice the salary varies these are some online resources for getting physician salary across the world.

How Do US Physician Salaries Compare With Those Abroad?

https://medvocation.com/en/blog/10-highest-paying-countries-for-doctors/4

In Guyana and USA

86% Pass Rate (2022 Data)

Yes, TAU graduates are eligible to practice in the USA. Graduates will have to follow the USMLE and Residency Pathways to get into a post graduate residency Program in the USA before getting their license to practice. Please contact one of our EA for more information on the USMLE and Post graduate residency process.

TAU graduates are eligible to practice in the Caribbean region

TAU-Guyana offers annual scholarships toward aspiring, prospective students. Scholarships are available for MD progran based on your qualification. Students can share their educational documents for verification to the Registrar’s office

Duration of the program is 5 years

The faculty at Texila are very much involved in the student’s well-being. They offer academic guidance as well as personal counselling to the students.

The MD program has in built USMLE training incorporated in the learning plan

Class 12th with Physics ,Chemistry ,Biology with a minimum score of 50% along with NEET pass score.

Depending on your country of practice the salary varies these are some online resources for getting physician salary across the world.

How Do US Physician Salaries Compare With Those Abroad?

https://medvocation.com/en/blog/10-highest-paying-countries-for-doctors/4

In Guyana and USA

86% Pass Rate (2022 Data)

Yes, TAU graduates are eligible to practice in the USA. Graduates will have to follow the USMLE and Residency Pathways to get into a post graduate residency Program in the USA before getting their license to practice. Please contact one of our EA for more information on the USMLE and Post graduate residency process.

TAU graduates are eligible to practice in the Caribbean region

We have a 90% + pass percentage in the FMGE examinations

Yes, TAU graduates are eligible to practice in Canada. Anyone wishing to practice in Canada must clear the Medical Council of Canada Evaluating examinations: the MCCQE Part 1 (MCC Qualifying Exam Part I) and the NAC (National Assessment Collaboration) Examination. The exams test the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for entrance into postgraduate training or residency in Canada. IMGs must take both examinations to apply to the Canadian residency program with the Canadian Residency Matching Service (CaRMS).

Students will be eligible to practice in US upon clearing the Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) exam

Students are expected to have 2.7 GPA for admission. However While grades are important, the Admissions Committee evaluates candidates holistically and hence students with lower GPA are also encouraged to apply for admissions.

Four Years

We offer admission in March and September of every year. However students are encouraged to apply at least 6 months in advance to ensure their seat for the intake of interest.

Texila American University boasts modern technology-equipped classrooms, discussion rooms, lecture halls, and labs, including an Anatomy lab with plastinated specimens. The Sports Lounge provides students with a comfortable gathering and study space, featuring Wi-Fi, a fitness center, and various sports equipment. A multi-cuisine cafeteria is available on campus for students’ convenience. The university aims to foster diversity and innovation by attracting students from over 45 different countries. Extracurricular activities and community-building programs are highly encouraged, creating a vibrant and inclusive campus environment. Texila American University values both education and life, celebrating various cultural events and occasions with enthusiasm and liveliness.