For Students From India · Nepal · Bangladesh · Sri Lanka
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
About TAU Guyana
Your Pathway to Practice Medicine Across SAARC & Beyond
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), the NMC Licensing Examination (Nepal), the BMDC examination (Bangladesh), and the ERPM (Sri Lanka) — as well as the USMLE for U.S. residency and PLAB/UKMLA 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 in Tucson, Arizona — based on program stage and student eligibility, plus rotations in Guyana.
Compliant Pathways for SAARC Students
TAU complies with NMC (India) guidelines and is recognized by licensing bodies across Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, supporting your return-home licensure journey.
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 Texila
Why Choose Texila American University?
Eight reasons students from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka choose TAU Guyana as their pathway into medicine.
MD Program Structure
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.
Country Pathways
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 5.5-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 U.K., or the Gulf after graduation.
Key Highlights for Indian Students
- Listed in WDOMS and aligned with NMC of India guidelines
- NEET qualification accepted as part of the admissions pathway
- 5.5-Year MD program for students entering after 10+2 (PCB)
- 4-Year MD program for students with a Bachelor’s in Sciences
- Integrated FMGE/NExT preparation in the curriculum
- Clinical rotations at U.S. teaching hospitals, including Tucson, Arizona
- Tuition significantly lower than most private MBBS colleges in India
- Strong India alumni network and India-based admissions advisors
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 5.5-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, and the Gulf region.
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
- 5.5-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
- Tuition substantially lower than most private medical colleges in Nepal
- 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 pathways in Bangladesh, the U.S., the U.K., and across the Gulf.
Key Highlights for Bangladeshi Students
- Globally portable MD degree listed in WDOMS
- Curriculum designed to support BMDC examination eligibility
- 5.5-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/UKMLA preparation built into the curriculum
- Affordable tuition compared to private medical colleges in Bangladesh
- 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 alongside a clear pathway to Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) registration. 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/UKMLA.
Key Highlights for Sri Lankan Students
- Listed in WDOMS — supporting eligibility to sit ERPM (Act 16)
- Pathway aligned with Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) requirements
- 5.5-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 ERPM, USMLE, and PLAB/UKMLA preparation
- Tuition significantly lower than most international medical schools
- Sri Lanka–focused admissions guidance for applicants and families
Financial Support
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.
How to Apply
Admission Requirements
TAU Guyana welcomes applications from qualified students across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Contact our admissions team to confirm current requirements based on your country and the program you’re applying to.
- 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
- 5.5-Year Pre-Med + MD Program
- Multiple intakes per year (Spring, Fall, Winter)
- 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 National Medical Commission (NMC) of India guidelines. Indian graduates completing the 5.5-Year MD program at TAU are eligible to sit 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 sit licensing examinations administered by the NMC Nepal, BMDC (Bangladesh), and SLMC (Sri Lanka).
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 in Tucson, 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.