Overview
The first two academic years of the Doctorate of Medicine program from Ponce Health Science establish a solid pre-clinical base encompassing core disciplines and an introduction to clinical skills, behavioral science, and medical ethics. The interactive and innovative curriculum helps prepare students for clinical in core specialties during their third and fourth year, plus an additional five months of advanced specialty elective rotations.
Why PHSU BVI?
With over 45 years of experience preparing tomorrow's healthcare leaders, Ponce Health Sciences University is proud to open a medical school in the new international location in the British Virgin Islands. As a leader in training highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals, they are committed to providing a quality education that prepares the students to meet the challenges of the modern medical world.
Some students may qualify for a unique dual-degree opportunity. Ask your admissions counselor how you can earn your MD and an MS in Medical Sciences at the same time.
Accreditation
Preliminarily accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM)
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Gross Anatomy, Embryo & Imaging
- Medical Biochemistry
- Histology & Cell Biology
- Clinical Correlation
- Physiology
- Community Medicine & Geriatrics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Road Town, British Virgin Islands
Disciplines
Medical Imaging Occupational Health and Safety ImmunologyWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree with a strong science background from an accredited institution is preferred. Bachelor’s degrees may be two, three- or four-years equivalent, from an accredited institution and must have at least 120 credit hours.
- Completion of General Biology with lab: 8 credits, General Chemistry with lab: 8 credits, Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry with lab: 8 credits, General Physics, Statistic or Calculus: 3 credits
- U.S. citizens, U.S. Nationals and U.S. Permanent Residents must submit an MCAT score; international students may submit equivalent standardized exam scores to strengthen their applications.
- Two letters of recommendation
- A personal statement
- Resume or curriculum vitae
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents62100 USD / year≈ 62100 USD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents62100 USD / year≈ 62100 USD / year -
In-State Applies to you
Applies to you62100 USD / year≈ 62100 USD / year
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