St. George's University

About

St. George's University (SGU) is a leading international institution renowned for its robust programs in health sciences, particularly its Schools of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. The university is exceptionally international, attracting students from over 100 countries, and all programs are taught entirely in English, making it highly accessible for prospective international students. SGU offers comprehensive support services, including academic advising and career guidance, specifically designed to help a diverse student body succeed in their global aspirations, often leading to licensure in the US, UK, or Canada. While there isn't a dedicated 'international school,' the entire university operates with an international focus, providing pathways and clinical rotations across the globe. A distinctive characteristic is its unique Caribbean setting combined with a global reach, providing a vibrant, multicultural learning environment focused on preparing healthcare professionals for worldwide practice.

Background

St. George's University is a private for-profit medical school and international university in Grenada, West Indies, offering degrees in medicine, veterinary medicine, public health, the health sciences, nursing, arts and sciences, and business. St. George's University was established by an act of Grenada's parliament on July 23, 1976. Classes in the School of Medicine began January 17, 1977. In 1993, the university added graduate and undergraduate programs. In 1996, it was granted a charter for the School of Arts and Sciences and a Graduate Studies Program. In 1997, undergraduate courses in international business, life sciences, medical sciences, pre-medical and pre-veterinary medicine were added. The School of Veterinary Medicine was established in 1999, as was the university's Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine.

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