St. Mary's School of Medicine (St. Lucia)

Castries - Saint Lucia
Abroad

General Information

The St. Mary's School of Medicine (St. Lucia) is an offshore medical institution that has historically provided medical education to international students, primarily aiming for clinical practice in the United States or the United Kingdom.

Important Status Update (2025/2026): According to the school's official records and the World Directory of Medical Schools, the institution is currently not admitting new students as it is undergoing a process of restructuring. Please verify their current operational status directly before making any financial commitments.

General Info

  • Established: Originally founded in 1998 in the Cook Islands, it later established a presence in Saint Lucia.

  • Degree Awarded: Doctor of Medicine (MD).

  • Program Structure: * Basic Sciences (5 Trimesters): Traditionally conducted on-campus in the Caribbean.

    • Clinical Sciences (72–86 Weeks): Core and elective rotations conducted at affiliated hospitals in the USA and other countries.

  • Curriculum: Follows the North American medical education model, preparing students for the USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination).

Campus Facilities

  • Location: Historically based in Castries, the capital of Saint Lucia.

  • Facilities: The campus includes specialized laboratories for anatomy and histology, lecture halls, and a medical library.

  • Integrated Learning: The school emphasizes small class sizes to ensure a high teacher-to-student ratio and personalized academic support.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Affiliations: The school has historically maintained partnerships with teaching hospitals in the United States for clinical clerkships.

  • Core Rotations (48 weeks): Internal Medicine, Surgery, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Obstetrics/Gynecology.

  • Elective Rotations (24 weeks): Students choose from specialties such as Cardiology, Neurology, Emergency Medicine, and Radiology.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Note: These are based on the last active tuition cycles; restructuring may change these figures.

    • Basic Medical Sciences: ~$5,500 USD per trimester.

    • Clinical Sciences: ~$6,500 USD per trimester.

    • One-time Fees:

      • Application Fee: $50 (Non-refundable).

      • Matriculation Fee: $950.

      • Graduation Fee: $375.

    City Details

    • Vibe: Castries is a busy port city and the commercial hub of Saint Lucia. It is famous for its vibrant central market and proximity to beautiful beaches.

    • Safety: Like most Caribbean capitals, students are advised to stay in well-lit, populated areas and follow standard safety precautions.

    • Transportation: Mini-buses are the primary mode of local transport and are very affordable for students.

    Hostel & Mess

    Note: These are based on the last active tuition cycles; restructuring may change these figures.

    • Basic Medical Sciences: ~$5,500 USD per trimester.

    • Clinical Sciences: ~$6,500 USD per trimester.

    • One-time Fees:

      • Application Fee: $50 (Non-refundable).

      • Matriculation Fee: $950.

      • Graduation Fee: $375.

    Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seats: There is no specific NRI quota. Admission is open to all international students based on their undergraduate science GPA and pre-requisite completion.

  • NEET Requirement: For Indian students, qualifying for NEET-UG is mandatory if they intend to return to India to practice, as per National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines.

  • Recognition: The school is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), which is essential for ECFMG certification and applying for residency in the USA.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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