99%
USMLE Step 1 First-Time Pass Rate (2021-2023)1
Exceptional Doctors Require Extraordinary Medical Training
Transform your ambition into achievement with Saba University School of Medicine's medical program.
Empowering the Next Generation of Doctors
99%
USMLE Step 2 CK First-Time Pass Rate (2021-2023)2
97%
Residency Placement Rate3
3,000+
Graduates
NVAO
Accreditation
One of the World’s Leading International Medical Schools
Saba University School of Medicine, a leading international medical school with more than a 30-year legacy, trains exceptional physicians. Start with twenty months on the safe, pristine Caribbean island of Saba, followed by clinical training at teaching hospitals in the United States and Canada. Join an inclusive and diverse community, benefit from personalized attention in our intentionally small class settings, and access resources like mentorship, counseling, wellness initiatives, and academic support through our Student Support Services and Learning Center.
Join a Globally Accredited Medical School
Saba University School of Medicine holds an accreditation recognized globally, enabling our students to practice medicine in all 50 U.S. states, Canada, the United Kingdom, and various other countries. Our accreditor, the Accreditation Organization of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO), is recognized by the World Federation of Medical Education and its standards have been deemed comparable to the standards used to accredit medical schools in the United States by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation. The NVAO is the accrediting body for the Netherlands and Flanders. Saba is the only Caribbean medical school that has met the standards of European accreditation.
Your Path to Medical School
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program
Our 4-year (10 semesters) Doctor of Medicine program offers extensive medical education and hands-on training delivered by a knowledgeable faculty team that is committed to helping students achieve long-term career success as practicing physicians. If you are passionate about healthcare and want to become a medical doctor, we can help you get there!
Our mission continues to be providing a quality medical education at accessible costs. As part of this commitment, we have recently implemented new pricing for Canadian students, who are now eligible to pay their MD program tuition and administrative fees in CAD!
Pre-Medical Programs
Pre-Med Master’s Program
Experience an accelerated medical education program for career changers with an undergraduate-level degree and some foundational science coursework. Complete your 8-month Master’s through Medical University of the Americas4 (our fellow GUS Med & Vet institution) and apply for admission to the MD program at Saba University School of Medicine.
Gateway Medical Program
Prepare for your MD with Gateway Medical Program, a 15-week online preparatory course for students who have received conditional acceptance. Upon successful completion of Gateway, students join the next entering Saba University School of Medicine medical program class.
Start Medical School When You’re Ready
Choose from three flexible start dates at Saba:
September | January | May
Ariana Gammon
MD Student | Nova Scotia, Canada
“I knew Saba had a good reputation in Canada and the US, and I wanted a school I could trust to help prepare me for Step 1 and get me back to North America.”
Oladipo Oladapo
MD Student | Ontario, Canada
“I chose Saba University School of Medicine because it is one of the most prestigious Caribbean medical schools, and I knew I would obtain an excellent medical education here.”
Discover the Charm of Saba
Offering breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and a strong sense of community, the tranquil day-to-day life on Saba is a great benefit of studying at Saba University School of Medicine.
Alumni Success Stories
After three decades and over 3,000 accomplished graduates, we take immense pride in our track record of success. Our graduates continue to raise the standard of excellence, with remarkable performances across all standards.
“After obtaining my Medical Degree from Saba University, I matched into the Internal Medicine Program at the University of Toronto. My journey home was complete four years later when I was hired to serve in my hometown at Trillium Health Partners.”
Dhanjit Litt, MD, FRCPC
Class of 2011
General Internist
Program Chief and Medical Director
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Upcoming Events
Stay informed through our virtual and in-person events, where you’ll gain valuable insights into our medical degree program, admissions criteria, and interview process. Our sessions allow you to directly connect with our alumni and admissions team for personalized discussions and guidance.
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1. Based on 2021-2023 data. First-time pass rate defined as total number of students passing the USMLE Step 1 on their first attempt divided by the total number of students taking USMLE Step 1 for the first time during the calendar years 2021 to 2023. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 1 exam, the student must successfully complete the Basic Science curriculum and such other prerequisites as the school may establish at its discretion.
2. Based on 2021-2023 data. First-time pass rate defined as total number of students passing the USMLE Step 2 CK on their first attempt divided by the total number of students taking USMLE Step 2 CK for the first time between the calendar years 2021 to 2023. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 2 CK exam, the student must successfully complete the Clinical Medicine curriculum and such other prerequisites as the school may establish at its discretion.
3. 97% Four Year Residency Placement Rate is the percent of students attaining a residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24 who were active applicants in the NRMP match or attained a residency outside the NRMP match.
4. The Pre-Med Master’s program is offered by, and Master’s degree is awarded by, Medical University of the Americas.