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Learn about the necessary components of a successful Doctor of Medicine (MD) program application.
Using a comprehensive approach to the selection of students for admission, Saba University School of Medicine (SUSOM) seeks to identify those students who have the potential for success both in medical school and as physicians. If you have a compelling interest in medicine, a commitment to serving others and a strong work ethic, we welcome you to apply.
MD program applicants from the United States (U.S. citizens or permanent residents) or Canada are expected to have a minimum of three years of undergraduate studies, or the equivalent of 90 semester hours or 135 quarter hours, from an accredited college or university. Note that preference will be given to applicants who have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher.
At SUSOM, we consider applications holistically; this means our goal is to learn as much about you as an individual as we learn about your academic performance and health-related work experience.
As you prepare your application, be sure to highlight why you would be a good fit at Saba University School of Medicine and what abilities you possess that will help you succeed as a future physician.
The general application process will proceed like this:
SUSOM admissions experts work closely with applicants to provide support throughout the entirety of the process. They will also help successful candidates get ready for the MD program by providing housing, travel and visa application advice.
*Please note you can apply through our application portal or by submitting a verified copy of your AMCAS, OMSAS, AACOMAS or TMDSAS application via our common app form.
After submitting your application, you must upload the following documentation as it becomes available. Unofficial documents, such as transcripts, can be submitted with the initial application and then replaced with official documents when they become available. This accelerates the review process and gets you a decision sooner.
As part of the application process, eligible applicants must complete an admissions interview, either in-person or via video call.
*For recent graduates, it is highly recommended that at least one letter is from a professional acquaintance and the other is academic related.
The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is required for all applicants who are citizens, nationals or permanent residents of the United States. Canadian and other international students are not required to submit MCAT scores, although it is recommended to still do so.
More information about the MCAT is available at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) website. Applicants can send SUSOM their MCAT exam scores through the AAMC’s online THx system as soon as they are available to the AAMC.
Since English is the language of instruction at SUSOM, it is important that applicants be prepared to understand the curriculum and able to communicate effectively.
Applicants whose principal language is not English may be required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or other comparable exam.
Applicants are encouraged to have 50 hours or more of direct patient care experience. This experience can come from volunteering in a hospital setting, shadowing physicians, working as an EMT, etc.
Applicants are required to include two letters of recommendation in their SUSOM submission.
For recent graduates, one letter should come from an academic instructor or advisor (pre-med course related) and the other should be from a supervisor or coworker you know from your medical work/volunteer experience. Established professionals can submit letters from two work-related contacts.
When choosing individuals to write your letters, select those who can speak knowledgeably about your abilities and provide relevant examples. Authors should know you very well and have worked closely with you over a period of time.
Contact the admissions team today to ask questions and explore our school.
Please contact the Admissions Office before submitting an application for transfer. Students with unsatisfactory records or dismissal for any reason from other medical schools are not considered for transfer. Saba University School of Medicine does not offer advanced standing credit for coursework completed through a distance learning program or for courses taken in graduate or other professional degree programs.
A candidate for the MD program, and a future career as a practicing medical doctor, must have abilities and skills in the following five areas:
All accepted students must be able to meet these technical standards, either without accommodation or with those limited, reasonable accommodations that SUSOM agrees to at its sole discretion.
After you submit your application, it is important to upload any outstanding documents (e.g. official transcripts) as soon as they arrive. SUSOM will not tender an official offer until all required support documents are received.
An admissions advisor will contact you if the application review committee has any questions or if any documentation is required before the process can proceed.
Once a decision regarding an applicant’s candidacy is made, they will be notified as soon as possible (usually within 10 business days). Our admissions team will then be available to provide continued support as applicants prepare for next steps within the process or other further options.
After applying, qualified candidates will be informed if they have been selected to progress to the interview portion of the admissions process. This involves meeting with a member of the review committee, either in-person or via video call.
The interview will last for approximately 45-60 minutes. During this time, please be prepared to answer questions about your desire to practice medicine, relevant academic and work experience, interest in our school and student community, and more. It is also a good idea to prepare 3-4 questions to ask, to demonstrate your commitment to pursuing a rigorous medical education at SUSOM.
If you need any help before the interview, our admissions team will be available to answer questions and provide guidance. You can also reach out to them after the interview to provide feedback or any additional information you’d like the committee to know.
Contact admissions: admissions@saba.edu.
Students are able to begin at Saba University School of Medicine in January, May or September. This provides added flexibility as aspiring physicians secure funding for medical school, make travel plans and finalize educational timelines.
Thanks to our rolling admissions cycle, aspiring SUSOM attendees can also apply throughout the year and begin with the next class where seats are available (or later if they prefer).
SUSOM does not have a minimum GPA in order for aspiring physicians to apply. We evaluate applications holistically and consider personal experience and abilities along with academic performance.
Yes, eligible MD program applicants must have completed undergraduate coursework in biology, chemistry and English, along with other requirements. Learn more.
During the interview, an admissions team member will ask questions pertaining to the applicant’s academic and professional/volunteer background. Students should also plan to highlight their passion for medicine, career practice goals, personal abilities and interest in Saba University School of Medicine.
No, only U.S. citizens, nationals or permanent residents are required to complete the MCAT and submit their scores as part of the SUSOM MD program application. We recommend that international applicants consider submitting MCAT scores as well, but they are not required to do so.