
Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program
Future physicians undertake Basic Science on Grand Cayman before proceeding into Clinical Medicine rotations in North America.

MD Program Overview and Outcomes
Our Doctor of Medicine (MD) program curriculum integrates basic and clinical science to provide students with a deep understanding of the human body in health and disease.
This approach enables students to develop the knowledge and skills they will need to effectively treat patients, prevent disease and promote good health throughout their future careers as practicing medical doctors.
The MD degree program consists of four years (10 semesters) of both academic and clinical learning, divided evenly between the Basic Science and Clinical Medicine programs. Upon successful completion of all MD curriculum requirements, graduates will be awarded their Doctor of Medicine degrees.
USMLE Preparation and Success
90% USMLE Step 11 and 97% USMLE Step 2 CK2 first-time pass rates.
100% Residency Placement Rate3
Our graduates successfully secure placements across North America.
2,300+ MD Graduates
Alumni have earned residencies and licensure in the U.S., Canada and internationally.
Accredited MD
Program
Accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine.

Basic Science
Five semesters of classroom and lab-based learning on the island of Grand Cayman. Includes the USMLE Step 1 exam.

Clinical Medicine
Five semesters of clinical rotations in North America. Includes the USMLE Step 2 CK exam.
4-Year MD Program Journey

Academic Calendar
MD Program Admissions Requirements
The SMUSOM admissions team evaluates applications holistically and wants to know as much about you as a person, including your motivations and passion for medicine, as they do about your academic background. Be sure to use the relevant support documents below to create a well-rounded account of your candidacy.
In addition to completing the MD program prerequisite courses (General Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and English), applicants must submit the following items as part of their applications:
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MCAT scores (required for U.S. applicants)
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Official transcript(s) from each college, university and/or professional school attended
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Two letters of recommendation
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Personal statement (500 words or less)
Learn more about all support documents and prerequisites:
Doctor of Medicine Program Tuition and Fees
SMUSOM proudly delivers accessible program costs for MD students, which helps make our comprehensive medical education the right choice for future physicians around the world.
In order to further support your journey towards an MD degree, we also offer financial support via grants and scholarships, and MD program participants from the United States and Canada (excluding ON, BC and NL) are eligible for government financial aid.tuition and fees
Seminar Series
St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine is proud to sponsor frequent Continuing Medical Education Conferences in collaboration with leading medical organizations, such as Johns Hopkins University and the Cleveland Clinic.
Presenters are often among the top practitioners and researchers in their respective fields, and attendees include St. Matthew’s University MD program students and faculty, as well as Cayman Islands and other Caribbean medical professionals.
“I think what St. Matthew’s [University] has that is super unique is the small student-to-faculty ratio. It’s just so much more personal…Everyone was so approachable and I just feel like that’s so unique, going to a smaller Caribbean medical school.”
Danielle Boothe, MD
Resident Physician (General Surgery)
Jersey Shore University Medical Center (New Jersey, U.S.)
SMUSOM Alum 2025
Grand Cayman Healthcare Facility Training
Throughout the first two years of our medical program, students participate in a series of Basic Science courses that focus on the art of patient care and preventive medicine. What is notable about the St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine (SMUSOM) 4-year MD program is that these courses are integrated with the Cayman Islands’ world-class healthcare system, which offers students access to in-person hospital and community clinic experiences, as well as hospital-based research opportunities.
These real healthcare experiences occur primarily at two local hospitals. SMUSOM Doctor of Medicine program students visit these hospitals to learn from practicing physicians, make patient rounds and review charts with medical practitioners. Both hospitals are easily accessible from the St. Matthew’s University campus.
The Anthony S. Eden Hospital (formerly George Town Hospital) is a 127-bed facility located in George Town. The hospital offers numerous specialty services, including orthopedics, rheumatology, radiology, gastroenterology, dental and eye clinics, as well as emergency services, operating rooms, a maternity unit and general practitioner offices. A pharmacy and professional library are also located within this modern campus.
The Doctors Hospital (formerly CTMH) is a private, 18-bed facility located on Walkers Road in Grand Cayman. The Doctor’s Hospital offers 24/7 urgent care, along with a family practice office that is open seven days a week. This modern facility houses two operating rooms, as well as a maternity unit with four private birthing suites. Specialty services include cardiology, podiatry, dermatology and psychiatry.
Student Support and The Learning Center
At St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine (SMUSOM), we are as committed to your medical career dream as you are. Our faculty and staff do everything possible to maximize your academic, personal and long-term success, and help you achieve your Doctor of Medicine degree.
To that end, we have developed SMUSOM’s unique Learning Center, which provides a set of services that support and enhance the educational experiences of our students.
The Learning Center’s mission is to assist and encourage medical students to develop their study and personal learning skills, which helps foster greater academic success. These goals are accomplished through services such as Faculty Reviews and Tutoring, Teaching Assistants, Peer Tutoring, Academic Development Workshops and our unique Student Development Course. Qualified counselors also serve as Academic Advisors to offer individual assistance upon request.