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Pre-Med Master's Program Offered at Saba: Paving the Way to Medical Success

Your path to a successful medical career starts here, with our comprehensive Pre-Medical Master’s Program offered at Saba. The program can get you direct admission to our medical degree program, fast-tracking your journey to a career in medicine and saving you time and money. Cultivate a supportive network and learn from our accomplished faculty, all dedicated to your success. Explore the unique opportunities within our esteemed Caribbean medical university, renowned for its accredited medical degree, competitive residencies, and a 30+ year legacy of excellence.

Kyle Stoneking, MD'22

Neurology Resident

I feel that my time at Saba has more than adequately prepared me to not just succeed, but to truly excel in residency.

Kimberly Morrison, MD'22

Internal Medicine/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Resident

Saba’s history of successful match results made it stand out amongst other options for medical school.

Biruntha Sritharan, MD'17

Psychiatry Resident

Saba helped me accelerate my dreams to become reality. It put me in a great position for me to follow through on my areas of interest.

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Bachelor’s degree (or comparable) from an accredited institution.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) applicants whose principal language is not English may be required to take the TOEFL or another comparable test.

Ready to Apply?

We accept applications all throughout the year. Semester classes begin in January, May, and September. Review the requirements, and then start your application here.

Term Dates

January, May, or September

Duration

8 Months

Admission to med school

Program graduates can gain direct admission to Saba's Medical Program, eliminating application delays and expenses.

Fast-track to med school

Start med school in just 8 months, not 2+ years like other programs.

Grow your network

Begin medical school with a built-in support system of friends and study partners.

Top faculty

100% of the Pre-Medical Master’s Program faculty hold either a PhD, MD or both, and have extensive experience teaching medical students.

Envision Your Saba Success Story – Hear From Our MD Graduates

Saba: the Caribbean's Best Kept Secret

Located near St. Maarten, the island nation of Saba (pronounced Say-ba) is known for some of the best diving in the world, incredible hiking through the rainforest and friendly residents who take the safety and conservation of the island as personal responsibility.

• Average temperature: 80° F / 26° C

• Land area: 5.0 sq mi / 13 sq km

• 12-min flight from St. Maarten

Approved for funding in the U.S. and Canada

Saba is approved for Title IV funding by the U.S. Department of Education and for access to Canadian Federal and Provincial Loans.

Automatic eligibility for up to $110,000 USD

Upon application to the program of Doctor of Medicine, you will be automatically reviewed for eligibility of up to $110,000 USD based upon academic merit.

Get access to private and public options

You can take advantage of a range of public and private options to assist you with financing your education.

Finance Your Medical Degree

Delivery Mode

Online

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Program Tuition

$7,000 USD per semester

Your Pathway to Medical School Starts at Saba.

Future MD

Key Benefits of the Pre-Med Program

Three Term Dates: January, May or September.

Upon successful completion of the Pre-Med Program, and unconditional acceptance to the Saba's medical program, you'll get access to a range of scholarship opportunities.

Canadian Citizen Grant of $80,000 USD*

Canadian students may qualify for the Canadian Citizen Grant of $80,000 USD.

*Effective for students matriculating during or after September 2024.

The Pre-Medical Master’s Program is an accelerated medical education program for career changers - those who have an undergraduate degree in something other than the typical pre-med majors. After successfully completing this 2-semester, 8-month program offered by Medical University of the Americas (MUA), students will be eligible for admission to Saba's medical program. Students are also awarded a Master's Degree in Biological Science from MUA. The curriculum is offered online, and students may begin the program any of three times per year - in January, May, or September. Students may attend asynchronously to allow for convenient attendance for students living in a variety of time zones. Students may also attend the program on a part-time basis.

What is the Pre-Medical Master’s Program?

Visit Our Campus: Saba Sojourn Program

$2,000 USD Travel Reimbursement Available*

Experience the medical program at Saba University firsthand through our Saba Sojourn Program. Visit the island, explore our modern campus facilities, engage in dynamic classroom discussions, and connect with our supportive community of faculty and students. Your journey towards a fulfilling career in medicine begins here, on Saba.

Enroll in our MD program within three semesters of your visit, and you will receive a travel reimbursement of up to $2,000 USD for airfare and lodging.*

See for yourself why our students love it here and schedule your visit today.

*To qualify for travel reimbursement of up to $2,000 USD, you must submit receipts for airfare and lodging expenses within 30 days of enrollment. Enrollment must take place within three semesters of your initial visit.

Delivery Mode

Online

Duration

8 Months and Online

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Program Tuition

$7,000 USD per Semester

Pursue Our Pre-med Program with an Accredited University in the Caribbean.