Ross University School of Medicine
St. Michael (Two Mile Hill), Barbados
A Caribbean medical school whose basic-science (Foundations of Medicine) semesters are taught on its Barbados campus. Clinical rotations follow at affiliated US hospital systems. A readiness program (MERP) is offered for applicants who need extra preparation before entering the MD.
- Degree
- MD
- Taught in
- English
- Length
- 4 years
- Tuition
- ≈ $77,433 / year
Tuition
$77,433 a year: the 24th lowest of 24 programs.
The official fee is 77,433 USD for 2026/27. Official rate effective September 2026: $25,811 tuition per Foundations of Medicine semester. This figure assumes three semesters a year (January/May/September terms); actual yearly cost depends on progression. Extra per-semester charges: administrative fee $6,521, educational technology fee $863, health insurance $1,657. Clinical semesters 6-10: $30,500 tuition each. Priced in USD.
The program
Program length: 4 years (11 semesters: 5 Foundations of Medicine + 6 clinical).
- 4-year MD
- Medical Education Readiness Program (MERP) leading into the MD
Intakes: January, May, September
Clinical training
Clinical sciences (years 3-4) take place at affiliated teaching hospitals and health systems across the United States.
Accreditation & licensing
- Accredited by CAAM-HP
- NCFMEA (U.S. Department of Education) has found CAAM-HP standards comparable to U.S. standards
- Approved for the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program (Title IV)
Ross says graduates are eligible for ECFMG certification and can apply for US and Canadian residencies. Its accreditation is through CAAM-HP.
Sources
Last checked October 28, 2026. Fees and requirements change, so confirm everything on the official website before applying.