PRE-MED to MD Pathway
Two Options for Your Pre-Med Education
5 Year In-Person Program
Immerse yourself in a hands-on, Pre-Med to MD pathway at Trinity School of Medicine’s Basic Science campus. This in-person program offers small class sizes, personalized instruction, and early exposure to MD faculty—all set in a supportive, island environment that fosters academic success and global medical perspectives. Prepare for a future in medicine with the structure, mentorship, and community that Trinity is known for.
In-Person Location:
St. Vincent (Caribbean)
Online Asynchronous Path
Pursue your pre-med education on your schedule with Trinity School of Medicine’s fully online, asynchronous pathway offered in collaboration with Brewton-Parker College. This flexible pathway is designed for students balancing life, work, and academics, while receiving expert instruction and a clear path to advance into Trinity’s MD program. Learn at your own pace, wherever you are, with full support every step of the way.
Online & Asynchronous Location:
Remote
Pre-Med Through MD Residency Timeline:
- Prep for USMLE Step 1
- 48 weeks
- 27 weeks
About Trinity’s Pre-Med to MD Pathways
Trinity’s Pre-Med to MD Pathways are tailored to the individual needs of applicants to ensure their eligibility for the MD program.
The pathways provide high school graduates, undergraduates, and post-baccalaureate students a path to completing the requirements necessary for entry into medical school. The prerequisite requirements of the MD program can be completed online, asynchronously or in-person, in St. Vincent.
Pre-Med Requirements
Trinity's Pre-Med to MD Pathways are committed to providing a clear, equitable, and academically rigorous track to medical school.
- Verbal, written, and conversational proficiency in English.
- Completion of high school, General Educational Development (GED) test, or an equivalent educational experience sufficient for college or university admission.
Pre-Med Program FAQs
Attending Trinity School of Medicine, a pre-med Caribbean medical school, presents a host of compelling advantages for prospective medical students. One of the key reasons to consider Trinity is its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The school prides itself on providing personalized attention and small class sizes, ensuring that students receive individualized instruction and ample opportunities for academic growth. Additionally, Trinity boasts a distinguished faculty comprised of experienced healthcare professionals who are dedicated to mentoring and guiding students throughout their medical journey.
Our Pre-Med program is designed to cover all essential foundational courses in two terms that will prepare you for success in medical school. The required courses include:
- General Biology
- General/Inorganic Chemistry
- General Physics
- Behavioral Science
- Mathematics
- English
Attending our Pre-Med Pathways offers the flexibility to study online, asynchronously or in-person, in St. Vincent. Additionally, it builds a strong foundation that enhances your chances of admission into our prestigious MD program.
To apply for Trinity's Pre-Med Program, visit our online applicant portal. The user-friendly portal guides you through each step of the application process, making it easy to start your journey towards becoming a successful physician. If you have specific inquiries or need assistance, feel free to contact our Admissions Office directly. We invite you to apply to Trinity today!
Pre-health and Pre-Med are related but distinct paths in the journey towards a career in medicine or healthcare. While they share some common elements, they have different focuses and goals. Pre-health is a broader term that encompasses all undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, which includes fields beyond medicine such as dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, veterinary medicine, and more.
Students who successfully pass all required courses will be considered for promotion to Trinity School of Medicine’s Doctor of Medicine degree program.
Enrollment in Trinity School of Medicine’s Pre-Med to Med Program will prepare you for becoming a successful physician. Undergraduate students attend classes in a year-round format (trimesters), building towards promotion to the MD program in year two. The curriculum was designed with the same prerequisites U.S. students complete, giving students a level playing field for Step 1, Step 2 CK, and residency."
Other advantages include:
- Instruction from and interaction with the MD faculty and students.
- Undergraduate classes are held online or in person, with the exception of the final term. The final term is held in person on the basic science campus and is designed to acclimate students to the rigors of the MD program.
- Testing and preparation beginning in the undergraduate program to better prepare you for a strong score on NBME and USMLE type exams.
- Opportunities in the final term to shadow faculty and students at the hospital and be mentored by medical students and tutors who have mastered the basic science coursework of the MD program.
- Ability to determine early in your studies if practicing medicine is the right choice for you.
While English does not need to be your native language, applicants must be proficient in the English language or pass a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) exam. Students with non-English transcripts must have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), an accredited member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
