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St. Matthew’s University

St. Matthew’s University is an accredited institution in the Caribbean that offers both veterinary and MD degrees. Through a basic sciences curriculum coupled with clinical rotations, our students have excelled on the licensing exams- 95% first time pass rate on the USMLE Step 1 and a 92% on the NAVLE.  

History

St. Matthew’s University was established in 1997. Since then, over 2,000 students have earned their MD or DVM degree . Our successful graduates have gone on to practice at some of the most outstanding facilities in the US and Canada. 

Education

Our MD program consists of two years of Basic Sciences followed by two years of Clinical Rotations. The  Basic Sciences program is designed to develop your knowledge of the human body and the effects disease has on it. You’ll learn through a series of labs, lectures and clinical skills training. After Basic Sciences you will transition to teaching hospitals in the U.S. and Canada where you will do Clinical Rotations in the core subject areas followed by electives.

Our DVM program consists of a 3 years of Basic Sciences curriculum where students will learn key elements of veterinary physiology, anatomy, immunology, parasitology and much more.

Career

At St. Matthew’s we do everything we can to ensure your success by supporting all aspects of your education and life. For both the MD and DVM programs you will be taught in small classrooms by an expert and dedicated faculty. In addition, student mentors are there for you to help adjust to the rigors of school and share their best practices and knowledge.

At SMUSOM,you will participate in a unique first semester Student Development course, offering study skills, exam strategies, peer support, and stress management. The SMUSOM curriculum is a proven integrated, discipline-based program that coupled with comprehensive USMLE preparation has enabled our students to average a 95% first time USMLE Step One pass rate.

St. Matthew’s University Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to St. Matthew’s University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1600 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Mozida African Master Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mozida Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
iVisa Annual Scholarship
Merit-based

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iVisa
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2024
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Biotin Xtreme Hair Care Annual Scholarship 2023: Empowering The Future Of Hair Care
General Scholarships

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Biotin Xtreme Hair Care
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1600 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Mozida African Master Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Mozida Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
iVisa Annual Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

iVisa
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2024
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Biotin Xtreme Hair Care Annual Scholarship 2023: Empowering The Future Of Hair Care
General Scholarships

Read more about eligibility

Biotin Xtreme Hair Care
Location not available

For a complete overview of scholarships for St. Matthew’s University, visit our scholarship search.

Housing services

During your first semester, you’ll be required to stay in our St. Matthew’s University Residence Hall. It is a beautiful and located two miles from campus with bus service provided several times per day.

The housing market on Grand Cayman is strong and presents many opportunities for student tenants to find homes. Most rental units are located in areas such as Seven Mile Beach, George Town and South Sound. They come furnished (i.e., stocked with standard hard and soft furnishings, such as beds, tables, appliances, couches, window dressings, etc.) or fully furnished (i.e., everything but your own clothes and personal belongings is included).

Library services

Our campus has a fully air-conditioned library containing all the relevant texts needed for your MD or DVM program.

ICT services

 Wireless technology is provided throughout the campus.

Medical services

The Cayman Islands have one of the best healthcare systems in the world which includes three state-of-the-art hospitals. In the unlikely event that you fall ill, you’ll be living on an island with one of the highest ratios of physicians to its population in the Caribbean.

Campus life

 Our campus is located in Seven Mile Beach on Grand Cayman. Surrounded by local restaurants and within walking distance of the beach, the St. Matthew’s  campus is in the perfect location. You will be able to take advantage of fully air-conditioned classrooms, a library and student lounges. The campus also has a dedicated test center which simulates the conditions of the USMLE Step 1 exam to ensure you can practice before taking the actual exam.  

Student clubs

The School of Medicine has many student associations for you to get involved in including American Medical Student Association (AMSA), Canada Key, Indian Student Association, Research Organization, St. Matthew’s University Circle K Club and Student Government Association (SGA). The School of Veterinary Medicine also offers student associations which are a great way to learn more about the study of veterinary medicine and to make friends with your peers. Associations include American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), Coral Reef Research Club (CRRC), Student Chapter of the American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition (SCAAVN) and Student Veterinary Emergency Critical Care Society (SVECCS).

St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine’s MD program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM) which is the accrediting body for the Cayman Islands.

St. Matthew’s University School of Veterinary Medicine is a member institution of the AAVMC.

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