Ponce Health Sciences University

Federal Student Aid Available

U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens who are accepted to our MD program can now apply through FAFSA to help finance their medical education, effective April 24, 2026

PHSU

WHERE HEALTHCARE DREAMS BECOME REALITY

8:1

Faculty to Student Ratio

70%

of PHSU Alumni practice in the U.S.

95th

Percentile of Students Planning to Care for Underserved Communities**

Financing Your Education

PHSU aims to make education affordable for all students. That’s why we offer a variety of scholarships and payment plans to help you finance your education. Our financial resources team is available to work with each student to create a feasible financial strategy so students can focus on learning.

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Your International MD Questions, Answered.

Academic support is a core part of our program. Students receive guidance from both on-site and remote faculty, with each faculty member assigned to mentor a dedicated group of students. We counsel them, support them, and walk alongside them throughout their medical education.

- Raghvendra Tey, M.B.B.S, MD, FSCT, PGDip

Professor and Chair of Basic Science, School of Medicine BVI

Clinical Rotation Opportunities

During the final two years of the MD program, PHSU–BVI students may apply for clinical rotations at affiliated teaching hospitals and approved clinical sites in Missouri, Florida, and Puerto Rico. These opportunities offer valuable exposure to diverse patient populations and U.S. healthcare environments, supporting clinical development and preparation for residency training.

International Students

Students from around the world choose PHSU BVI for its supportive community and personalized approach to student success. Our team assists international students with every step of their journey, helping them feel confident, connected, and prepared to achieve their academic and professional goals.

PHSU BVI has an ECFMG Sponsor Note in the World Directory of Medical Schools. Students and graduates of PHSU BVI are eligible to apply for ECFMG Certification, provided all ECFMG requirements are met. ECFMG Certification is an important step for many international medical graduates seeking to enter residency training in the United States. The addition of the ECFMG Sponsor Note confirms that PHSU BVI students and graduates may pursue this pathway, subject to the standard requirements applicable to all applicants.

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ACCM Accreditation

The Doctor of Medicine program at Ponce Health Sciences University's British Virgin Islands campus holds preliminary accreditation from the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine (ACCM), an internationally recognized accrediting body for medical education programs. This accreditation ensures the program meets rigorous academic and professional standards, preparing graduates for success in the global medical field.

Ponce Health Sciences University–BVI

CCFC+GQR Paraquita Bay, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Email | bvi-admissions@psm.edu

*Scholarship awards vary based on specific eligibilty requirements and are not guaranteed.

**The figure shown reflects combined data across Ponce Health Sciences University and is not specific to the BVI campus.

*AAMC Mission Management Tool 2025, Prepared to Care for Different Backgrounds, 2022-2024

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