ST. George’s University Presenter: Kimberly Finley

St. George’s University Mission Statement St. George’s University holds to these truths:  Our highest purpose is education and there is no better education than one that is truly international. We are committed to developing the intellectual capacity, creativity and professionalism of our students – immersing them in the rich diversity of human experience and aspirations, thereby preparing them to shape the future of our world while adding to the knowledge base of humankind.

St. George’s University History 1974 Grenada Independence 1977 Charter class School of Medicine 1994 School of graduate Studies 1996 School of Arts and Sciences 1999 School of Veterinary Medicine 2006 MBA 2008 RN to BSN

School of Medicine Grenada Campus Spring 2016 enrollment: 499 students Keith B Taylor Global Scholars Program Spring 2016 enrollment:44 students Total enrollment for Spring 2016: 543 Average age: 26 50% female, 50% male Grenada Campus: 79% of students U.S citizens Total MD program enrollment 5,497 Average GPA: Overall 3.3, Science 3.1 Average MCAT: 24/495 Total Program Cost: 378,885 (90% percent used loans)

M.D Basic Sciences and Clinical programs Basic Sciences- 2 years in Grenada Clinical Sciences- 2 years in US or UK Many affiliated hospitals for rotations 45% female, 55% male

School of Medicine USMLE Pass Rate/Residency placement 96% pass rate on 1st attempt of USMLE Average mean score is 224 91% obtained US residencies in 2015 graduation year 97% obtained US residencies one year out

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Veterinary Program Grenada Campus Spring 2016 enrollment:93 Average age: 25 Grenada Campus: 85% of students U.S citizens 80% female 20% percent male Average GPA: Overall 3.2, Science 3.1 Average GRE: ? Total program enrollment: 758 Total Program Cost: 290,000 (88% percent used loans) Pre-Clinical Years-3 years in Grenada Clinical Training- 4th years in US, UK, Ireland, Canada, or Australia Currently 29 affiliated veterinary schools for clinical training

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Dual Programs Medicine Veterinary MD/MPH (Public Health) MD/MSC (Master of Science) Veterinary DVM/MPH (Public Health) DVM/MSC (Master of Science)

Public Health Total Enrollment: 117 MPH (stand alone): 28 MD Dual: 89 Total graduates 813 36% percent US citizens 61% female, 39% male Tracks Epidemiology Environmental and Occupational health Health Policy and Administration Veterinary Public Health Preventive Medicine Public Health

St. George’s University Psychological Services Offering free and confidential services to SGU students and employees Counseling and Psychotherapy for Individuals, Couples, Families and Groups Emergency and Crisis Support (e.g., violence victim or suicidal) Performance Enhancement Disability Services Psychologist Perspective on Psychotropic Medication Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs Career counseling LGBTQQI Safe-Zone

Academic Enhancement Program (AEP) The Academic Enhancement Program is a support program implemented by the Department of Educational Services (DES) for students in their first year in the School of Medicine or School of Veterinary Medicine. AEP consist of the following: Early contact (Facebook, e-mail) Cohort, orientation, study skills AEP check-in surveys AEP faculty advisor, proactive and responsive communication AEP closed and open review groups Monitoring and triage to resources Also conduct workshops

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