Ross Med is #1 among the top 4 Caribbean medical schools based on residency rates for 2024*.
*Based on information available on the schools' websites as of July 2024. Methodologies vary. Click here for details.
Join a Proudly Accredited Institution
Ross is accredited by Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP).
This means that as a graduate of RUSM, you’ll be eligible for Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates® (ECFMG®) certification and can apply for residencies and licensure in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Accreditation by CAAM-HP is a rigorous, peer review process that examines all aspects of a medical program. The CAAM-HP board, an independent and autonomous body of professionals, only certifies medical schools operating at the highest educational standards. View our accreditation and program recognition page for more information.
Discover the Ross Med Difference
Find opportunities and resources to support your success both in the classroom and beyond. Create your own academic path, make connections with supportive faculty and peers, and prepare yourself for a career you love. Ross Med is where great stories begin. It’s time to start yours.
Curriculum
Our students receive a rigorous medical education with opportunities for early hands-on experiences in Barbados.
Student Support
Even before your medical school journey begins, you’ll find a rich network of academic support resources at Ross Med.
Clinical Home Offer
Global perspective, local impact. Learn more about how you can return to your home town for clinical rotations.
Life in Barbados
Attending a Caribbean Medical School: Find Purpose in Paradise
With beautiful Barbados as a backdrop, Ross medical school's dedicated students are driven to make an undeniable impact where it’s needed most.
Experience Our Excellence
86.8%
Ross Med student’s five-year cumulative USMLE Step 1 first-time pass rate1
96%
First-time residency attainment rate for 2024-2025 graduates.2
$100M
Scholarships and grants valued at over $100 million (USD) have been awarded to students since 2020. Let us invest in you.
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Ross University School of Medicine has 28 clinical hospital affiliates across 9 states, as well as the District of Columbia.
1 First-time pass rate is the number of students passing the USMLE Step 1 exam on the first attempt divided by the number of students whose first attempt was in 2019-2023. In order to sit for the USMLE Step 1 exam students must successfully complete the Medical Sciences curriculum and earn a satisfactory score on the NBME CBSE exam as listed in the student handbook.
2 First-time residency attainment rate is the percent of students attaining a 2025-26 residency position out of all graduates or expected graduates in 2024-25 who were active applicants in the 2025 NRMP match or who attained a residency position outside the NRMP match.
Hear from our Alumni: Ross Med Gave Me a Chance
Maybe you were told that your grades weren’t good enough, that your MCAT wasn’t high enough, or that the path to becoming a physician was out of reach. You’re not alone. Many of our successful graduates faced similar challenges and doubts.
Rochelle-Ann Benjamin, MD ‘24
Hear from Ross Med Students: Finding Your Community
Fellow Rossies can attest to the fact that it is important to take a break every to rest and recharge, and enjoy the communal atmosphere of our student-centered campus. With the clubs and organizations available for you at Ross Med, you will be able to find your community while you are in Barbados and beyond.
Malik Saadmalik, MD ‘24
Hear From Ross Med Students: Support Systems
At Ross Med, we have a tailored support system to guide and push you towards success. Graduates have experienced the impact of our curriculum and partnerships as they embark on their new chapter of practicing medicine as residents. From help with study skills, career development, and USMLE (R) preparation, our academic advisors and career mentors are here to guide you toward a successful career in medicine.
Jeremiah Vick, MD ‘24
Adapting to Barbados Life
As you embark on this new chapter of your life, you will encounter many other students and advisors who can help your transition into your time in Barbados. Creating a strong partnership with fellow Rossies enrinches your island experience as you go through the rigors of medical school together.
Brett Conrad, MD ‘24
Reaching New Heights
At Ross Med, you'll get support from mentors and advisors who can help guide you through your journey and connect you with unique opportunities. Whether you're aiming for a specialty like general surgery or venturing into exciting areas like aerospace medicine, we help students gain experiences that go well beyond traditional medical training.
Wendy Collins, MD ‘24
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