Ross University School of Medicine: Medical Student Resources

Meet Requirements & Prepare Your Application

To be considered for admission to Ross Medical School, you'll need to meet our rigorous academic standards. Here's what you need to know:

• GPA Requirements: At Ross Med, we do not enforce a hard GPA cutoff for applicants. Instead, we review each applicant holistically. The average pre-req GPA is around 3.19* *Data is representative of the Ross Med September 2022, January 2023, and May 2023 cohorts.
• Prerequisites: You'll need to complete specific science and math courses, including biology, chemistry, physics, and biochemistry.
• MCAT Policy: All U.S. applicants* must take the Medical College Admission Test^® (MCAT^®)* Ross Med requires MCAT scores submitted by all U.S. Citizens, nationals, or eligible permanent resident applicants prior to the interview.
• Holistic Review Overview: Our admissions committee reviews applications holistically, considering not just academic performance but also extracurricular activities, personal statements, and letters of recommendation.

To help you stay on track, we've created an admissions requirement checklist that you can download here.

Plan Your Finances

If you’re passionate about becoming a physician, don't let finances hold you back. Ross Med can help you create a plan to make your medical career possible. Here's what you need to know about tuition and financial aid:

• Tuition Overview: Our tuition rates are competitive with other medical schools. Find detailed information on our tuition structure.
• Scholarships: We offer a range of scholarships to help make medical school more affordable. Learn more about our scholarship opportunities.
• Cost-of-Attendance Guide: Our comprehensive guide to the cost of attendance includes everything from tuition and fees to living expenses. You can use our cost of attendance guide to estimate your expenses.

Submit Your Application

Once you've met the requirements and planned your finances, it's time to submit your application. Here's what you need to know:

• Required Documents: Make sure you have all the necessary documents, including transcripts, MCAT scores, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.
• Deadlines: Ross Med reviews applications throughout the year, accepting students for our January, May, and September classes.
• How to Apply: Submit your application materials through our application portal For ease of application, you may upload your completed AMCAS™, AACOMAS™, TMDSAS or OMSAS application. There is no fee for submitting the Ross Med application.

To stay organized, download our Application Checklist and Admissions Calendar.

Prepare for Success

Congratulations on becoming a Ross Med student! You will receive a range of resources designed to help you transition smoothly and thrive both academically and personally.

• Housing: Ross Med offers university sponsored housing in the Villages at Coverly- a secure, master-planned community just 20 minutes from campus.
• Student Support: Discover academic support, including tutoring and academic mentoring, and manage your mental health and wellness needs through counseling services.
• Life in Barbados: Explore what it’s like to live and learn in Barbados—a vibrant island known for its welcoming community, rich culture, and endless opportunities to study, relax, and explore beyond the classroom.
• Additional Resources: Our accepted student resource hub can help you navigate your next steps. 

We're excited to have you join our community of medical students! If you have any questions or need further guidance, please don't hesitate to contact us: Admissions@Rossu.edu.