The entire five-year course will be conducted at the university campus in Guyana. This includes one year of preclinical sciences, two years of paraclinical sciences, and two years of clinical sciences, which encompass clinical rotations at our affiliated hospitals in Guyana, namely Georgetown Public Hospital and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital.
Indian students also have the option to participate in observational practice at Max Healthcare during their vacations or semester breaks. This opportunity allows students to gain relevant competencies and familiarize themselves with the disease profile and healthcare delivery system in India.
The eligibility criteria for students traveling to Guyana to pursue their medical education remain unchanged: NEET qualification is mandatory. Students must fulfill the eligibility criteria for NEET as set forth by competent authorities from time to time. This is essential for all students who wish to return to India and be eligible to appear for the FMGE/NEXT Examination.
The eligibility criteria for international students enrolling at Lincoln American University, School of Medicine, remain unchanged and are subject to the medical councils of their respective countries. If the parent medical council approves, students can benefit from clinical rotations in leading hospitals in countries such as Nepal, India, and the USA.
LAU assists its students with the Student Visa Application Form and offers support for visa renewals as well. Below is the compliance process and the requirements for entry and study in Guyana:
The following is a list of documents (including those prescribed by the High Commission of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana) needed to obtain a Guyanese Student Visa: