The Caribbean has four major medical schools that are sometimes referred to as “The Big Four”. These medical schools are accredited and have produced many fine physicians. Many of the graduates are American born and return to the states to set-up a lifetime practice. They have proven that medical schools in the Caribbean can and do produce fine doctors of medicine.

Actually there are some specific advantages to Caribbean medical schools. These schools are a viable option and alternative to American medical schools. They are generally lower in cost. Tuition is normally less expensive. Housing is readily available for US students. Another advantage is that admission is easier than US schools. The opportunity to gain acceptance into a Caribbean med school should be greater than that of an American school. The med schools in the Caribbean generally use English to teach all of their classes. Language should not be a problem. » Read more: Are Caribbean Medical Schools Worth It?