Admission Policy
Important Note For All The Students Enrolled/Enrolling After 18th November 2021
For Indian Students:
The entire five year course shall be conducted at Guyana in the University campus which includes one year of preclinical sciences , two years of Paraclinical sciences and two years of clinical sciences programme inclusive of clinical rotations in our affiliated hospitals at Guyana viz Georgetown Public Hospital and St Joseph Mercy Hospital.
The Indian students also have an option to undergo an observation practice at Max Healthcare, during their vacations/semester breaks to gain the relevant competencies and familiarize themselves with the disease profile and the healthcare delivery system prevalent in India.
The eligibility criteria for students to travel to Guyana for pursuing their medical education remains unchanged viz, NEET qualification is mandatory and eligibility criteria for NEET have to be fulfilled as laid down by competent authorities from time to time.This is essential for all students who wish to return to India and be eligible for appearing for FMGE/ NEXT Examination.
For International Students:
The eligibility criteria for the International students enrolling/enrolled at the 51³Ô¹Ï, School of Medicine, remains unchanged and is subject to the Medical Council of their respective country.
If the parent Medical Council of their country approves, the students can avail the benefit of undergoing clinical rotation in the leading hospitals of Nepal, India, the USA,etc
51³Ô¹Ï welcomes the candidates from across the globe to pursue their dreams in the field of medicine. Every year, LAU, being one of the fastest growing medical universities to pursue MD in America, receives over 1000 applications a year for MD Admission. The process of selection in different programs at 51³Ô¹Ï is based on the candidate’s academic background.
Selection and Review Process
51³Ô¹Ï follows a very straightforward system in the selection process. The candidates who have a strong academic background and have shown dedication towards medical activities and services are selected in LAU. To achieve the best results in the selection process, college representatives and other university staff participate together in the recruitment and selection of students.
LAU is always interested in students who meet and exceed standards for incoming frosh and have the potential to be leaders in their chosen fields of medicine upon graduation. The applications of the applicants undergo through a thorough review by the admission professionals of LAU. The academic record is not the only criteria for the selection of the applications, but the applicants who show their potential in other activities, achievements and honors get an extra weight.
Review Criteria
The selection team at LAU evaluate the following criteria to select the best candidates for various medical programs in the University:
- Overall academic record of the student.
- Grades earned in the secondary standard examination.
- Achievements outside the classroom that demonstrates personal strengths and skills. LAU is looking for students who have personal qualities as well as the academic qualities, to succeed and thrive in LAU campus.