St. Matthew's University School of Medicine
- Duration
- 4-year MD (typical)
- Clinical
- Cayman Islands; United States
- Accreditor
- ACCM
AccreditedVerified · 2026-11-04
Destination
Medical Schools in Cayman Islands
1 school in this registry for Cayman Islands. Clinical years are often completed outside the country where basic sciences are taught.
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At a glance
- Schools in registry
- 1
- Accreditor present
- ACCM
- Last registry check
- 2026-11-04
Verification dates reflect when this registry last confirmed the status against agency primary sources — not a school marketing date. Methodology.
Schools in Cayman Islands
Leading status plus a WFME-recognised accreditor row when present, and Title IV as recorded.
| School | Leading status | WFME-recognised accreditor | Title IV |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Matthew's University School of Medicine | ACCM Accredited | ACCM | Yes |
Who regulates medical education in Cayman Islands?
St. Matthew's University is tracked via ACCM on this registry — confirm term dates on the ACCM primary page.
St. Matthew's University School of Medicine is the sole registry school in the Cayman Islands, holding ACCM accreditation through June 2031 on our latest check. The Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory; ACCM is the WFME-recognised body we record for SMU. Basic sciences are taught on Grand Cayman; clinical training sites should be confirmed on the school's official site. Check Title IV participation and ECFMG pathway rules separately from accreditation.
Living and studying in Cayman Islands
Owen Roberts International (Grand Cayman) has strong U.S. connections. Storms and insurance matter for housing. Confirm Cayman immigration student rules; cost of living is typically higher than many Eastern Caribbean islands — use the school’s COA, not marketing slogans.
This registry does not publish dollar cost-of-living tables — use each school's cost-of-attendance disclosure and official immigration sites for figures that affect your budget.
FAQ for applicants looking at Cayman Islands
Are all medical schools in Cayman Islands accredited the same way?
No. Each school has its own agency rows on this registry. A country label is not an accreditation decision — open every school profile.
Does studying in Cayman Islands mean clinical years stay there?
Often not. Many Caribbean MD programs teach basic sciences on-island and complete clinical clerkships in the United States or elsewhere — check each school's clinical notes.
Is Title IV the same for every school in Cayman Islands?
No. Title IV participation is per school (and sometimes per campus). Use the Title IV column above and confirm on studentaid.gov.
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