Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees 2026–2027

All amounts are in United States Dollars (USD). This schedule applies to new admissions for the 2026–2027 academic year.

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2026–2027 Tuition Schedule (USD)
ProgramStandard lengthAnnual tuitionTotal tuition
Premedical Sciences2 yearsUS$13,500US$27,000
MD – Preclinical / Basic Sciences2 yearsUS$25,500US$51,000
MD – Clinical Sciences2 yearsUS$33,500US$67,000
MD – Full Program (excluding Premed)4 yearsBy phaseUS$118,000
Patient Care Assistant6 monthsUS$4,000US$4,000
Nursing Assistant1 yearUS$15,000US$15,000
ASN – Registered Nurse3 yearsUS$15,000US$45,000
Bachelor of Science in Nursing4 yearsUS$15,000US$60,000
AS – Cybersecurity2 yearsUS$15,000US$30,000
BS – Cybersecurity4 yearsUS$15,000US$60,000

Source: GAU Admissions Catalog 2026–2027, page 10. The catalogue lists US$4,000 in both tuition columns for the six-month Patient Care Assistant programme.

Department Contact Info

Admissions Office
- Guyana

Application Fee & Additional Costs

Application fee: US$100 (non-refundable).

Tuition is separate from any applicable registration, examination, laboratory, technology, clinical-placement/onboarding, graduation, immigration, travel, accommodation, transportation, health insurance, credential-evaluation, external examination, or other third-party charges.

The student’s written offer and current fee schedule govern actual charges. Location-specific clinical costs may apply to U.S., Canada, or other international placements.

Before paying: Rely only on a current GAU invoice, written offer, or official payment instruction. Recruitment agents and third parties may not alter GAU tuition, guarantee scholarships, or promise licensure or placement outcomes.

Financial Aid

Financial support is limited and is never guaranteed by admission.

GAU Scholarships

A limited number of full or partial scholarships may be offered based on current funding, eligibility criteria, academic standing, and institutional priorities.

Payment Plans

Approved students may be eligible for installment arrangements under the University’s current tuition-payment policy. Terms must be confirmed in writing.

External Financing

Students may explore bank or private education financing where available. Any external loan is governed by the lender, not by GAU.

GAU Foundation

Where donor-funded scholarship opportunities are available, eligible students may be invited to apply under the published criteria for that fund.

Budget Beyond Tuition

  • Housing and food
  • Local and international transportation
  • Visa/immigration and travel documentation
  • Health insurance and health-screening requirements
  • Clinical-site onboarding and compliance costs
  • External examinations, credential evaluations, licensing applications, and professional registration
  • Books, technology, uniforms, equipment, and personal living expenses

For current fee and funding enquiries, contact admissions@gau.edu.gy.

Source: GAU Admissions Catalog 2026–2027, page 11.