Study MBBS at Georgian American University
Tbilisi, Georgia · 2005; medical school 2017 · 6-Year English-Medium MD
Quick Overview
Georgian American University is a private university in Tbilisi (running since 2005; its medical school dates from 2017) whose 6-year, 360-ECTS English MD programme costs $6,480 a year for 2026–27 — $38,880 total, published by GAU itself. Its FMGE record is the best rate among the Georgian universities in our NBEMS dataset: 49 of 61 passed in 2024 (80.33%) and 178 of 301 lifetime (59.14%) — a strong but two-year-old record. Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools; NMC approves no foreign university.
About GAU
Georgian American University has operated in Tbilisi since 2005; its medical school is younger — GAU dates it to 2017, and WDOMS records MD instruction from 2018, with 204 students admitted that first year. The Undergraduate Medical Doctor programme runs 6 years and 360 ECTS in English, structured in four named phases — From Cell to Body, Mechanism of Disease, Clinical Medicine, and Preparing for Practice — with OSCE-based clinical assessment. NCEQE, Georgia's quality-enhancement centre, accredited the programme in June 2017, and per WDOMS, graduates from 2024 onward are eligible to apply for ECFMG Certification, with the school meeting the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy.
GAU's FMGE record is short and startling: its first cohort reached the exam in 2024 and 49 of 61 passed — 80.33%, the highest rate that year among the Georgian universities in our NBEMS dataset. In 2025 the cohort grew to 240 candidates and the rate came down to 53.75% (129 passed), again the highest in our dataset. Lifetime: 178 of 301, 59.14%. Two data years is a young record built on one small first cohort — we'd call it the strongest early signal on our roster rather than a settled reputation, and the 2026 and 2027 reports will show which way it settles.
The practical details are plainly published: tuition of $6,480 a year for 2026–27 ($38,880 for the programme), a $100 application fee from abroad, no scholarships for international students, and no university accommodation — GAU says it will help students find housing but owns none. Admission needs English at B2 level, shown by an approved test or a video interview, and GAU names its exclusive admission partners in India on its own programme page — worth knowing, because it means not every agent claiming to represent GAU actually does.
GAU is one of the five universities on our Georgia roster — see the full MBBS in Georgia guide for the country-level costs, eligibility rules, and how these five compare.
Location
Tbilisi, Georgia
WDOMS / FAIMER ID
F0005749
Founded
2005; medical school 2017
Total Enrolment
Not published (WDOMS: 204 MD admissions in 2018)
Programme
MD (6 Years, 360 ECTS)
Medium
English
Annual Tuition (published)
$6,480
Intake
Contact us for the current intake window
Clinical Training & Teaching Hospitals
MBBS Fee Structure - As Published by the University
Every figure below is the university's own published number, in USD.
| Charge | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition per year | $6,480 |
| Application fee | $100 from abroad (250 GEL in Georgia), non-refundable |
| 6-Year Tuition Total | $38,880 |
GAU's own "Study Programs and Tuition Fees" page for foreign students lists the Undergraduate Medical Doctor (MD) Program at 6,480 USD a year — 38,880 USD for the full 6 years — stated for the 2026–27 academic year. The application fee is $100 when paid from abroad (250 GEL from inside Georgia), non-refundable, and GAU's FAQ states there are no scholarships for international students. Do not confuse this with the 6,000 GEL fee on the programme page — that is the rate for Georgian citizens admitted through national exams.
Accommodation: GAU's own FAQ, verbatim: "GAU doesn't own any student accommodation at the moment, but can assist in finding one if needed." No hostel fee exists because no hostel exists — students rent privately in Tbilisi, and A.J Trust helps arriving students find housing.
Note: Fees can change by academic year and are set by the university, not by us. Always confirm the current figures with A.J Trust before making any payment.
Get Exact Fees →FMGE Record - Official NBEMS Data
Every figure reads passed of appeared, from the NBEMS institute-wise performance reports.
| Report year | Appeared | Passed | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 61 | 49 | 80.33% |
| 2025 | 240 | 129 | 53.75% |
| Lifetime (all reports) | 301 | 178 | 59.14% |
Context: the 2024 national average across all countries was 25.80% - 20,382 of 79,000 candidates. A pass rate describes cohorts who enrolled six or more years before the report year, including repeat attempts - treat it as a record, not a promise.
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students
NEET Qualified
Valid NEET UG score mandatory as per NMC norms. Min. 50th percentile (General), 40th percentile (SC/ST/OBC).
PCB Percentage
Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry & Biology in Class 12 (40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for General-PwD).
Age Requirement
Must be 17 years or above as on 31 December of the year of admission.
English Level
English screening is real: SEU and TMA ask for B1 proof, GAU for B2 (test or video interview). We confirm the current requirement for your university.
Admission Procedure
Fill Application Form
Submit basic details and attach required documents through A.J Trust.
Online Interview / English Screening
Most of these universities interview applicants online in English (GAU also accepts an approved test instead) — we prepare you for it beforehand.
Receive Offer Letter
The university issues its official admission / acceptance letter.
EQE Recognition & D3 Visa
Your school documents are recognised by Georgia's EQE, then you apply for the D3 study visa.
Travel to Tbilisi
Fly to Tbilisi — our team arranges airport pickup and university check-in assistance.
Begin Your MD
Enrol, attend orientation, and start the 6-year programme.
How it works at GAU, specifically
- English at B2 level, demonstrated through an internationally approved test or a video interview - the interview route means GAU can assess you without a test certificate.
- The application fee is $100 from abroad (250 GEL inside Georgia), non-refundable.
- NEET is mandatory for Indian applicants under NMC's FMGL-2021 rules.
- GAU names exclusive admission partners for India on its MD programme page — verify who you are dealing with before paying anyone.
- Foreign school documents must be recognised by EQE under Georgia's higher-education law before enrolment is final; a D3 study visa follows the acceptance letter.
Documents Required
Class 10 pass certificate and mark sheet
Class 12 pass certificate and mark sheet (PCB)
NEET UG score card (valid)
Valid Indian passport (6+ months remaining validity)
Passport-size photographs (recent)
English translations, notarised where the university asks
Evidence of English level where required (B1 at SEU and TMA, B2 at GAU)
Filled university application form
Each university's exact checklist differs slightly, and Georgia adds a legal step: your school documents are recognised by EQE (the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement) before enrolment is final. A.J Trust sends you the current checklist for your university and guides every document step at no cost.
Why Study MBBS at GAU?
The Best FMGE Rate We Track in Georgia
49 of 61 passed in 2024 (80.33%) and 129 of 240 in 2025 (53.75%) — the top rate in our NBEMS dataset for both years.
Full Fee Transparency for 2026–27
$6,480 a year, $38,880 total, $100 application fee — all on GAU's own pages, stated for the academic year.
A Structured, Modern Curriculum
Four named phases from cell biology to clinical practice, assessed by OSCE — closer to a Western MD structure than a Soviet-style syllabus.
USMLE Pathway Open
ECFMG-eligible from the 2024 graduating class, and the school meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy per WDOMS.
An Honest Caveat, Upfront
The record is two years old and started with a 61-candidate cohort. We say that plainly rather than selling 80% as a settled average.
Private, So the 2026 Rule Doesn't Touch It
Georgia's state universities stop taking new international students from 2026–27; GAU is private and keeps admitting.
Tbilisi - City at a Glance
Population
~1.37 million (Geostat, 1 Jan 2026)
Climate
Milder than most of Eastern Europe - short winters, hot summers
Country
Georgia
Tbilisi is Georgia's capital and by far its largest city — about 1.37 million residents as of January 2026, per Geostat, the national statistics office. Every university on this page is in Tbilisi, and so are their partner hospitals, so students spend all six years in one city. The city runs a two-line metro and an extensive bus network, and English is widely understood at the universities and larger clinics. Indian students are a visible community here: the eight Tbilisi universities in our FMGE dataset sent 2,415 candidates to the exam in 2025 alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MBBS at GAU
For the 2026–27 academic year, GAU's own fee page lists the MD programme at $6,480 a year — $38,880 for all 6 years. The application fee is $100 when paid from abroad, non-refundable, and GAU's FAQ states there are no scholarships for international students. There is no hostel fee because GAU owns no student accommodation. Fees are stated per academic year — confirm the current figure with A.J Trust before paying.
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