General Medicine (MD)
Study medicine in English at Georgia's oldest and most established medical university. The 6-year MD is WHO-recognised, affordable, and popular with students from the Middle East and South Asia.
Tbilisi State Medical University is Georgia's oldest and most established medical school. Its 6-year English-taught General Medicine (MD) is listed by the WHO, affordable, and popular with students from the Middle East and South Asia — with clinical training in Tbilisi's teaching hospitals and strong preparation for international licensing exams.
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| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi State Medical Univ. ★ This programme | 🇬🇪 Georgia | MD · 6-yr | 6 years | $8,000 |
| David Tvildiani Medical Univ. Tbilisi | 🇬🇪 Georgia | MD · 6-yr | 6 years | ≈$9,000 |
| New Vision University Tbilisi | 🇬🇪 Georgia | MD · 6-yr | 6 years | ≈$8,000 |
| Caucasus International Univ. Tbilisi | 🇬🇪 Georgia | MD · 6-yr | 6 years | ≈$6,000 |
Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.
What you'll need
| Academic | High school diploma with Biology & Chemistry | |
| English | IELTS 5.5 or entrance/online interview | |
| Assessment | Subject interview in Biology & Chemistry | |
| Documents | High school transcripts, medical fitness certificate, passport | |
Worried about admission? TSMU assesses Biology and Chemistry through an interview rather than a heavy written exam — your counsellor helps you prepare and apply.
Core modules
Career outcomes
WHO-recognised
MD accepted worldwide
$8,000/yr
Among Europe's most affordable MDs
USMLE/PLAB prep
Graduates sit international licensing exams
Visa-free
Entry for 90+ nationalities
Application timeline
Tuition fees & deposit
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | $8,000 |
| Application fee | One-time | ~$50–100 |
| Deposit | Before enrolment | First semester tuition (instalments available) |
Indicative figures for September 2026 entry. Government bilateral scholarships and merit discounts can reduce tuition, and instalment plans are widely available. Your counsellor confirms exact fees and matches every scholarship you qualify for — at no cost.
Funding you may be eligible for
Georgia keeps tuition low and adds bilateral government scholarships and university merit discounts. Your counsellor will match you with every award you qualify for and handle the applications.
Not sure which scholarships you qualify for? Your counsellor reviews every option and handles the applications — at no cost to you.
Alternative funding options
Georgia is one of the world's most affordable study destinations. If you need to spread costs, these options help.
International students in Georgia may work part-time without a strict hour cap. English-speaking jobs are available in tourism, IT, and education, paying around $4–8/hour.
Several Georgian universities let international students pay tuition in semester or monthly instalments rather than upfront — your counsellor confirms the options at your chosen university.
Georgia's cost of living is among the lowest of any study destination, so the funds you must show are modest. Most students prove them through family savings or a sponsor declaration.
Monthly budget in Tbilisi
Tbilisi is a warm, welcoming capital where the cost of living is among the lowest of any study destination — with a large Middle Eastern and South Asian student community and a relaxed, safe lifestyle.
One of the most affordable study destinations worldwide.
Visa requirements for Georgia
| Visa type | Residence permit for study (visa-free entry to apply on arrival) | |
| Fee | ~$50–100 | |
| Financial proof | Proof of tuition payment + bank statement | |
| Health insurance | Required — local providers ~$30–50/month | |
| Entry | Visa-free entry for 90+ nationalities (stay up to 1 year) | |
| Post-graduation | Can apply for a work permit; growing Tbilisi job market | |
Your counsellor guides you through the full visa process — from document preparation to embassy appointment booking.
Hear from our students
"A WHO-listed medical degree in English for $8,000 a year, in a safe and affordable city, was the opportunity I'd been searching for. My counsellor prepared me for the interview and handled my residence permit. I'm now preparing for the USMLE."
"Visa-free entry made the move simple, and Tbilisi's huge international student community made me feel at home. SAG guided my whole application — the clinical training is hands-on and the cost is unbeatable."
Frequently asked questions
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