Georgia Private UniversityEst. 2001Georgian American University
A prestigious private university in Tbilisi combining American educational standards with European medical frameworks.
450+
Indian Students
6 Years
Total Duration
₹32,40,000(USD 36,000 + USD 2000)
Total Fee (Tuition + Hostel)
Available
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About the University
Why GAU?
Georgian American University (GAU) was founded in 2001 with a specific mission: to create a premier university that combined American educational principles with European-standard professional programs. Located in Tbilisi, the university is widely recognized for its modern, US-styled education approach and smaller, closer-knit campus environment.
The university's medical school delivers a world-class, 100% English-medium MD program that aligns its content heavily with USMLE and licensing exam examination blueprints. GAU is fully recognized by the WHO, WDOMS, and the NMC, giving international graduates the foundation needed to practice globally.
GAU boasts unparalleled clinical exposure by expanding its affiliations to over 18 hospitals across Tbilisi. The clinical faculty consists of actively practicing physicians, providing international students with robust bedside training and problem-based case learning.
Established private medical university with a USMLE-centric curriculum design
Fully accredited by WHO, WDOMS, FAIMER, and recognized by the NMC (India)
100% English-medium curriculum combining American and European teaching standards
Complete autonomy for housing: Hostel and food are strictly optional from Year 2 onwards
Extensive clinical training network spanning over 18 affiliated teaching hospitals in Tbilisi
Smaller student-to-faculty ratio (approximately 1:11 in preclinical years) ensuring personalized attention
2001
Founded
2,500+
Total Students
Highly qualified professors and clinical experts
Teaching Faculty
Affiliated with over 18 top teaching hospitals across Tbilisi
Hospitals
Campus & Life
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Finances
Fee Structure
Year-by-year breakdown of tuition and hostel fees. All figures are approximate and in Indian Rupees (₹).
| Year | Tuition | Hostel | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | USD 6000 | USD 3000 - 3500 | USD 6000 + USD 2000 | |
| Year 2 | USD 6000 | Optional | USD 6000 | |
| Year 3 | USD 6000 | Optional | USD 6000 | |
| Year 4 | USD 6000 | Optional | USD 6000 | |
| Year 5 | USD 6000 | Optional | USD 6000 | |
| Year 6 (Internship) | USD 6000 | Optional | USD 6000 | |
| 6-Year Total (Tuition + Hostel) | USD 36,000 + USD 2000 | |||
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⚠️ Important
Fees shown reflect the official structural package from image_dba505.jpg. The annual base tuition fee is USD 6000 (INR 5,40,000/year), split evenly across two semesters (USD 3000 per semester). Year 1 requires an Additional One Time Payment (OTC) total of USD 2000 at the time of admission, which covers University Registration, EQE, Minister Decree, Medical Insurance, Documents Preparation ($1600) + TRC (6 Years Visa), Affidavits, Accommodation Letter, and Post-Arrival Police Verification ($400). Hostel & Food charges range between USD 3000 to 3500 per year (approx. 2.70 - 3.15 Lakhs) and operate as per actuals on the 1st year, becoming entirely optional from the 2nd year onwards. EduFin Service Charges including 18% GST total Rs 1,30,000 (Registration Fee: Rs 10,000; Service Charge: Rs 1,00,000; Visa Charges: Rs 20,000).
🏙️ Monthly Living Cost
USD 250–350/mo
Food, transport, personal expenses. Affordable compared to Indian metro cities.
Academics
Curriculum
The 6-year MBBS program at GAU is structured into three phases, progressively building from basic sciences to full clinical practice.
Pre-Clinical (Year 1–2)
Para-Clinical (Year 3–4)
Clinical Rotations (Year 5–6)
Teaching Medium
All lectures, textbooks, practicals and examinations are conducted in English. A language course is included in Year 1 to help students communicate with patients during clinical rotations, but it is not a barrier to learning medicine.
Campus Life
Facilities
Everything you need to live comfortably and study effectively — all on or near campus.
Accommodation Autonomy
Hostel and food are handled on an actuals basis in the 1st year and become entirely optional from the 2nd year onwards.
Student Cafeteria
A massive 6000 sq ft cafeteria serves hygienic meals, including Indian food options for international scholars.
Ultra-Modern Labs
Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities like the GeoLab for advanced research, and microscopy practicals for identifying tissue types.
Modern Library
Provides extensive medical resources in English, along with an electronic catalog for seamless access to digital journals.
Sports & Recreation
Features a university theater club, sports teams, and even a campus band (GAUBand) to ensure a vibrant student life.
How to Apply
Admission Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Valid NEET UG qualification scorecard (compulsory parameter for global license validation checks in India)
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) in 10+2 standard examinations
- Minimum age parameter of 17 years completed on or before December 31st of the targeted admission calendar year
- Valid Indian Passport with a clean background profile status verification
- Comprehensive physical evaluation fitness clearance report and certified negative HIV document
Documents Checklist
Admission Process at a Glance
Apply Online
Offer Letter
Apostille Docs
Visa
Fly & Arrive
Living in Tbilisi
Student Life
Real information about day-to-day life as an Indian student in Tbilisi — food, climate, safety, and community.
Living in Tbilisi
Tbilisi is an exceptionally safe, diverse, and historical European capital with a population of about 1.1 million. It features affordable living costs and beautiful architecture.
Climate Comfort
Tbilisi features a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and moderately cold winters. The average annual temperature is a comfortable 13.5 degrees Celsius.
Seamless Transit
Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport provides robust flight connectivity, located just 17 km from the city center.
Active Community
With over 450 Indian students currently enrolled, GAU maintains a highly active and supportive international peer network.
Questions
Frequently Asked
Yes, GAU is fully recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India and registered within the WHO and WDOMS portals, qualifying graduates to sit for international screening assessments like the licensing exam exam.
Per the structure in image_dba505.jpg, the annual tuition fee is USD 6000 (split evenly as USD 3000 per semester). Over the full 6-year cycle, the grand total for tuition strictly equals USD 36,000 (approx. INR 32,40,000).
No. While hostel and food operate as per actuals in the first year (ranging between USD 3000 to 3500), they are completely optional from the 2nd year onwards, granting students the autonomy to secure independent apartments.
The One Time Payment (OTC) of USD 2000 is divided into two sections: USD 1600 covers University Registration, EQE, Minister Decree, Medical Insurance, and Document Preparation. The other USD 400 covers TRC (6 Years Visa), Affidavits, Accommodation Letter, and Post-Arrival Police Verification.
The total EduFin processing fee is Rs 1,30,000 (inclusive of 18% GST). It formally covers your Registration Fee (Rs 10,000), Service Administration Charges (Rs 1,00,000), and first-year Visa Processing Charges (Rs 20,000).
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