What is SUPP?

The Special Undergraduate Pre-medical Program (SUPP) at SGUB is an intensive two-semester program designed for university graduates coming from diverse academic backgrounds and interested in pursuing a career in medicine. This program provides a solid foundation in the biomedical sciences through active learning and offers students the opportunity to apply to Medical School at SGUB.

SUPP Outcomes

All students enrolled in the SUPP will gain a solid foundation in biomedical sciences and students securing a minimum GPA of 3.5 during the Fall semester will be invited to the SGUB Medical School interview as part of the regular final interview batch, prior to the completion of the program. However, admission to Medical School is not guaranteed and remains subject to the SGUB Medical School’s admission criteria and institutional policies. Any offer of admission to Medical School will be conditional upon successful completion of the SUPP and achievement of the minimum required final GPA of 3.5. Upon successful completion of the SUPP, all students will receive an official transcript and a certificate of completion.

SUPP Admission Checklist

• Fill the application form available on the SGUB website between the 15th and the 27th of August 2026: Apply online
• Provide a copy of your Bachelor’s degree. Higher degree(s), if applicable, need to be submitted alongside the Bachelor’s degree. Applicants from any major are welcome to apply. All degrees must be obtained from a recognized institution.
• Provide official transcripts for all university degrees obtained.
• Provide an MCAT score, if available. If not, an MCAT score must be obtained before submitting your application to Medical School.
• Provide proof of proficiency in the English language through a university degree from a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction. Otherwise, an acceptable TOEFL or IELTS score must be submitted.

SUPP Curriculum

Students are required to complete 34 credits over two semesters. The courses assigned to each student will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the SUPP program advisor, taking into consideration the student’s previous academic background and completed coursework. The available courses for each semester are listed below:

Fall semester courses:

Spring semester courses:

Additional SUPP Opportunities

All SUPP students will have access to a range of opportunities designed to support their personal, academic, and professional development, including but not limited to:

• Medical school interview preparation to develop effective communication and interview skills.
• MCAT preparation workshops to help approach the MCAT exam with confidence.
• Hospital shadowing experiences to gain exposure to patient care.
• Seminars and webinars covering biomedical sciences and a range of interdisciplinary topics.

Contact

For more information about the SUPP, please contact us at admissions@sgub.edu.lb.