Akaki Tsereteli State University is a major public university in Kutaisi, Georgia's ancient capital. For 2026, it offers one of the most highly sought-after, affordable public medical degrees with deep clinical exposure starting in the third year.
Annual tuition
$4,500
Duration
6 years
Medium
English
Intake
A vast, historic campus. Kutaisi offers a very different vibe from Tbilisi—quieter, deeply cultural, and significantly cheaper. The university has a strong, disciplined academic approach typical of state institutions.
Kutaisi is a major city in Western Georgia. 2026 Cost Index: Highly affordable. Khachapuri (~6 GEL). Monthly expenses around $200-$300 USD. It has its own international airport, making travel convenient.
Strong emphasis on strict academic discipline. The university provides pathways for European medical licensing alongside FMGE.
Medical Degree / MD (State Track)
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As a major state university, it utilizes the primary regional state hospitals in Imereti (Kutaisi). Extensive hands-on regional trauma and clinical wards.
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A vast, historic campus. Kutaisi offers a very different vibe from Tbilisi—quieter, deeply cultural, and significantly cheaper. The university has a strong, disciplined academic approach typical of state institutions.
Strong emphasis on strict academic discipline. The university provides pathways for European medical licensing alongside FMGE.
Extremely safe. Kutaisi is a peaceful, traditional Georgian city where students are highly respected.
Recognition should always be cross-checked against the current admissions cycle, especially when students are comparing language pathway, licensing fit, and long-term clinical planning.
Official WDOMS listing
This university appears in the World Directory of Medical Schools as Akaki Tsereteli State University Faculty of Medicine. Use the official listing for directory-level verification, then continue evaluating admissions, teaching language, and India-return planning on this page.
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