🎓 Clothing & Personal Items

• Scrubs: 1 black set, 1 red set (REQUIRED)

• White Coat: Short length (28–30”). REQUIRED MD program only. MedDirect does not need one until promoted. 

• White Coat Ceremony Attire: Outfit and appropriate shoes

• Warm Weather Clothing: Light, breathable clothes for Dominica’s hot and dry climate

• Jacket or Sweater: For cooler indoor environments

• Business Casual Attire: For professional or formal events

• Swimwear & Beach Towel: For pool or beach outings

• Comfortable Footwear: Sneakers, flip flops, and house slippers

• Old Pair of Shoes: For outdoor or messy activities

• Raincoat or Umbrella

• Caps or Hat

• Sheets, Pillows, & Towels: Based on personal comfort preferences

🧼 Toiletries & Personal Care

• Toiletries (1 semester supply): Special soap, deodorant,, contact solution, feminine products, etc.

• Sunscreen

• Insect Repellent / Mosquito Net (for door or windows)

• Small First Aid Kit

• Shower Caddy and Shower Shoes (optional)

💊 Medications

• Prescription Medications: 1-semester supply (keep in original packaging). Bring a hardcopy of any specific prescriptions you typically take to discuss with Dr. Samuel, a local doctor, for a prescription in Dominica.   

• Over-the-Counter Medications: Pain relievers (Advil, Tylenol), motion sickness meds (Dramamine), allergy meds, etc.

☕ Kitchen & Food Essentials    

• Water Bottle or Travel Mug

• Water Filter Jug or Pitcher (optional)

• Coffee Maker (if not provided by apartment)

• Snacks, Favorite Coffee, or Protein Powder

• Preferred Spices for Cooking

🏠 Room & Organization

• Laundry Bag or Hamper (for use with laundry service)

• Over-the-Door Shoe Rack (optional)

• Clothing Storage Containers (optional)

• Extra Hangers (optional)

• Whiteboard (optional; some apartments may include one)

💻 School & Study Essentials

• iPad or Laptop OS 15 or later (REQUIRED)

• USMLE Step 1 Book or Digital Version (if desired)

• Pens, Pencils, Highlighters, and Dry Erase Markers

• Notebook, Agenda, or Planner

• Electronic Accessories:

• 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Noise-cancelling headphones

                 2. Extra phone charger

                 3. HDMI and back up power cables

                 4. eBooks or Digital Resources: Consider sourcing required texts before arrival

🌴 Optional “Good-to-Have” Items

• Waterproof Bag or Backpack

• Hobby or Leisure Items (books, games, art supplies, etc.)

• Beach Accessories

• Compact Umbrella or Hat for Sun Protection

✅ Tips:

• Aim to bring a semester’s supply of essentials (especially toiletries and medications).

• Label electronics and valuables clearly.

• Check housing amenities before packing — some items (e.g., kitchenware or whiteboards) may already be included.

• Take a picture of all of your important documents in case they are lost (e.g. passport, health records, acceptance letter, etc.)