My cousin has been looking into medical programs abroad and wants to find an option that fits her budget without overlooking academic quality. While researching an Affordable caribbean medical school, she realized that tuition is only one part of the overall expense. She is also comparing accommodation, transportation, textbooks, insurance, and clinical rotation costs. Accreditation, faculty support, and licensing exam preparation are equally important because she wants to build a strong foundation for her future career. She is now gathering information from different universities before making a shortlist. For students or graduates familiar with Caribbean medical education, what helped you balance cost and quality, and which expenses should applicants plan for carefully?