Location

Universidad de Caldas Facultad de Ciencias para la Salud is located in Manizales, Caldas, Colombia.

Programs Offered

Universidad de Caldas offers healthcare and medical programs, including:
– Medicine (MBBS/MD)
– Nursing
– Physical Therapy
– Psychology
– Public Health
– Nutrition and Dietetics

Accreditation

Universidad de Caldas is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Colombia. Its healthcare programs are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO).

QS World Ranking

Universidad de Caldas is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings. It is a well-regarded institution in Colombia for its healthcare programs.

Enrollment

Universidad de Caldas has an overall enrollment of approximately 12,000 students university-wide, with a significant number in healthcare programs.

Tuition Fees

  • Local students: ~$2,000 – $4,000 USD per year (varies by program).
  • International students: ~$3,000 – $5,000 USD per year (varies by program).

Application Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Completion of secondary education with a strong science background.
– Competitive GPA (minimum 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent).
– Language proficiency: Spanish (for Spanish-taught programs).
– Personal statement and letters of recommendation.
– Health examination report.
– Entrance examination or interview (if required).

History

Universidad de Caldas was established in 1943. Its medical program began in 1970.

Admissions Policy

Universidad de Caldas admits both male and female students and welcomes international students.

Contact Information

  • For general inquiries: admisiones@ucaldas.edu.co
  • For specific program-related questions: salud@ucaldas.edu.co