Location

Universidad de Cartagena Facultad de Medicina is located in Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia.

Programs Offered

Universidad de Cartagena offers healthcare and medical programs, including:
– Medicine (MBBS/MD)
– Nursing
– Dentistry
– Pharmacy
– Public Health

Accreditation

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

QS World Ranking

Universidad de Cartagena is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings. It is a well-regarded institution in Colombia, especially for its medical program.

Enrollment

Universidad de Cartagena has an overall enrollment of approximately 15,000 students university-wide, with a significant number in healthcare programs.

Tuition Fees

  • Local students: ~$1,000 – $3,000 USD per year (subsidized by the Colombian government, varies by program).
  • International students: ~$2,000 – $4,000 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 Cartagena was established in 1827. Its medical program began in 1935.

Admissions Policy

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

Contact Information

  • For general inquiries: admisiones@unicartagena.edu.co
  • For specific program-related questions: medicina@unicartagena.edu.co