Location

Universidad Nacional de Colombia Facultad de Medicina is primarily located in Bogotá, Colombia, with additional campuses in Medellín, Manizales, and Palmira.

Programs Offered

Universidad Nacional de Colombia offers healthcare and medical programs, including:
– Medicine (MBBS/MD)
– Nursing
– Dentistry
– Public Health
– Biomedical Sciences
– Pharmacy
– Occupational Therapy

Accreditation

Universidad Nacional de Colombia is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Colombia. Its medical program is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and accredited by the Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of Medical Education Programs (ACOFAMEN).

QS World Ranking

Universidad Nacional de Colombia is ranked #8 in the QS Latin America University Rankings 2023. It is the top-ranked university in Colombia and highly regarded globally for its medical and healthcare programs.

Enrollment

Universidad Nacional de Colombia has an overall enrollment of approximately 50,000 students university-wide, with a significant number in the medical program.

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 3.5 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 (mandatory).

History

Universidad Nacional de Colombia was established in 1867. Its medical program began in the same year.

Admissions Policy

Universidad Nacional de Colombia admits both male and female students and welcomes international students.

Contact Information

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