Location
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud is located in San José, Costa Rica.
Programs Offered
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América offers healthcare programs, including:
– Medicine (MD)
– Dentistry
– Nursing
– Pharmacy
– Public Health
Accreditation
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América is accredited by the National Council of Higher Education (CONESUP) in Costa Rica. Its medical program is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
QS World Ranking
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings or QS Latin America University Rankings due to its regional focus.
Enrollment
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América has an overall enrollment of approximately 5,000 students university-wide, with a significant number in healthcare programs.
Tuition Fees
- Local students: ~$3,000 – $6,000 USD per year (varies by program).
- International students: ~$5,000 – $10,000 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 Autónoma de Centro América was established in 1976. Its medical program began in approximately 1978.
Admissions Policy
Universidad Autónoma de Centro América admits both male and female students and welcomes international students.
Contact Information
- For general inquiries: admissions@uaca.ac.cr
- For specific program-related questions: salud@uaca.ac.cr