Location

Universidad Latina de Costa Rica Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Escuela de Medicina has its main campus in San José, Costa Rica, with additional campuses in locations such as Heredia and San Pedro.

Programs Offered

Universidad Latina de Costa Rica offers healthcare programs, including:
– Medicine (MD)
– Nursing
– Dentistry
– Pharmacy
– Public Health
– Psychology
– Nutrition

Accreditation

Universidad Latina de Costa Rica 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 Latina de Costa Rica is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings or QS Latin America University Rankings due to its regional focus.

Enrollment

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

Tuition Fees

  • Local students: ~$4,000 – $8,000 USD per year (varies by program).
  • International students: ~$6,000 – $12,000 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 Latina de Costa Rica was established in 1979. Its medical program began in approximately 1981.

Admissions Policy

Universidad Latina de Costa Rica admits both male and female students and welcomes international students.

Contact Information

  • For general inquiries: admision@ulatina.ac.cr
  • For specific program-related questions: medicina@ulatina.ac.cr