Location

The Escuela de Medicina at Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña (UNPHU) is located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Programs Offered

The Escuela de Medicina at UNPHU offers healthcare programs, including:
– Medicine (MD) – 6-year program
– Nursing
– Clinical Laboratory Sciences
– Public Health
– Specialized postgraduate programs in health-related fields

Accreditation

The Escuela de Medicina at UNPHU is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (MESCYT), Dominican Republic. Its programs are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). Graduates are eligible to take licensing exams in the Dominican Republic and other countries.

QS World Ranking

Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña (UNPHU) is not currently ranked in the QS World University Rankings.

Enrollment

The Escuela de Medicina at UNPHU has an enrollment of approximately 1,000–2,000 students (exact numbers may vary by year).

Tuition Fees

For the Medicine (MD) program, tuition is approximately $8,000–$10,000 per year (varies by program and year of study). Other health sciences programs cost approximately $4,000–$6,000 per year. Additional fees for housing, textbooks, and other expenses apply.

Application Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
– High school diploma or equivalent.
– Competitive academic record (specific GPA requirements may vary).
– Entrance examination or interview may be required.
– Spanish language proficiency (primary language of instruction).
– Letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

History

Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña (UNPHU) was established in 1966, and its Escuela de Medicina was founded in the same year. The medical program was launched in 1966.

Admissions Policy

The Escuela de Medicina at UNPHU admits both male and female students and welcomes international students from Latin America, the Caribbean, and other regions.

Contact Information

  • For general inquiries: info@unphu.edu.do
  • For specific application-related questions: admisiones@unphu.edu.do