Location

The Facultad de Medicina at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (PUCE) is located in Quito, Ecuador.

Programs Offered

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

Accreditation

The Facultad de Medicina at PUCE is accredited by the Council for Higher Education of Ecuador (CES). 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 Ecuador and other countries.

QS World Ranking

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (PUCE) is ranked #701–750 in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Enrollment

The Facultad de Medicina at PUCE has an enrollment of approximately 2,000–3,000 students (exact numbers may vary by year).

Tuition Fees

For the Medicine (MD) program, tuition is approximately $3,000–$5,000 per year (varies by program and year of study). Other health sciences programs cost approximately $2,000–$4,000 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

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (PUCE) was established in 1946, and its Facultad de Medicina was founded in the same year. The medical program was launched in 1946.

Admissions Policy

The Facultad de Medicina at PUCE admits both male and female students and welcomes international students, particularly from Latin America.

Contact Information

  • For general inquiries: info@puce.edu.ec
  • For specific application-related questions: admisiones@puce.edu.ec