Overview
Universidad Peruana Unión Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud is primarily located in Lima, Peru, with additional campuses in Juliaca, Tarapoto, and Ñaña. The university was established in 1983, and the Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud was founded later, with the exact year not specified. The medical program began approximately between 2000 and 2010. Universidad Peruana Unión Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud offers programs in medicine, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, and public health and allied health sciences. The faculty is open to both male and female students, including international applicants.
Programs Offered
Universidad Peruana Unión Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud provides the following healthcare programs:
– MD (Doctor of Medicine)
– Nursing
– Nutrition and Dietetics
– Psychology
– Public health and allied health sciences programs
Accreditation
The faculty is accredited by the National Superintendence of Higher Education (SUNEDU) in Peru and is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Enrollment and Tuition Fees
Universidad Peruana Unión Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud enrolls approximately 2,000–3,000 students annually across all healthcare programs, with numbers varying by intake. As a private university, tuition fees are structured as follows:
– Local students: USD 2,000–5,000 per year
– International students: USD 3,000–6,000 per year (varies based on nationality)
Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Completion of secondary education with a strong science background
– Minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent
– Spanish proficiency test for non-native speakers
– Submission of the application form, academic transcripts, and other supporting documents
Admissions Contact
For inquiries regarding admissions, contact:
Email: admision@upeu.edu.pe
Global Recognition
As of 2023, Universidad Peruana Unión Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings.
Universidad Peruana Unión Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud continues to contribute to the fields of medicine, nursing, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, and public health and allied health sciences education in Peru, offering structured programs and accredited qualifications to its students.
