Location
The Universidad Autónoma de Chile Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Providencia is located in Providencia, Santiago, Chile.
Programs Offered
The faculty offers healthcare programs, including:
– Medicine (MD)
– Nursing
– Kinesiology (Physical Therapy)
– Nutrition and Dietetics
– Psychology
– Occupational Therapy
Accreditation
The Universidad Autónoma de Chile Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Providencia is accredited by the Chilean Ministry of Education and recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME).
QS World Ranking
In the QS World University Rankings 2024, Universidad Autónoma de Chile is ranked #1001-1200 globally.
Enrollment
The university has an overall enrollment of approximately 30,000 students. The medical program admits around 100 students annually (estimated).
Tuition Fees
- Local students: ~$7,000 – $9,000 USD per year (varies by program).
- International students: ~$9,000 – $11,000 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 6.0 on a 7.0 scale).
– Prueba de Selección Universitaria (PSU) or equivalent entrance exam.
– Spanish language proficiency (DELE or equivalent scores).
– Personal statement and letters of recommendation.
– Interview (if required).
History
Universidad Autónoma de Chile was established in 1989, with its Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud (Faculty of Health Sciences) at the Providencia campus commencing in 2006.
Admissions Policy
The faculty admits both male and female students, and international students are welcome.
Contact Information
- For general inquiries: admision@uautonoma.cl
- For specific program-related questions: salud.providencia@uautonoma.cl