Overview

Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud is located in Asunción, Paraguay. Established in 1960, the faculty admitted its first intake of MD students the same year. Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud offers programs in medicine, nursing, dentistry, psychology, public health, and allied health sciences. The faculty is open to both male and female students, including international applicants.

Programs Offered

Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud provides the following healthcare programs:
– MD (Doctor of Medicine)
– Nursing
– Dentistry
– Psychology
– Public health and allied health sciences programs

Accreditation

The faculty is accredited by the Ministry of Education and Sciences of Paraguay and is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Enrollment and Tuition Fees

Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud enrolls approximately 1,000–1,500 students annually, with numbers varying by intake. Tuition fees are structured as follows:
– Local students: USD 4,000–6,000 per year
– International students: USD 7,000–9,000 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: admisiones@uc.edu.py

Global Recognition

As of 2023, Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings.

Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud continues to contribute to the fields of medicine, nursing, dentistry, psychology, public health, and allied health sciences education in Paraguay, offering structured programs and accredited qualifications to its students.