Location

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina is located in Bogotá, Colombia.

Programs Offered

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada offers healthcare and medical programs, including:
– Medicine (MBBS/MD)
– Nursing
– Public Health
– Biomedical Sciences
– Military Medicine

Accreditation

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Colombia. Its medical program is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and accredited by the Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of Medical Education Programs (ACOFAMEN).

QS World Ranking

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada is ranked #131-140 in the QS Latin America University Rankings 2023. It is a highly regarded institution in Colombia, particularly for its medical and healthcare programs.

Enrollment

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada has an overall enrollment of approximately 20,000 students university-wide, with a significant number in the medical program.

Tuition Fees

  • Local students: ~$2,000 – $4,000 USD per year (subsidized for military personnel, varies by program).
  • International students: ~$3,000 – $5,000 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 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent).
– Language proficiency: Spanish (for Spanish-taught programs).
– Personal statement and letters of recommendation.
– Health examination report.
– Entrance examination or interview (if required).

History

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada was established in 1982. Its medical program began in 1983.

Admissions Policy

Universidad Militar Nueva Granada admits both male and female students and welcomes international students.

Contact Information

  • For general inquiries: admisiones@umng.edu.co
  • For specific program-related questions: medicina@umng.edu.co