Location

The Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud at Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) is located in Cumbayá, Quito, Ecuador.

Programs Offered

The Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud offers healthcare programs, including:
– Medicine (MD) – 6-year program
– Nursing
– Clinical Laboratory Sciences
– Public Health
– Nutrition and Dietetics
– Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
– Biomedical Sciences
– Specialized postgraduate programs in health-related fields

Accreditation

The Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud at USFQ 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

Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) is ranked among the top universities in Ecuador and Latin America. However, it is not currently ranked within the top 500 globally in the QS World University Rankings.

Enrollment

The Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud has an enrollment of approximately 8,000–10,000 students (exact numbers may vary by year).

Tuition Fees

For the Medicine (MD) program, tuition is approximately $12,000–$15,000 per year (varies by program and year of study). Other health sciences programs cost approximately $8,000–$12,000 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

Universidad San Francisco de Quito was established in 1988. The Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud was established later, though the exact year is not publicly specified. The medical program was launched in the early 2000s (specific year not publicly available).

Admissions Policy

The Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud admits both male and female students and welcomes international students, particularly from Latin America and other regions.

Contact Information

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