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Universidad Cat?lica de Santa Mar?a Facultad de Medicina Humana

WDOMS ID: F0000153 Peru Arequipa

Country

Peru

City

Arequipa

WDOMS ID

F0000153

What students share

School Type: Private

Year Instruction Started: 1988

Operational Status: Currently operational

Alternate Names:

Academic Affiliation:

Clinical Facilities:

Clinical Training:

Program Delivery in Other Countries:

Non-Academic Afiliations: School has a religious affiliation.

School Website(s): In Spanish; Castilian

Additional Information:

School Contact Main Address: Urbanizacion San Jose, Apdo 1350 Arequipa Peru Phone Number(s): +51 (54) 382038 Fax Number(s): Email: medicina@ucsm.edu.pe

Main Address: Urbanizacion San Jose, Apdo 1350 Arequipa Peru

Phone Number(s): +51 (54) 382038

Fax Number(s):

Email: medicina@ucsm.edu.pe

Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: M?dico Cirujano; Bachiller en Medicina Humana Year Instruction Began: 1988 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 7 years Language of Instruction: Spanish; Castilian Year Ended: Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education. Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required Tuition Paid By:

Qualification Title: M?dico Cirujano; Bachiller en Medicina Humana

Year Instruction Began: 1988

Curriculum Last Revised:

Curriculum Duration: 7 years

Language of Instruction: Spanish; Castilian

Year Ended:

Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education.

Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted

Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted

Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required

Tuition Paid By:

Canada Unless indicated otherwise, Medical degrees obtained from this medical school are acceptable to the provincial/territorial medical regulatory authorities in Canada, and therefore acceptable to all medical organizations in Canada. For more information about the acceptable medical schools as defined in the Model Standards for Medical Registration in Canada click here . ? moins d?avis contraire, les dipl?mes de m?decine de cette facult? de m?decine sont acceptables aux ordres des m?decins dans les provinces et territoires du Canada, et par cons?quent acceptables ? toute autre organisation au Canada qui ?uvre dans le domaine m?dical. Pour plus d'information au sujet des facult?s de m?decine acceptables, telles que d?finies dans les normes mod?les pour l'inscription m?dicale au Canada, cliquez ici . Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1988 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1988 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1988 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

💬 Student Reviews

Real reviews from students. All ratings and reviews are taken on 21st January 2026.

Alexander Málaga

A great university. Its facilities have improved by 500% since I studied there. Over time, it has established itself as the 23rd best university in Peru. The atmosphere is very pleasant, and the university continues to grow. I'm very pleased that they invest in research; it's one of the best ways to help the country.

manuel arce

They are inconsiderate regarding student housing, not thinking about the danger they are exposing them to. The students who were told to leave at 8 leave at 9. It's fine that they leave 15 or even 20 minutes late, but they must consider that at 9 pm there is no longer student transportation.

BlueStarel

My alma mater is the university where I study biotechnology engineering. I really liked the labs. Although there aren't many spaces where you can sit and study and chat, and it's not as perfect or as big as other universities, it's not a bad option either.

jesus gaxiola

Very large and very well-organized, very lively and clean. Tall buildings. Areas available for students. I'll be back to explore it further. The library is beautiful; I have to go in and spend some time there. Its multipurpose coliseum is impressive.

Zsa Zsa

They take advantage of their private situation and coerce their students to prevent criticism of the service provided; it is so normalized that they believe it is normal, in addition to being run by people linked to questionable political parties.

paola HP

I studied dentistry at UCSM and then moved to Lima, and it has nothing to envy from the other universities here, and at the Catholic University they taught me with quality, I am very proud of my decision, and I thank my teachers for sharing …

Elisa C.

I am an alumnus of this university, and I recently called to inquire about completing a procedure (transcript/grade consolidation) that I need to complete from abroad to apply for a master's degree. The phone service was excellent, from the …

José Andrés NV

As a former student, it's sad to have to describe my alma mater this way. But it's necessary to emphasize that the institution is in decline in terms of innovation, academic model, research, and faculty. This is reflected in the fact that …

Maria

While it's true that the university is good, the secretaries' service is very poor; they are overly disinterested and do not treat people and/or students who require assistance or simply inquire about academic matters in a courteous manner.

Jorge Ayala Paredes

There's a lot of construction going on, and they're keeping people from paying attention to classes because the machines are working. These renovations should be done during the holidays, not until work starts. The student tuition fee for …

Ryoma Rios

The teacher who teaches performing arts gives scripts in which they speak with vulgar words and smoke, to make the scene look more real (in one where a character who is a student smokes) she asks the student to buy a cigarette but not to …

Gustavo Herrera Lazo

Completely inadequate service, a very bad experience, 3-hour queues to be served because they only have one secretary for 300 students, many administrative problems since most inquiries are about registration, courses, etc.

Maria Elena CC

Customer service and security have improved; now you can find information on their website and find almost everything you need, except for internal matters if it's a different process. But it has improved nonetheless.

Bryan Bustos Rivera

I'm a medical student. The university is very good, there's no doubt about it. However, I don't see the measures being taken now regarding the medical program as optimal for developing us as professionals. …

Carlos Ernesto Llerena Botto

The facilities at the Catholic University of Arequipa are modern and may have some well-equipped laboratories, however... With the sole purpose of economic profit, it has become a vast concrete jungle. …

fernando manuel

Terrible teachers, boring and unwilling to address students' questions. The practical and theoretical subjects are very separate; they teach one thing in theory and another in practice. …

Benjamin Mercado Peña

Too overrated. There are countless shortcomings that I won't mention because it would be too long. In short, a for-profit university that doesn't measure up to "private" status.

Nayeli Sanchez Garcia

Beautiful, spacious infrastructure with an elevator and ramps
A very nice university with opportunities to travel to study
Offers language and computer courses

Sebastian Martinez

Somewhat outdated infrastructure, classrooms in need of modernization, and poor air circulation. Pleasant recreational areas ? and a wide variety of courses. …

Andrea Velazco

The teachers are awesome, they always let us out on time. That way I can pop over to Barra 420 and get myself a cherimoya crisp ice cream from CREMDULE ? …

Cesar Rebaza

It is an important university in the city of Arequipa that has modernized its infrastructure and added new professional careers.

ING. ALFONZO DIAZ GUZMAN

AICA CONGRESS AT THE NATIONAL CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF SANTA MARIA, AREQUIPA, THROUGH THE ROUTES OF SILLAR AND THE MISTI VOLCANO

Leyner Macedo Zapana

By chance, you might know that there is a veterinary medicine program at this Catholic University of Santa Maria.

Patricio Rios Cayo

It's a good university. It has modern laboratories and green spaces for students. It's accredited by SUNEDU.

Heverd Baleriano Torres

The university authorities should do something about the nightclubs and video pubs in the surrounding area.

Kevin Baldeon

I'm not from Arequipa, but I was recommended this place.
My classes start in 2014. Systems Engineering

saurav suman

It is a very clean, orderly university, it has adequate environments and laboratories for learning.

Roberto Rodriguez Damiani

They're very attentive and provide dedicated guidance. How could things not work out like that?

kenshin shinta himura batuzai

Great place, beautiful view
Plenty of options in all types and sizes
It's best to go early
?? …

Giovanni Loza

It is a very clean, tidy university, with suitable environments and laboratories for learning.

Felix Huillca

The Catholic University is a first-rate, modern university, typical of the people of Arequipa.

Alejandro Santa Cruz

It has good infrastructure and in psychology there are quite a few unique spaces for them.

Fiorela Maque Valdivia

Excellent infrastructure, an incredible faculty. One of the most prestigious universities.

Juan Salvador

A great University of Arequipa,
And one that will gradually return to its former glory.

Percy Paulo Chávez Baldárrago

There is no car access, so you have to park on the street or look for a beach nearby.

Iboska Salas

It's a very nice university, very comprehensive, and it really has very large spaces.

Victor Paz

Beautiful higher education institution with qualified staff and top-notch facilities

Mcz

A place where lectures are properly held in the auditoriums found at the University

Brenda Diaz

There is no attention yet, only very specific situations with permits and protocols

Daniel Quequesana Vílchez

Good place but I'm not a big fan of vegetarian food, if you are maybe you like it

guido ferly bedoya gomez

They have strict controls at the entrance and comply with biosecurity measures.

Isamath Adriazola

They charge too much and don't offer as many benefits in return as they think.

Matías Alejandro Medrano Gálvez

High quality of teachers, although completing the procedures can be cumbersome

[Joseph Sanchez]

Private university with good infrastructure and beautiful places to enjoy.

Mia Meza

Can someone please recommend private universities in Arequipa?
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donald trump

My soul matters a good, clean, tidy university with excellent teachers :)

edward orccon

Without a doubt it is one of the best universities in Arequipa, the best

Milagros Quispe de Flores

Excellent teaching, but there is a lack of classrooms and more space.

Lesly Thamara

They say they give virtual information, which is totally false.

Camila Lira

Clean environments, well-maintained gardens, modern facilities.

Mid Vlad

Good education and infrastructure for educational services.

Eduardo Flores

University Center, a very good place, welcoming but small.

Jose Carlos

Alma Mater of many good professionals in the country...!!!

Yesenia Medina

Few green areas in relation to buildings and paved areas.

Hernan Qquenta

Great university, my alma mater. I will make them proud.

Francisco López

It has good infrastructure and adequate teaching staff.

Eudel Jesus Barreda Valdivia

The Catholic University of Santa Maria, my alma mater.

Josue Hañari

A very, very up-to-date university, spacious and tidy.

German Povea Diaz

Nice atmosphere :), It has access for disabled people

Meli Miel

The wifi is terrible, it cuts out in certain places.

Lorena Salinas

Okay, I've done my democratic duty. Long live Peru!

Salva zegarra

A good and pleasant environment for young people.

Mauricio Carpio

University recognized many years ago in Arequipa

GLADYS CARBAJAL

In recognition of merit. Thank you Dr. Olger 10

luis villagra

Large gardens, very tidy and clean facilities.

Christian Cassas

If they thought more about the students ???? …

Jose Alarcon

My alma mater, very modern and well equipped.

Enzo Rosado

Very good university. Great place to study.

Carlos Patron Indacochea

There is a lack of cutting-edge technology

Kate Deza

University study center accessible to all

Daniel Coral Garcia

Very good quality in its infrastructure.

Salas Dianderas

Now I study there, let's go ?????????? …

Delfro Puno

They do not have formal business hours.

Dayvid Arturo

Very complete university, large campus

Alejandro Fernando Peñaloza Delgado

It is the best university in Arequipa

alonso torres

Good university with a nice campus.

Steve Nicolás Briceño Zúñiga

No comments... due to retaliation

Eunice Puma Torreblanca

Super cool... Great teachers ? …

Martin Sadler

Beautiful campus and auditorium.

Luis Delgado

The worst university lately

ANGEL COLANA

Good uni and atmosphere :)

Eduardo Ramiro de Rivero Manrique

Great university! Awesome!

Joel Almeyda

Modern, clean and elegant

Grecia Carpio

Very nice infrastructure

CESAR DFS

Under his warm education

Jose Miguel Medina Quequesana

Nothing to see here :)

Franklin Zalla

Very good organization

Bernardo Rivera

Good study environment

Daniel Martínez

They follow protocols

leonardo miguel galindo luna

Very bad university

AGUSTO BACA

Very good taste

Halemao chañi arphi

Excellent place

Jorge Bueno Salazar

Well, high cost

itz chandu

Beat university

Che Kalitos

tidy and clean

Kevin Humpire Gárate

Full students

Anibal Diaz

Modern, tidy

Itati Tavera

I study here

Clarence

It's papers

olenka Cruz

Because yes

Joaquin Bernal

Good place

Christopher Eder Campaña Arbulú

Excellent

Vocky Joy

Brilliant

Harold Santos

Cato??

Rosalynn Pauca Rodriguez

Super

HUMBERT MOROCCO

Good

Marcos Ramos

Way

Vanessa Sotelo

Bn

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About Arequipa

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Peru
Timezone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-16.39889000, -71.53500000

Arequipa, also known by its nicknames of Ciudad Blanca and León del Sur, is a city in Peru and the capital of the eponymous province and department. It is the seat of the Constitutional Court of Peru and often dubbed the "legal capital of Peru". It is the second most populated city in Peru, after the capital Lima, with an urban population of 1,195,700 in 202…

Local name: Arequipa

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