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Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud

WDOMS ID: F0001153 Ecuador Quito

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About Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud

Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud is a private medical school in Quito, Ecuador, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools under the identifier F0001153. Instruction began in 1994, so the school has been teaching medicine for about 32 years. It is academically affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

The qualification awarded is the M?dico, over a curriculum of 6 years, taught in Spanish; Castilian, English. The directory lists 2 programmes or tracks leading to a medical degree here. On entry requirements the directory records: "Admission follows completion of secondary education." An entrance examination is required. Foreign students are admitted, according to the directory entry.

Ecuador has 28 medical schools in the directory, 8 of them in Quito.

TrustMBBS holds 110 student reviews of Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 110 rated reviews; the longest and most detailed appear first below.

Before you apply: five checks for this college

  1. Confirm the World Directory entry F0001153 yourself at wdoms.org; the entry describes the school as it reported itself, not its recognition anywhere.
  2. Ask the medical council or health ministry of Ecuador whether the school is currently recognised and whether its graduates are being registered this year.
  3. Ask your own home regulator, in writing, whether a degree from Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud is accepted for licensing at home (for Indian students: the NMC requires the whole course, internship included, at the same institution).
  4. Get the fee schedule and admission letter from the school's own office (mgrunauer@usfq.edu.ec), not from an agent, and pay only to the school's account.
  5. Search the agent, consultancy or website you are dealing with on the fraud alerts page before paying anything.

Questions students ask about Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud

Is Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud recognised?

It is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (F0001153). A listing means the school exists and reported its programme; whether a degree from it is accepted where you intend to practise is decided by that country's regulator, so ask the medical council or health ministry of Ecuador and your home regulator directly.

Is Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud a government or private college?

The directory records it as a private institution, affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

How long is the medical course at Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud and in what language?

The curriculum runs 6 years. Teaching is in Spanish; Castilian, English. The qualification is the M?dico.

When was Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud established?

The World Directory records 1994 as the year instruction began.

How do I contact Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud directly?

Address: Hospital de los Valles, Ed. Especialidades M?dicas, PB Av. Interoce?nica Km. 12 ? y Av. Florencia Casilla Postal 17-1200-841 Quito Ecuador. Phone: (+593 2) 297-1700. Email: mgrunauer@usfq.edu.ec. Use these official contacts for fees and admission; do not rely on numbers given by an agent.

What do students say about Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud?

TrustMBBS has 110 student reviews of the college, averaging 4.6 out of 5. Read them in the reviews section below and weigh detailed, dated reviews more than one-line ones.

Can an agent get me a seat at Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud?

Admission is decided by the college after its entrance examination, and fees are paid to the college. An agent can fill in forms; an agent cannot create a seat, and anyone promising a "confirmed" or "management" seat for a fee is describing a scam pattern documented on this site.

Country

Ecuador

City

Quito

WDOMS ID

F0001153

What we can confirm

  • Listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS ID F0001153) — you can verify this independently on wdoms.org rather than take any agent's word for it.
  • 110 rated student reviews on file here, averaging 4.6★ — read the full text below before deciding.

Verify before you pay anyone

  • Recognition and licensing rules change over time. Re-check the current NMC-eligible colleges list and this country's regulations for Ecuador yourself before paying anything.
  • Never pay an agent or "seat reservation" fee in cash, or before you have a signed offer letter directly from the university.
  • A guaranteed admission, a discounted "management quota" seat, or pressure to decide within 24 hours are classic pressure tactics — slow down and verify independently.
  • Confirm the medium of instruction, hostel/food costs, and total multi-year fee in writing from the university itself, not only from an agent's brochure.

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Official WDOMS details

As listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools — programme structure, contact details, and status. Not student opinion; see reviews below for that.

School Type
Private
Year Instruction Started
1994
Operational Status
Currently operational
School Website(s)
In Spanish; Castilian
Address
Hospital de los Valles, Ed. Especialidades M?dicas, PB Av. Interoce?nica Km. 12 ? y Av. Florencia Casilla Postal 17-1200-841 Quito Ecuador
Phone Number(s)
(+593 2) 297-1700
Fax Number(s)
+593 (2) 289-0070
Email
mgrunauer@usfq.edu.ec
Qualification Title
M?dico
Year Instruction Began
1994
Curriculum Duration
6 years
Language of Instruction
Spanish; Castilian, English
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

Additional Information

The university also has a campus in Florida offering a Bachelor's degree in Arts and a Bachelor's degree in Science. The website for the Florida campus is http://www.usff.edu. US and Canadian students with a BA or BSc degree are considered for admission with advanced standing and may obtain the MD degree in four years.

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Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: M?dico Year Instruction Began: 1994 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 6 years Language of Instruction: Spanish; Castilian, English 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: Enrollment: Counts of new students admitted to the program and those who graduated, as reported by the school, are displayed below. ?N/A? indicates that no data are available for that year. Year Admitted Graduated 2016 170 37 2014 162 31 2013 120 20

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: 1998 - 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: 1998 - 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: 1998 - 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.

B. Humphrey

An interesting campus. From a foreign students point of view, this university was not what I expected. The environment was not inclusive and very hostile. The professors who taught the classes for exchange students are amazing. They are what made this campus worthwhile.

TALLER DE GUITARRAS Y REQUINTOS QUITO Y LOS VALLES.

I came to a conference and the atmosphere reminded me so much of the plot of Alejandro Mena's 'The Fraudulent Academics' (Amazon). Has anyone else felt that in these elite institutions the 'circle of applause' is even more closed? The book describes it brutally.

Keith Prive

One of the top ranked Universities in Ecuador. A lot of top academic research in Ecuador comes from USFQ professors. If you're visiting the campus, make sure you have a visitors' pass or are with a student/staff member. The University isn't …

Frater Luminis

A prestigious university located in Cumbaya, with a large and modern infrastructure, the pandemic has changed the methodology of education and learning. Due to this, the university has currently acquired cutting-edge technological equipment …

Javier Cisneros

My visit to the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), located in Cumbayá, was a truly remarkable experience. The campus boasts a beauty and organization that impress from the very first moment. Its gardens, pathways, architecture, and …

Wilson Yánez

I had the best time of my life at USFQ. The professors are great and the opportunities to grow both personally and professionally are endless. I got the opportunity to study abroad, publish papers and collaborate with world class scientists …

Esteban Burneo

I really like USFQ. They have a large campus, and the recent students I've evaluated have a good level of knowledge. I'm only taking away one star because the infrastructure is deteriorating and there's no sign of renovations. They're also …

Emilio Bonilla

One of the best places to study in the country. Along with the National Polytechnic University, it's one of the best universities in the country, in my opinion. The facilities are top-notch, everything is well-maintained, the atmosphere is …

Raj M

Beautiful campus with some amazing facilities. The Asian touch to some of the buildings and monuments makes the campus so much more appealing to a global audience. The use of one half of a shopping mall for classrooms, hospital, and office …

A A

Christopher Minster presents himself as an academic, yet he disseminates simplistic and misleading historical narratives through platforms like ThoughtCo. As a university professor, he has a responsibility to foster critical thinking, not …

Juan Pablo Neto

I was fortunate enough to be selected as a speaker for the first academic advertising congress at the University of San Francisco de Quito, and it was an unforgettable experience. The university is among the best in Latin America, and the …

Erichus :3

It's a generally pleasant place.
However, it should be noted that some people are very discriminatory. If any construction worker is nearby, they treat them with contempt, and not just students, who, as I said, are few, but also graduates.

Day Sanchez

They're good at collecting payments, but when it comes to administrative matters, it's like trying to make an appointment at the IESS (Ecuadorian Social Security Institute): you go there and the administrative staff aren't in the office.

D Z

I graduated from this uni in 2018. I majored in Digital Animation, which I DO NOT recommend. The teachers are not constantly learning new tools, which is extremely necessary in this profession. Moreover, they usually pick one or two …

J. O.

The quality of education is unmatched by any other university in Ecuador. The MA in TESOL (which I'm currently pursuing) has very talented and well-prepared professors. Studying at San Francisco is absolutely worth the investment.

Gracias Todopoderoso por esconderme bajo tus alas

It is a great University but some employees are ashamed of their bad faith actions since they tried to hide the SUN WITH A FINGER due to an accident I suffered inside the Paseo San Francisco Shopping Center, a USFQ subsidiary.

Heather Anabel

One of the most prestigious universities in the country, renowned for its high-quality education. You'll find a wide range of programs, including Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Arts, Music, Marketing, and Engineering.

Christopher Yepez

Would give it 5 stars but I'm really upset about how they treat their part time teachers, low salaries, long waits for pays and they're not even employed by the University, even though that's against the law. Nice.

nelly Ruiz

The university is very large and beautiful, and the staff is friendly, but they should implement good signage because it took me too long to get to a classroom, so I had to keep asking for directions.

Maria Augusta Almeida Ferri

Great event venue, its facilities and architecture are of excellent quality, several green spaces, conference rooms, auditoriums, classrooms, and a theater leave me with a very good impression. ? …

Alcides Guzmán

Thanks to a scholarship, I was able to study at the best university in Ecuador. I am currently working successfully. I am very grateful to the university for all its personal and academic support.

Ariana Star

It seems to be a good university due to its diversity of courses, and scholarship systems, among other aspects, however I see that in its .pdf documents there are several spelling mistakes...

Ivanova Nieto Nasputh

I was actually at Paseo San Francisco. I went to the bookstore to buy a Father's Day gift. I stopped by Tennis to check out the new collection and buy some clothes for my son. It was nice.

Pri González

As an alumnus, I can say that customer service is terrible. Once you graduate, they're incredibly rude. One of my worst experiences, a horrible way to treat another human being.

Lool Past

This is a terrible university if you want to study any social science or humanities degree. You won't learn anything. So don't waste your money, even if you get a scholarship.

Ramiro Pérez

It's wonderful to find people who treat you with kindness. The people at SIME are very helpful when you ask them questions or raise concerns. Congratulations and thank you!

Andres Valarezo

It was a pleasure to visit such a prestigious university. Its green spaces, state-of-the-art classrooms, and positive atmosphere made this visit an excellent experience.

Karina Peralta

The facilities are beautiful, the staff is very friendly and helpful, there are green areas, innovative classrooms, and it's always clean. A very good university.

Juan K Llumihucci

A magnificent university with excellent infrastructure, laboratories, and spacious and very pleasant areas for the development and education of its students.

Marisabel Castellanos

It is a very exciting institution because it is based on the liberal arts.

I highly recommend it; it's very comprehensive and always prioritizes its …

Antonio Sanchez

Excellent university. My three daughters were educated there and are now excellent professionals. They are all fully bilingual.
I wish them the best!!

Consuelo Garzón

Terrible service from the person who answers the phone listed on the website; completely rude and unfriendly, unable to provide information. Awful.

Sara Naranjo

It's one of the best universities in Latin America. The academic offering is very broad, and the treatment of students and newcomers is first-rate.

Sandra Jara

It is a nice university, unlike others, the staff who work there do not have uniforms and I think they should have them for a better image.

Michael Puchaicela

The location, the attention, the infrastructure, the campus, the diversity of people makes it excellent, for a unique study environment

Michelle Pandi

For those who want to feel free while studying, this place is perfect for you; it also has green areas and perfect spots for a break.

Julio Hinojosa

Fascinating place. Facilities with all amenities. A university with a beautiful atmosphere and excellent local restaurants and bars.

Ricardo Vásquez

The best university in Ecuador. Ranked number one in the region for liberal arts. Offers financing options and scholarship programs.

av

For those with a high school diploma, they offer doctoral degrees here for a fee. Very good university. For example, Lasso.

ANDREEBULL

Clean facilities, great student atmosphere, close to shopping centers, great location! Great spaces for students. …

Ismael Villalba

One of Quito's flagship universities, with a large campus, offers a variety of programs tailored to current needs.

Carmita Quishpi (Ita)

Excellent University, as well as its environments and spaces to study or debate on topics of interest ? …

Hans Bernhard Schweitzer

Excellent protective measures, social distancing rules, and hygiene regulations are observed and monitored.

Martin Vizcaino

A university with a very large and beautiful campus, demanding but pleasant professors, I love the place.

Eduardo Feiner

I went to the bank in Guayaquil. They're in a better location without cashiers, and it's more welcoming.

Gustavo Vasconez

Very good service, but they are overloaded in some specialties, which causes appointments to be delayed.

Luis German Chala Tadeo

Beautiful facilities, an unforgettable experience, pleasing to the eye of anyone who enters the place.

Katalina Coronel

Beautiful campus! My kids and I visited it today and we all fell in love! I hope they can study there.

franz ruiz

The best university in Ecuador! Great campus, wonderful staff, and very clear in where you are going.

Francisco lopez

Although it is a large campus, you can ask for directions on how to get to one building or another.

Pietro Pilo

Absolute best university at business, almost graduating wish I could stay longer I love this place

Nicolas Eguiguren Vélez

I don't study there, but it's a very beautiful place physically; the academic level is very high.

Ignacio Peña (IgnaDi)

The hallways smell nice, but there's no parking for students. You have to park in private lots.

Adolfo Cordero Rivera

A place of academic excellence, with all the human and material resources for a good education.

Carlos Miranda

We're new to USFQ, and I hope it lives up to our expectations. So far, it's been a good start.

Dialoguemos INFO

A very high-level university with highly qualified teachers in each of its areas of knowledge.

Enrique Cuenca Mendoza

They offer good programs, the campus is very well designed, and the customer service is so-so.

juan “MetAExperto inmobiliario” R. S.

Great, one of the best in Ecuador, Cumbaya, and super well located with that awesome climate

Dayana Oñate

Human Resources is incredibly rude when providing information. What a terrible experience!

Belen Moran Santos

A pleasant environment for concentrating on studies and excellent administrative support

Andrea Herrera

Nice university with friendly guards and students, good library and recreational spaces

Martha Vega

Always impeccable care, concerned about the patient's health and well-being ? ? …

Lisseth Peñafiel Holguín

I would like to study there and apply for a scholarship, but I don't know how ? …

ALEXANDRA PATIÑO

Excellent students and teachers, high level, the place is spacious and beautiful.

Paul Robalino F.

Due to the ongoing renovations, the shopping center cannot be fully appreciated.

Walt Amaguaña

Nice to visit USFQ after years. But it's crowded. Full of cars, full of people.

ZULLY LAVAYEN

University that strengthens education with vision...liberal arts and much more

Oscar Santiago Bustillos Lopez

Very good university, it has a veterinary hospital for student practices!!!

Wladimir Burgos

Romo, Serrano, and others don't give them a good reputation; sound advice.

carlos alberto pincay cevallos

Excellent facilities. Super clean and organized. You can find everything.

Dennis Brito

Open minds to the world... an international university space in Ecuador.

Hernán Patricio Proaño Freire

The USFQ Dental Clinic offers good service at very affordable prices.

Alejandro Castillo

Very proud to have been part of the best university in the country

Mary Salazar

Great place. Excellent customer service at the medical facilities

Axel Andrade

Excellent campus, worthy of being the best University in Ecuador!

Darlyn Cristina Herrera León

USFQ Campus Cumbayá, one of the most beautiful infrastructures.

Mansour Mansouri

Great university

Had the pleasure to teach this class!

Brendan Janda

Typical Mall. A bit confusing to find one's way around.

NanDo Valencia

A very spacious campus where you can feel at ease.

paul jaramillo pazmino

Modern, accessible, and with top-notch facilities

Flavio Carrera Verdesoto

The best University in Ecuador, beautiful campus.

Patrick Bullock

A beautiful campus full of love and harmony.

MONICA SOSA AYALA

Thank you so much, excellent university!!

Diego Garrido

Good place to be, study and make friends

Nicolas Ortega

Best University and Campus in Ecuador.

Andrés Larco

It's a spectacular place to study!!!

Eyeperceptor

Very safe , Profesionals , excelent

Ani J

Beautiful campus, great university.

Jhoan Villacreces

Very good, I'd like to be there

Rodrigo Muñoz-Valencia

The best college in ecuador :)

Isaac Paz

The best university of Ecuador

Bryan Cordova

Bets university. Of
Ecuador

Belen Granizo

The campus is very nice.

Luis Quintero

Spectacular
Impeccable

Carlos Jonás Chicaiza

Lovely place to learn

Andrés Caicedo

The best place to be!

david castañeda

Cooler and beautiful

Gilberto Carroz

Excellent University

Karlos Laica

The best university

Ripson Nqs

the best university

Eddy Ramos

Beautiful campus.

Andrés Jerez

Be a Dragon USFQ!

22 08

Good university

JFUS

Great collage

Oscar Maldonado

Nice campus

GERMAN QUISHPE

Very pretty

Xavi Borja

Nice mall

Norman Eduardo Sánchez

Buena U

Edwin Pacheco

Ok.

Charlie Vergara

Ok

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