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Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

WDOMS ID: F0001356 Dominican Republic Santo Domingo

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About Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud is a public medical school in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools under the identifier F0001356. Instruction began in 1538, so the school has been teaching medicine for about 488 years, which makes it one of the longer-established schools in the country. It is academically affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

The qualification awarded is the Doctor(a) en Medicina, over a curriculum of 5 years, taught in Spanish; Castilian. 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.

Dominican Republic has 13 medical schools in the directory, 8 of them in Santo Domingo.

TrustMBBS holds 110 student reviews of Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 110 rated reviews; the longest and most detailed appear first below.

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  1. Confirm the World Directory entry F0001356 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 Dominican Republic 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 Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad 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 (medicina@uasd.edu.do), not from an agent, and pay only to the school's account.
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Questions students ask about Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Is Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud recognised?

It is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (F0001356). 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 Dominican Republic and your home regulator directly.

Is Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud a government or private college?

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

How long is the medical course at Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud and in what language?

The curriculum runs 5 years. Teaching is in Spanish; Castilian. The qualification is the Doctor(a) en Medicina.

When was Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud established?

The World Directory records 1538 as the year instruction began.

How do I contact Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud directly?

Address: Ciudad Universitaria, Apdo 1355 Santo Domingo Dominican Republic. Phone: +1 (809) 685-7597. Email: medicina@uasd.edu.do. Use these official contacts for fees and admission; do not rely on numbers given by an agent.

What do students say about Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud?

TrustMBBS has 110 student reviews of the college, averaging 4.5 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 Autónoma de Santo Domingo Facultad 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

Dominican Republic

City

Santo Domingo

WDOMS ID

F0001356

What we can confirm

  • Listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS ID F0001356) — 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 4.5★ — read the full text below before deciding.

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School Type
Public
Year Instruction Started
1538
Operational Status
Currently operational
School Website(s)
In Spanish; Castilian
Address
Ciudad Universitaria, Apdo 1355 Santo Domingo Dominican Republic
Phone Number(s)
+1 (809) 685-7597
Email
medicina@uasd.edu.do
Qualification Title
Doctor(a) en Medicina
Year Instruction Began
1538
Curriculum Last Revised
2011
Curriculum Duration
5 years
Language of Instruction
Spanish; Castilian
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

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Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: Doctor(a) en Medicina Year Instruction Began: 1538 Curriculum Last Revised: 2011 Curriculum Duration: 5 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: 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 2017 1550 1250 2016 3988 1294 2015 4499 555

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Indra Rosario

I'm a graduate, I love the autonomous community, I love the friends I make there, the camaraderie, and the warmth. But customer service is unspeakable, and I won't say what it is. Years go by and it's still just as terrible. You leave, come back 20 years later, and the service and customer service are just as terrible and depressing!

Celia Herrera

A large university campus. Interesting as a historical site as well. Dating back to 1538, it's the oldest university in the Americas. It's easily accessible and a public university. The buildings are spacious and airy, and the university atmosphere is very pleasant. There are auditoriums, libraries, and other public spaces to enjoy.

Rosanna Perez

The University of the Dominican People, the institution from which thousands of professionals graduate and are increasingly recognized with honors! The guiding light for our youth upon completing high school. The hope for a dignified life for the majority of our Dominican youth, the UASD is always present among those most in need.

Danilo Grullart

The campus of the oldest university in the New World is excellent, housing various departments of this prestigious institution founded in 1538. It features sports facilities for different disciplines, including baseball. There is ample parking on its paved streets and another covered parking garage with several levels.

Rosa García

It is truly the best university in the Dominican Republic because it not only educates you intellectually but also as a person, and those who graduate from here are true professionals because all the internal obstacles that affect the student body serve no purpose other than to forge fighters, excellent.

José Luis Plasencia Pérez

It has a reputation as the first university in the Caribbean, but constant struggles for improvements and student strikes have turned it into an unpleasant place, where degrees take longer than usual and, worse, it's even dangerous to study there. I wish I could say otherwise, but that's the reality.

Sonia Saviñon

Excellent university atmosphere. Although some facilities aren't very functional, we can also find beautiful facilities in excellent condition. It's a fairly large university, where you can meet thousands of people from different classes, and it's centrally located in the National District.

Isaty Rodríguez Reyes

The best university in the whole world! The best architecture school, the best engineering faculty, the largest campus, the university of opportunity for the low-income, and best of all, the degree is worth more than all the degrees from all the universities in the country combined. ;)

Adalberto Grullon

The worst university there is. An administrative disaster, the people in charge of providing information don't know where their heads are, and ridiculous dress codes (they won't let you in with jeans ripped at the knee, but they do let women in shorts and miniskirts).

Gabriel Vilorio

The first university in the New World boasts the finest library in the Caribbean, a pharmacy, a bank, a dispensary, a cafeteria, restrooms in all faculties, parking for all students, security cameras throughout the campus, and public spaces for studying.

GLENIS W. TORRES

I'm a UASD graduate and I'm proud to see the excellent change you've made at our University of the Dominican Republic. Happy and grateful to see my university continue to improve structurally. I hope it continues to provide better service to students.

Miguel Jimenez

Excellent university, very good teachers, a wide range of careers to choose from, hopefully the strikes that sometimes prevent teaching can disappear, students should not pay the consequences of the disorder of the charlatans who stir everything up.

Harol B. Brito Peralta

I don't recommend UASD to anyone. If you can afford ANY other university, do it. The incompetence they allow many professors to display is incredible, especially in online classes. Very few of them know how to teach a good online class. And …

Daniely Mercedes

UASD, my beloved university. It's a mixed bag, but so far I've had a very good experience. Some professors are excellent, others not so much. You have to work really hard to sort things out sometimes. The parks are usually dirty, as are the …

Alexis Castro Figueroa

It's the cheapest university in the Dominican Republic, but be aware it's not free. It currently has the largest student body and the highest dropout rate. It's recommended for master's degrees, doctorates, and postgraduate studies, as it's …

Milquiades Estrella

Overall, I'm incredibly happy to be studying at this university, although it's true that in the 21st century, there are still mediocre professors who, if they don't like a student, will hold them back. They harass and disrespect me if they …

Carlos Rincon

Our beloved alma mater is the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, the Dominican State University. It offers many programs that other universities in our country don't offer. Its magnificent Rector, Professor Editrudis Beltrán. Elected …

Gerardo Davis

The UASD, celebrating its 485th anniversary, is the first university in the Americas. This is the oldest center of higher education in the New World. Thousands of great professionals in all areas of knowledge have been trained and continue …

Eloquin Abreu belen

Hello UASD, I have always wanted to be from there, well anyway, I need the spiritual zone of that university to please remove every sign from me, you Mr. Director of the UASD know this, well on the other hand, the people who have something …

Omar Pérez Veloz

The Dominican Republic's preeminent university stands out as an educational pillar, hosting approximately 180,000 students, an emblematic figure that reflects its commitment to academic excellence and social transformation. With a mission …

fausto Alejandro encarnacion nuñez

The first university in the Americas, the only university in the country that is affordable for any social class, where thousands upon thousands of professionals have graduated, including many important figures in society today, providing …

Luis Alberto Rodriguez S. (LARS*-)

The Primada de América, as it is known for being the first in the new world. Founded on October 12, 1538, it celebrates 482 years in 2020, almost five (5) centuries serving well-being, happiness and human development in Latin America and …

Steban Hern

The UASD is one of those universities where learning is a given, but its lack of exclusivity leads to a decline in quality. I'm referring to the strikes that take place, the lack of classroom space, the students who come for reasons other …

Hamilton Jimenez Vasquez

Large but not very clean. Excellent for people with limited resources, it has a great library and a very large public cafeteria. However, I don't recommend studying here if you have other options, as many professors aren't teachers; they …

Santiago A. Vargas

Two days ago, on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, I was doing some work at the Banreservas bank located inside the university. I left my wallet in the parking lot behind the bank (obviously without realizing it). I left the bank, and when I got …

MARNIE PINEDA

It is the oldest university in the Americas, founded in 1538. Its facilities are constantly being renovated. It is located within the university campus. It has several teaching buildings. Among these buildings is the Pedro Mir Library, a …

Maribel

This is an excellent institution. The only minor issue is that the vast majority of employees—customer service representatives and cashiers—show absolutely no manners or respect when providing service. They seem anything but customer …

Omar Bautista González

A university where people born in the Dominican Republic can pay between 5 Dominican pesos or slightly more for a university education committed to the transformation of Dominican society and the world. Its spirit of solidarity was born …

Marisol Ugarte

I love its age and its architecture. These photos intentionally don't include people, but when the atmosphere is so vibrant, it's worth sitting on the library steps around 5:30 pm, listening and watching. At that moment, you realize you …

Joan Licelotte Henriquez Mieses

I'm giving it three stars, and I think that's too much. The university has some good points, but far too many bad ones. One of them is the unnecessary and poorly planned construction projects. A recent example is the high school they're …

Diógenes Matos

the best university in the world, I wouldn't trade it for another, it has its flaws and its virtues, like everything in life nothing is perfect,....only God is perfect.... my beloved UASD!!!, the good thing about the UASD, is that you …

Junior Martinez

There are many things about the UASD that must change, for example, that they leave 40% of the classes virtual to avoid overpopulation of the classrooms, that the teachers be more updated with the class methodology since the majority …

Dolly Lora Arias

This photo was taken last year by my son, Octavio De Jesús Mirabal Lora, in a makeshift tent at the Alma Mater of the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo while we were waiting for his graduation ceremony as a general practitioner.

Maria Laura

It is a decent university I can't say is good because you come across a lot of crazy professors with no supervision of whatsoever. I also moved to another country and their system is so ancient that you can't get or transfer your …

EDWARD MUÑOZ

The UASD has a long history of defending the oppressed peoples of the world. The oldest university in the Americas, it is an excellent educational institution for the most disadvantaged students and everyone in general, creating …

Claudia Castro

It's absolutely beautiful, quiet, clean, with attractive landscaping and a refreshing natural breeze. It looks so different now, freshly painted and delicate. Considering its history of disarray, the difference is truly remarkable.

Maria Cristina Reyes De Los Santos

The UASD was the focal point of my genuine desire for self-improvement. I was pleased to see how it has changed for the better, and I hope that its authorities and students will always maintain it in the best possible condition.

Glennys Perez

I went to the vaccination clinic; everything was very well organized and the staff at the economics faculty were excellent. I really liked the facilities, the organization, the gardens, the spaciousness of the streets, etc.

Jean Rothschild Destin

The campus is really big and wide!! Wow, you won't believe me if you don't visit it one day!! Very large parking spaces, very secure, very clean and the most moving thing is the famous La Sirena supermarket opposite.

Yoshayra Amparo Leyba

A very good educational institution, with many programs for all tastes and world-renowned. Now expanding nationwide, providing opportunities for people who, for one reason or another, can't attend the capital city.

Francisco Antonio Alcalá Guerrero

It's a mess. A bottomless pit. During the quarantine, everyone was paid, and no student could take classes. Why, despite all the money the university receives, does it have an online platform that's useless?

Santos Manuel De la cruz

It's one of the best universities in the country. It gives the poor the opportunity to pursue a degree. Furthermore, because it's state-run and receives funding through the national budget, it's affordable.

Niseyeanna Colon

A good place if you're looking to move up the ladder, with a large area for outdoor recreation. Very good teachers and easy access to cheap or varied meals out, copy shops, stationery stores... all nearby.

Joan Guerrero

The best university in the country with the best professionals in every field. Like any institution, it has its ups and downs, but it continues to lose quality in the training of its professionals. …

Angel Disla

I missed the campus, but both virtual and in-person services are being offered, and it's worth noting that the service is more efficient than before, and COVID-19 prevention measures are being taken.

Ruben Mateo

The institution is very prestigious, and the quality of its teaching is undeniable. However, the service leaves much to be desired. Even so, I like the institution because of its years of experience.

Bersayder Mejía

The UASD has a very good reputation at the pedagogical level, but the charlatanism of some professors, as well as the constant strikes and class stoppages, make it difficult to advance in studies.

Lorena Eunice Sanchez Hidalgo

An excellent university, what it really lacks is organization and the enforcement of the institution's laws and regulations to end the injustice and mistreatment that students often receive.

Cristhian Lora

My beloved university, the oldest in the Americas. You who have been singled out by the hypocrisy and barbarity of those who offer their heads and place them on the platter of tyranny. …

willianerasmo mercedesmateo

Our old, even more outstanding University of the New World is very interesting. Everything is well-organized, the buildings are very fluid, and the buildings are extremely beautiful. …

Alba Iris De Jesús de jesus

I think that knowing each graduate brings family to the ceremony, they should provide more chairs. Yesterday it was a nightmare ?. Too hot, too few chairs, and only one screen. …

MarichalStudios (Arquitectura & Diseño)

East entrance to the UASD. Poor staffing. Only one of the access gates is open. Car traffic is not easy. The staff is pedantic and ineptly demeaning. There is no customer service.

Lord Tutiman

One of the best universities in the country, the problem is that it's very poorly managed and has many shortcomings that prevent it from raising its standards—a real shame. …

Luis Duran

One of the best University in the Dominican Republic, however it needs to separate politics from the learning system. It also needs to update its system from semester to quarter.

Yorkirys

My stomach turns just looking at that university. It's good, but the frustrated professors are very abusive. In this country, the less you have, the more they sink you.

Mariela Paulino

Delighted to see that good work can be done, but they need to be more careful with the restrooms. Just because it's public doesn't mean it has to be bad. Very good!

Teofilo Media TV

One of the first universities in America built by the Spanish upon their arrival, although it is said that Mexico has one certified as the first in the New World.

Jonathan ureña

It was good, this time I went to do a photo shoot @produccionesurena for a friend and because of the pandemic everything is very quiet and without many people

Martin Edmundo

An excellent university for those who truly desire to acquire knowledge, overshadowed by constant revolts, strikes, and riots over political differences. …

Anaima Feliz Acosta

Despite everything, it's an excellent university, especially for those who can't afford a private one. They've recently renovated some of the buildings.

Melvin Ortega

Historical Overview of the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo

The University of Santo Domingo was established by the Papal Bull In Apostolatus …

Jhon E. Diaz

Excellent! We hadn't had in-person classes for several years, and now we're back with even more enthusiasm to resume our undergraduate studies. …

Miguel Alberto Brito Soliman

It's an excellent university; it's very large, with diverse departments and faculties, and it's state-subsidized. It's very clean and organized.

Ariel R Villalona R

Very good, very large university. I got lost hahahaha I think it was better to move inside the vehicle because I got tired of being so big...

Luis Pena

My University Campus...my Alma Master...all I could made was for the glorious days I spent into their Classroom. Thanks, thanks, thanks...

Enmanuel montero fortunato

It is the oldest university in the Americas, founded on October 28, 1538, by a Papal Bull issued by Paul III, "In apostolus culmine." …

Yophier Rivera Hilario

The cradle of knowledge in the Dominican Republic, the first in America, I am currently training there, an excellent academy of study.

Tecno world

It's an excellent university, with its pros and cons.

Pros: A recreational and admirable environment with abundant trees and …

Scarlet Falette

Very few sections in some subjects, a person who works and only has one section in a work schedule, how can they finish.

Orivency Vargas

My experience as a student and graduate:

The problems in the Dominican Republic are not only that we don't have an …

Mayerin Marte

Where I received my education.

After years abroad working in my field, I value the strength of my university …

Manfred Cashman

It's not worth it; I suggest you go to a private school. At least you'll be able to complain and speak up.

Cesar Jiminian

The diversity of opinions among the faculty is one of the best things about UASD, in my opinion. …

Ronald Santana

Quality education maintains a peaceful environment for students, teachers, and the general public.

Juan Ramirez

Excellent service, very hygienic bathrooms, excellent signage, great cleanliness and decoration.

Keyra Fernandez

If you dedicate to learn the curriculum you will be among the best even across IVY schools.

Kai Feketefoldi

Need to learn something? I'm sure that if you ask anyone here, they'll know all about it!

kerolle wicheman

It 'a wonderful place to learn. Nice, quiet and amazing. I really really apreciate.

Patricia Torres Pineda

The only university in the country that teaches some careers like mine: biology.

Jamela de los Santos Concet

That seemed fine to me.

1. The administrative tower is open until 5:00 PM. …

Kelvin Osoria

It is an excellent institution of higher learning, but it is poorly managed.

Joseph D Tattoo

Nice university and everything but suddenly you can go into a strike.

Maria Luisa Fermín rodriguez

Good morning, I would like to inquire about the sexologist course.

manuel alberto landron jerez

Excellent facilities, very organized with an academic atmosphere.

Carmen Veloz

Excellent measures to prevent COVID-19 infections. Successes

laury celine milander polanco

Beautiful university, quite organized and friendly staff

Ruth AC

The worst university!!! And the teachers are even worse

TONY MATÍAS

THE PRIMADA AND THE FIRST
..476 YEARS OF FOUNDATION

Manuel De Jesus Mañana Santana

Auditor Manuel del Cabral of the Pedro Mir Library

Lorenzo Jimenez

It is an excellent institution of higher learning

REYNALDO ARIAS

As student this university system is the worst.

Yadhira Beatriz Mercedes Terrero

Our university, the first one in the new world

Yamilka Aquino

Does anyone have a WhatsApp number from there?

Eno Seraph

The number one in the caribean. Great

ONIS HERNANDEZ

The university is very nice.???? …

Miosotis Chalas

The best university in my country!

Gladys François

A beautiful and relaxing place

Leonelys Cuevas

It is an excellent university

Andrea Arráiz Alemán

Facilities in good condition.

Railin Henriquez Ruiz

very good place to study

alfredo eugenio alfonso

It is an excellence

MD Abdur Rahman

Govt application

Dawilka Arias

Nice experience.

Manuel De Los Santos

It was great

Arslan Malik

malik house

usman ulhaq

lovin it

Heidi Elizabeth Arache López

Bieeen.

leon campusano

Super

Med Robot

good

Marco

Nice

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