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Colombia offers a growing medical education landscape for Indian students seeking affordable and high-quality MBBS abroad options. With 59 verified institutions, the country provides English-taught programs recognized by the NMC, allowing graduates to pursue licensure in India through the FMGE exam.

Colombia offers a growing medical education landscape for Indian students seeking affordable and high-quality MBBS abroad options. With 59 verified institutions, the country provides English-taught programs recognized by the NMC, allowing graduates to pursue licensure in India through the FMGE exam.

Colombia has emerged as an attractive destination for Indian students pursuing MBBS abroad due to its modern healthcare infrastructure and internationally accredited medical schools. The country's medical education system aligns with global standards, offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical clinical exposure. With 59 verified colleges providing English-medium programs, students benefit from a multicultural environment and affordable tuition costs compared to Western countries.

The curriculum in Colombian medical universities typically spans six years, combining classroom instruction with hospital rotations across diverse healthcare settings. Graduates receive a recognized medical degree that qualifies them to appear for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) in India. The country's strategic location in South America also provides students with unique cultural and professional experiences while maintaining educational quality through strict accreditation protocols.

Key highlights

  • 59 verified MBBS colleges offering English-taught programs recognized by NMC
  • Six-year comprehensive curriculum including clinical training in modern hospitals
  • Affordable tuition fees ranging from $3,000 to $6,000 annually for international students
  • Growing medical tourism hub with advanced healthcare facilities and research opportunities
  • FMGE-eligible graduates can pursue postgraduate studies in India after clearing licensing exams

Frequently asked questions

Is MBBS in Colombia recognized in India?

Yes, medical degrees from NMC-recognized Colombian universities are valid for practice in India. Graduates must clear the FMGE exam to obtain registration.

What is the medium of instruction for MBBS in Colombia?

Most verified colleges offer English-taught programs specifically designed for international students, though some may require basic Spanish proficiency for clinical interactions.

How long does the MBBS program take in Colombia?

The standard MBBS program lasts six years, including theoretical studies and mandatory clinical rotations in affiliated hospitals.

Are there scholarship opportunities for Indian students?

While limited, some universities offer merit-based scholarships covering 20-40% of tuition fees. Students should check individual institutional websites for current offers.

Guide updated Jul 23, 2026 · Verified WDOMS data on TrustMBBS

About Colombia

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Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a country located in South America, with insular regions in North America. Colombia's mainland is bordered by the Caribbean Sea to the north, Venezuela to the east, Brazil to the southeast, Peru and Ecuador to the south and southwest, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and Panama to the northwest. Colombia is divided into 32 departments. The Capital District of Bogotá is…

Capital
Bogotá
Population
53.06M
Region
Americas

Currency: Colombian peso ($)

Dialing code: +57

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  • Tourism in Colombia

    Tourism in Colombia contributed to 2% of the country's GDP (US$5,880 billion) and 2.5% of total employment (556,135 jobs) in 2016. Foreign tourist visits

  • World Tourism rankings

    The World Tourism rankings are compiled by the United Nations's World Tourism Organization as part of their World Tourism Barometer publication, which

  • Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (Colombia)

    Industry and Tourism (Spanish: Ministerio de Comercio, Industria y Turismo) or MCIT, is the national executive ministry of the Government of Colombia concerned

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Location map of the pre-Columbian cultures of Colombia
Location map of the pre-Columbian cultures of Colombia
Vasco Núñez de Balboa, founder of Santa María la Antigua del Darién, the first stable European settlement on the continent
Vasco Núñez de Balboa, founder of Santa María la Antigua del Darién, the first stable European settlement on the continent
An illustration of the Battle of Cartagena de Indias, a major Spanish victory in the War of Jenkins' Ear[79]
An illustration of the Battle of Cartagena de Indias, a major Spanish victory in the War of Jenkins' Ear[79]
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Map of the Viceroyalty of New Granada
The departments of Gran Colombia in 1824
The departments of Gran Colombia in 1824

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✈️ Before you fly to Colombia

The checks that separate a safe admission from a scam. Do them yourself — not through the agent.

Before paying anyone

  • College is in the World Directory of Medical Schools (every college page here shows its WDOMS ID).
  • Offer letter confirmed by email from the university's own domain.
  • Fee structure in writing; tuition paid only to the university's bank account, receipt on university letterhead.
  • Agent/consultancy name checked on Check before you pay.
  • Originals stay with you — copies only.

Documents & money

  • Passport valid 18+ months; visa; 6–8 passport photos; attested school-leaving certificates; your entrance-exam result if your home regulator requires one (NEET, MDCAT, etc.); medical certificate; police clearance if required.
  • Confirmation that this university is accepted by your own country's medical regulator — the list differs for India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, Malaysia and others.
  • Money on a forex card plus a little cash — never large cash handed to anyone "for the university".
  • Travel + health insurance that covers Colombia; a copy of every document in your email.

Landing safely

  • Know who is meeting you and confirm it with the university or a verified student — not only the agent.
  • See the hostel before paying a deposit; ask a current student whether it's the real one.
  • Register with your country's embassy or consulate after arrival (many run a student portal); save its emergency number — stranded students in the cases we've published got out through their embassy.
  • Local SIM, bank account, and the campus map in your first week — a senior can do this with you in an afternoon.
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All verified MBBS colleges in Colombia

Universities from this country listed in our WDOMS-backed directory.

# College name City
1 Corporación Universitaria Empresarial Alexander von Humboldt Armenia
2 Corporación Universitaria Rafael Núñez Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cartagena
3 Corporación Universitaria Remington Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Medellin
4 Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud (FUCS) Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
5 Fundación Universitaria Juan N. Corpas Bogotá
6 Fundación Universitaria Navarra (UniNavarra) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud y Ciencias Básicas Neiva
7 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Bogotá Bogotá
8 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Cali Cali
9 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Pasto Pasto
10 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Puerto Colombia Puerto Colombia
11 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Sabaneta Sabaneta
12 Fundación Universitaria Sanitas Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
13 Institución Universitaria Visión de las Américas Pereira
14 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogotá Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
15 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cali
16 Unidad Central del Valle del Cauca Facultad Ciencias de la Salud Tuluá
17 Universidad Antonio Nariño Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
18 Universidad Autónoma de Bucaramanga Facultad de Medicina Bucaramanga
19 Universidad CES Escuela de Medicina Medellin
20 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Escuela de Medicina, Medellin Medellin
21 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Santa Marta Santa Marta
22 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Facultad de Medicina, Pasto Pasto
23 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Facultad de Medicina, Villavicencio Villavicencio
24 Universidad de Antioquia Facultad de Medicina Medellin
25 Universidad de Boyacá Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Tunja
26 Universidad de Caldas Facultad de Ciencias para la Salud Manizales
27 Universidad de Cartagena Facultad de Medicina Cartagena
28 Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales Facultad de Ciencias Médicas Bogotá
29 Universidad de la Sabana Facultad de Medicina Chia
30 Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina (Colombia) Bogotá
31 Universidad de Manizales Campo de Ciencias de la Salud Manizales
32 Universidad de Nariño Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Pasto
33 Universidad de Pamplona Facultad de Salud Pamplona
34 Universidad de Santander (UDES) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Bucaramanga
35 Universidad de Sucre Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Sincelejo
36 Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Popayan
37 Universidad del Magdalena Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Santa Marta
38 Universidad del Norte Programa de Medicina Barranquilla
39 Universidad del Quindío Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Armenia
40 Universidad del Rosario Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud Bogotá
41 Universidad del Sinú Elias Bechara Zainúm Escuela de Medicina Cartagena Cartagena
42 Universidad del Sinú Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Montería Monteria
43 Universidad del Tolima Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Ibague
44 Universidad del Valle Escuela de Medicina, Cali Cali
45 Universidad El Bosque Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
46 Universidad ICESI Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cali
47 Universidad Industrial de Santander Escuela de Medicina Bucaramanga
48 Universidad Libre de Cali Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cali
49 Universidad Libre de Colombia Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Barranquilla
50 Universidad Metropolitana Programa de Medicina Barranquilla
51 Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
52 Universidad Nacional de Colombia Facultad de Medicina Bogotá
53 Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Tunja
54 Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana Facultad de Medicina Medellin
55 Universidad Santiago de Cali Facultad de Salud, Campus Palmira Palmira
56 Universidad Santiago de Cali Facultad de Salud, Campus Pampalinda Cali
57 Universidad Simón Bolívar Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Barranquilla
58 Universidad Surcolombiana Facultad de la Salud Neiva
59 Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Pereira

🛡️ Safety & expenses in Colombia

We don't publish a made-up "safety score" — official sources and real verification beat a number nobody can audit. Here's what to actually check.

🚨 Emergency numbers

Search "Colombia emergency number" on arrival and save it — we don't have a verified number for this country yet.

Also save your home country's nearest embassy or consulate contact number before you fly, and register with them if your country offers it (e.g. India's MADAD portal, the UK's FCDO registration).

🧭 Before you go

  • Check your home government's official travel advisory for Colombia — search it here rather than trust a consultancy's summary of it.
  • Keep scanned copies of your passport, visa, and admission letter in cloud storage, separate from the originals.
  • Get travel/health insurance that explicitly covers the country and duration of your course.
  • Learn the area around your campus and hostel in daylight before relying on it at night.
  • Avoid unlicensed taxis or "guides" who approach you at the airport — arrange pickup through the university where possible.

💰 Verify these expenses yourself

We don't publish estimated costs here — they date quickly and vary by city and lifestyle. Before you commit money, get these in writing directly from the university, not only from an agent:

  • Full multi-year tuition, and whether it can increase year to year
  • Hostel/accommodation fees and what's included (food, utilities, wifi)
  • One-time costs: visa, admission/registration fees, health checks
  • Approximate flight cost for your route and how often you'd realistically travel home
  • Health insurance premium required for your visa or enrollment

🔎 Most Searched Medical Colleges in Colombia

The college pages for Colombia that people reach from Google most often (Search Console, past 16 months). Being searched for is not the same as being recognised: open each page and check the regulator status, fees and stories before you pay anyone.

⭐ Most Reviewed Colleges in Colombia

Colleges with the most student reviews from this country.

# College Name City Rating Reviews
1 Universidad del Magdalena Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Santa Marta 4.8 ⭐ 110
2 Universidad de la Sabana Facultad de Medicina Chia 4.8 ⭐ 110
3 Universidad ICESI Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cali 4.8 ⭐ 110
4 Universidad del Norte Programa de Medicina Barranquilla 4.8 ⭐ 110
5 Universidad Santiago de Cali Facultad de Salud, Campus Pampalinda Cali 4.6 ⭐ 109
6 Universidad de Santander (UDES) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Bucaramanga 4.7 ⭐ 108
7 Universidad del Tolima Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Ibague 4.7 ⭐ 107
8 Universidad de Manizales Campo de Ciencias de la Salud Manizales 4.8 ⭐ 106
9 Universidad El Bosque Facultad de Medicina Bogotá 4.6 ⭐ 106
10 Universidad CES Escuela de Medicina Medellin 4.8 ⭐ 104
11 Universidad del Sinú Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Montería Monteria 4.4 ⭐ 100
12 Universidad Libre de Cali Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cali 4.5 ⭐ 86
13 Universidad Metropolitana Programa de Medicina Barranquilla 4.5 ⭐ 76
14 Universidad del Rosario Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud Bogotá 4.8 ⭐ 74
15 Universidad de Boyacá Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Tunja 4.3 ⭐ 68
16 Universidad Antonio Nariño Facultad de Medicina Bogotá 4.6 ⭐ 62
17 Universidad Santiago de Cali Facultad de Salud, Campus Palmira Palmira 4.6 ⭐ 55
18 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Bogotá Bogotá 4.3 ⭐ 54
19 Fundación Universitaria de Ciencias de la Salud (FUCS) Facultad de Medicina Bogotá 4.5 ⭐ 46
20 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Santa Marta Santa Marta 4.6 ⭐ 43
21 Universidad Industrial de Santander Escuela de Medicina Bucaramanga 4.8 ⭐ 38
22 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Escuela de Medicina, Medellin Medellin 4.8 ⭐ 36
23 Fundación Universitaria Sanitas Facultad de Medicina Bogotá 4.7 ⭐ 32
24 Universidad Libre de Colombia Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Barranquilla 4.5 ⭐ 27
25 Fundación Universitaria Navarra (UniNavarra) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud y Ciencias Básicas Neiva 4.2 ⭐ 23
26 Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales Facultad de Ciencias Médicas Bogotá 4.7 ⭐ 21
27 Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Tunja 4.7 ⭐ 15
28 Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina Bogotá 4.8 ⭐ 11
29 Universidad Autónoma de Bucaramanga Facultad de Medicina Bucaramanga 4.6 ⭐ 5
30 Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina (Colombia) Bogotá 4.6 ⭐ 5
31 Corporación Universitaria Rafael Núñez Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cartagena 4.4 ⭐ 5
32 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Facultad de Medicina, Villavicencio Villavicencio 4.8 ⭐ 2
33 Corporación Universitaria Empresarial Alexander von Humboldt Armenia 4.7 ⭐ 2
34 Universidad del Valle Escuela de Medicina, Cali Cali — 1
35 Fundación Universitaria Juan N. Corpas Bogotá — 1
36 Universidad de Antioquia Facultad de Medicina Medellin — 1
37 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Sabaneta Sabaneta — 1
38 Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Popayan — 1
39 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Puerto Colombia Puerto Colombia — 1
40 Unidad Central del Valle del Cauca Facultad Ciencias de la Salud Tuluá — 1
41 Universidad de Sucre Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Sincelejo — 1
42 Corporación Universitaria Remington Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Medellin — 1
43 Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia Facultad de Medicina, Pasto Pasto — 1
44 Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana Facultad de Medicina Medellin — 1
45 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Pasto Pasto — 1
46 Universidad del Sinú Elias Bechara Zainúm Escuela de Medicina Cartagena Cartagena — 1
47 Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Cali — 1
48 Fundación Universitaria San Martín Facultad de Medicina Cali Cali — 1
49 Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud Pereira — 1
50 Universidad de Cartagena Facultad de Medicina Cartagena — 1

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📝 Longest student reviews from Colombia

Top 10 detailed reviews shared by students, along with the universities they belong to.

Universidad CES Escuela de Medicina

Victoria Sierra
It's a good university, but although the parking has improved, it's insufficient as the university continues to grow. As for the food areas, it's simply shameful that a university founded to train people in the health sciences has such a poor, not to say terrible, food selection; it's a clear example of the country's inconsistencies.

Universidad de Boyacá Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

David Arturo Mendoza
At an educational level, this university has a long way to go. Unfortunately, more is invested in advertising than in research. The university's facilities are good, the new building is very modern, and the teaching staff in some programs is very good, except in some cases where recent graduates are hired. It needs more green spaces.

Universidad de la Sabana Facultad de Medicina

Lollipop Riv
The university campus is large, spacious, and full of green areas. The architecture of the buildings is very beautiful and sophisticated. I must say I got lost on my first day, but the people are very friendly and help you find your way. The cafeteria is cozy, and the food is good. I had no problems arriving by bus from Bogotá.

Universidad del Magdalena Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Fabian Peña
A public university with great qualities. It has a very spacious campus filled with green areas. These spaces strengthen learning with technology, and it also has an excellent teaching staff. The administration is very empathetic with the student body, most of whom are from the entire department of Magdalena and its rural areas.

Universidad Santiago de Cali Facultad de Salud, Campus Palmira

Lina Gabriela
I didn't have a direct connection to the university, but I have been to the Palmira campus facilities on several occasions, and they are very comprehensive. I took the ICFES exam there twice, participated in seminars, completed theoretical practical training for nursing assistants, and attended events in the auditorium as well.

Universidad del Norte Programa de Medicina

Treisy Johana Pérez Bustamante
It's large, has several entrances, there are people who guide you, it has many blocks, it has an innovation lab, it has bookstores, miscellaneous stores, cafeterias, bathrooms, it has security, parking, alumni can enter the institution just by presenting their identity document, some students are beneficiaries of scholarships.

Universidad El Bosque Facultad de Medicina

Andres Millan
It's a very comprehensive university with facilities well-suited to the various professional programs they offer. Unfortunately, there's a lot of red tape involved in certain processes, but overall, the staff is very attentive and helpful. There's parking available on campus, and the different buildings are easily accessible.

Universidad Libre de Cali Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Ana maria Soto
It's very large, even though it doesn't seem so. It's built on a mountain, so there are many steps within the university. You'll always have to climb or descend steps wherever you want to go. Its classrooms are well-equipped with technological implementations that improve lecture delivery, and they're also air-conditioned.

Fundación Universitaria Sanitas Facultad de Medicina

Kike Colombia Rodriguez
The campus is located at 170th Street and 8th Avenue. During rush hour, traffic is terrible on that street, both in the morning and afternoon; you need to be patient while driving. The university campus is very clean and spacious, with good facilities, on-site parking, private security, and green areas. It's a nice place.

Universidad del Tolima Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

Caren Urbina
It doesn't deserve even one star. I can't believe this university gives certain privileges to students from Ibagué and not to students from other cities or municipalities, who sometimes do deserve to be admitted. What a lack of equality and a bad investment when buying the PIN, because the university even looks run down.

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