About The University
Established in 1946, Southwestern University is a private university located in Cebu City. The University first started as a college by Matias and Anunciacion Aznar and then was awarded the university title in the year 1959. The Southwestern University Phinma operates the Sacred Heart Hospital, making it the most popular destination for medical education in the Philippines.
Faculty
- Faculty of General Medicine
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Pre-Medicine
- Faculty of Optometry
- Faculty of Health and Allied Health Sciences
Country-at-a-Glance
In the Philippines, MBBS is a combination of BS; Bachelor of Surgery and MD; Doctor of Medicine. Most top-rated universities of the Philippines possess magnificent infrastructure. The universities in the country serve students with the best faculty consisting of renowned doctors and experienced scientists.
Fee Structure 2021-2022
The Southwestern University offers a 5-year MBBS course within an affordable fee structure. The university intakes the complete fee in 10 installments. The total tuition fee for the complete 5 years is approximately Rs. 21lakhs. The complete hostel fee for the entire course would be Rs. 9lakhs. The detail fee structure is available on the official website of the Southwestern University.
Cost of Studying Medicine in the Philippines
The Philippines has a highly affordable cost of living which is around Rs. 1200-1500 per month. Even the fee structure provided is very reasonable costing up to 2.5lakhs to 6lakhs INR per year. The system of educational standards in the Philippines is globally acclaimed and based on the US curriculum.
Accreditation and Recognitions
- NMC (National Medical Commission)
- WHO (World Health Organization)
- FAIMER
- The US Department of Education
- The General Medical Council of Britain
- ECFMG
- IMED
- World Directory of Medical Schools
How to Apply
Following are the steps for the student to get admitted to the Southwestern University:
- Fill the application form provided online.
- Submit necessary documents via email.
- Receive the admission letter.
- Pay the registration fees
- The University will issue the official invitation letter.
- Apply for Student Visa
The following documents are to be submitted during the admission process:
- Filled Admission From
- Copy of the transcripts of 10th and 12th
- Copy of NEET results
- Bank Statements of almost 6 months
- Passport
- Medical Certification of Physical Fitness
- 6 Photographs