Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odonto-Stomatologie (FMPOS)

Dakar - Senegal
Abroad

General Information

The Faculté de Médecine, de Pharmacie et d'Odonto-Stomatologie (FMPOS) at the Université Cheikh Anta Diop (UCAD) is the most prestigious and oldest medical faculty in French-speaking West Africa. Founded in 1918 (as the Dakar School of Medicine), it serves as a regional center of excellence, training students from across the African continent and beyond.

General Info

  • Established: 1918 (Faculty status in 1949).

  • Location: Avenue Cheikh Anta Diop, Fann, Dakar, Senegal.

  • Degree Awarded: Diplôme d'État de Docteur en Médecine (Doctor of Medicine).

  • Duration: 8 Years (including residency/thesis).

  • Language: French (strict proficiency required).

  • Accreditation: Recognized by the WHO (WDOMS) and CAMES. It is a major hub for the USMLE and PLAB aspirants in West Africa.

Campus Facilities

  • Historical Prestige: UCAD is often ranked as the top university in Francophone Africa. The medical faculty is its "crown jewel," known for its rigorous standards.

  • International Hub: Roughly 25-30% of the medical students are international, primarily from other African nations, though it attracts students globally due to its low costs and high reputation.

  • Research: Home to world-class departments in Parasitology-Mycology and Infectious Diseases, playing a key role in global research on Malaria and Ebola.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • CHNU Fann (Fann National University Hospital): Located adjacent to the campus, it is a primary site for neurology and infectious diseases.

  • Hôpital Aristide Le Dantec: One of the oldest and largest referral hospitals in Senegal, offering intensive surgical and internal medicine rotations.

  • SMUR/Emergency Care: Students receive training in one of the most advanced emergency response systems in West Africa.

  • Rural Stages: A unique component of the curriculum involves community health rotations in rural Senegal to understand primary healthcare in resource-limited settings.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Tuition at UCAD is heavily subsidized by the Senegalese government, making it incredibly affordable compared to private institutions.

    CategoryAnnual Registration Fee
    Senegalese & Moroccan (Scholarship)25,000 – 75,000 FCFA (~$40 – $120)
    UEMOA International Students~300,000 FCFA (~$500)
    Non-UEMOA/Global International1,000,000 – 1,500,000 FCFA (~$1,650 – $2,500)


    • Payment: Fees are typically paid in full at the start of the academic year.

    City Details

  • Vibe: A vibrant, bustling peninsula city surrounded by the Atlantic. It is the cultural and political "Paris of Africa."

  • Safety: Generally safe, but be cautious in crowded areas (Sandaga Market) and avoid walking alone on beaches at night.

  • Connectivity: Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) is the main hub, connected to the city via a 45-minute toll highway.

    • Hostel & Mess

  • Campus Housing (COUD): Living in the "Cité" (campus dorms) is iconic but extremely crowded.

    • Cost: Approx. $10 – $20 USD/month. Spots are awarded based on merit and distance from home.

  • Private Housing: Most international students rent in nearby neighborhoods like Fann-Hock, Gueule Tapée, or Point E.

    • Shared Studio: $200 – $400 USD/month.

  • Living Budget: Dakar is the most expensive city in West Africa. Expect to spend $400 – $600 USD/month for a comfortable student lifestyle.

    • Miscellaneous

    • Academic: High School Baccalaureate (S1 or S2 series) with honors.

    • Selection Process:

      • International Students: Applications must be submitted through your home country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs/Embassy in Dakar.

      • Direct Entry: Very rare for medicine; usually requires a bilateral government agreement.

    • Age Limit: Often restricted to candidates under 22 years old for the first year of medicine.

    • Timeline: Registration files are usually due by September 10 for the October intake.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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