The Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat (FMPR), part of Mohammed V University (UM5), is the oldest and most prestigious public medical school in Morocco. Established in 1962, it is the primary training ground for the country’s healthcare leaders and is recognized for its academic rigor and its connection to the largest hospital complex in the Maghreb.
Established: 1962.
Location: Avenue Mohamed Belarbi El Alaoui, Madinat Al Irfane, Rabat.
Programs: * Doctor of Medicine (MD): 6-year program.
Doctor of Pharmacy: 6-year program.
Language of Instruction: French.
Critical Note: Fluency in French is mandatory. While international students are welcomed, they must be comfortable with medical terminology in French and basic Moroccan Arabic for clinical practice.
Accreditation: State-recognized and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS). Degrees are recognized globally through standard equivalence procedures.
Location: Situated in the "Madinat Al Irfane" university district, a dedicated academic city within Rabat.
Infrastructure: Features historic lecture halls alongside modern digital laboratories and a vast medical library.
Simulation Center: The faculty recently inaugurated high-tech clinical simulation spaces where students use robotic mannequins to master emergency procedures and surgical skills before entering the wards.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
The faculty is legendary for its clinical exposure, being integrated with the Ibn Sina University Hospital Center (CHU Ibn Sina).
Scope: CHU Ibn Sina is a massive complex of 10 specialized hospitals (including the famous Avicenne Hospital and Children's Hospital).
Experience: Students encounter an extremely high volume of diverse cases, from trauma and infectious diseases to advanced oncology and neurosurgery.
Mohammed VI Hospital Complex: A new, ultra-modern hospital complex (capacity of 1,000+ beds) has recently been integrated into the Rabat network, providing students with access to robotic surgery and the latest diagnostic technology.
State University Affordability
As a public university, the cost varies significantly based on how you apply:
Moroccan Students: Tuition is free. There are only symbolic administrative fees (approx. 500 MAD).
International Students (AMCI Quota): Most international students (especially from Africa and the Middle East) apply through the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI). If admitted through this government scholarship, tuition is free, and you may receive a monthly stipend.
Direct International Enrollment: For students not under the AMCI quota, fees are roughly 10,000 to 20,000 MAD per year ($1,000 – $2,000 USD), which remains highly affordable compared to private options.
Vibe: The capital city of Morocco; safe, clean, and organized. It is often described as a "Green City" due to its many parks and boulevards.
Transport: Excellent Tramway system (Line 1 serves Madinat Al Irfane directly). Monthly student passes are very cheap (approx. 150 MAD).
Cost of Living: Higher than Fès or Marrakech but cheaper than Casablanca. Total monthly living budget: 4,000 – 6,000 MAD ($400 – $600 USD).
Cité Universitaire (Public Hostels): Located in Madinat Al Irfane.
Cost: Extremely low (approx. 400 MAD/year), but competition is very high.
Souissi II & Souissi III Residences: Modern public-private student residences nearby.
Cost: 1,000 – 1,800 MAD per month ($100 – $180 USD).
Dining: * University Canteen: Subsidized meals are available for just a few Dirhams.
Self-Catering: A food budget of 1,500 – 2,500 MAD/month is standard in Rabat.
For Moroccans: Selection is based on Baccalaureate grades (Seuil/Cut-off) followed by the National Common Entrance Exam (Concours) in July.
For International Students: 1. Apply via AMCI in your home country (deadlines are usually in June/July). 2. Provide a legalized copy of your High School Diploma (Science stream). 3. A strong GPA is required (usually "Mention Bien" or higher).
NEET (For Indians): Mandatory if you intend to return to India to appear for the NExT/FMGE exam.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus