The Campus & Infrastructure

The Faculty of Medicine is located on the Moncloa Campus (Ciudad Universitaria), a sprawling academic district in northwest Madrid.

• Location: Plaza de Ramón y Cajal, s/n, 28040 Madrid, Spain.

• Campus Vibe: A vibrant, historic academic city. The campus is a hub of student life, featuring vast green spaces, sports facilities, and proximity to major research centers.

• Infrastructure & Facilities:

• Anatomy Museums: One of the most famous anatomical collections in Europe.

• Simulated Hospital: A high-tech simulation center for clinical training.

• Research Institutes: Direct links to the Complutense Veterinary Hospital and various biomedical research institutes.

Libraries: The Medicine Library is one of the largest specialized medical libraries in Spain, offering extensive digital and physical resources.

Healthcare Pillar: Major Teaching Hospitals

UCM’s clinical training is powered by a network of Madrid’s most famous public "University Hospitals." These are massive tertiary care centers that handle the highest volume of patients in the country.

• Primary Teaching Hospitals:

• Hospital Clínico San Carlos (Located right on the Moncloa campus).

• Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón.

• Hospital Universitario Doce de Octubre.

• Hospital Central de la Defensa "Gómez Ulla".

• Hospital Universitario Infanta Leonor.

Educational Engine: Students are divided into clinical teaching units across these hospitals starting in their 3rd year. This ensures exposure to a vast range of clinical cases and cutting-edge medical technology.

Fee Structure and Costs (Estimated 2025/2026)

As a public university, fees for EU citizens are heavily subsidized. For international (Non-EU) students, rates are higher but remain competitive compared to private institutions.

Disclaimer: Tuition is calculated per ECTS credit. Successive registrations (retaking a subject) significantly increase the price per credit.

Campus Living: Hostel & Mess Info

• Accommodation (Hostel):

• Colegios Mayores: UCM operates several traditional "University Colleges" (e.g., Diego de Covarrubias, Antonio de Nebrija) which provide full room and board.

• Halls of Residence: More modern apartment-style living is available through the Accommodation Office (VICU).

• Shared Flats: Most medical students rent shared apartments in the Moncloa or Argüelles neighborhoods for easy walking access to the faculty.

• Dining (Mess):

• Faculty Canteens: The Faculty of Medicine has its own canteen offering the "Menú del Día" for approximately €6.50 – €8.00.

• Campus Cafeterias: Dozens of affordable student-focused bars and cafeterias are scattered across Ciudad Universitaria.

Admissions Process (2025/2026)

Admission to Medicine at UCM is extremely difficult due to the very high demand.

1. Entrance Exam (EBAU/EvAU): Students must take the Spanish university entrance exam.

2. Cut-off Grade: The "Nota de Corte" for Medicine at UCM is typically one of the highest in Spain (often above 13.3 out of 14.0).

3. Language Requirement: International students must prove a B2 level in Spanish (DELE or SIELE) as the course is taught entirely in Spanish.

4. UNEDasiss: Non-Spanish diploma holders must process their grades through UNEDasiss to calculate their Spanish equivalence and take specific PCE exams (Biology, Chemistry) to boost their score.

Information for NRI / Foreign Nationals