Universidad de la Integración de las Américas (UNIDA)

The Asunción campus is one of the most technologically advanced in the country.

• Faculty of Health Sciences: This is the largest department at UNIDA, focusing on Medicine, Nursing, and Kinesiology.

• High-Tech Infrastructure: * Clinical Simulation Center: Features advanced robotic mannequins and simulated emergency rooms for realistic training.

  • Digital Anatomy: Uses the Anatomage Table (3D virtual dissection) alongside traditional labs with real specimens.

• Virtual Learning: UNIDA uses powerful platforms like Blackboard and specialized medical software to complement physical classroom learning.

UNIDA provides excellent clinical exposure through its diverse network of agreements.

• Clinical Rotations: Students begin hospital-based learning in the 5th or 6th semester.

• Major Affiliations:

  • Military Central Hospital (Asunción): One of the city’s major referral hospitals.

  • Public Hospitals: Agreements with the Ministry of Health (MSPyBS) for rotations in regional and maternal-child hospitals.

  • Private Clinics: Partnerships with renowned private medical centers like Sanatorio San Roque and Sanatorio Migone for specialized rotations.

UNIDA is considered a mid-to-high tier university. Fees are generally stable but can vary slightly by semester.

• Enrollment Fee (Matrícula): Approx. $200 – $350 USD (Per semester).

• Monthly Tuition: Approx. $250 – $400 USD (Roughly 1.8M to 3.0M Gs).

• Total Annual Estimate: Roughly $3,500 – $5,200 USD.

• International Fees: Fees are generally the same for international students, with some administrative charges for document processing.

• Safe Neighborhood: The campus is located on Av. Venezuela, a safe and well-connected part of the city. It is near the upscale Villa Morra district.

• Lifestyle: As the capital, students have access to the best libraries, research centers, and international entertainment (malls, cinemas, and parks).

• Transportation: Very accessible by public buses and taxi apps like Bolt. Most hospitals for rotations are within a 15–20 minute drive.

• NRI Admissions: There is no "Management Quota." Admission is based on completing secondary education and providing legalized documents.

• Indian Student Requirements: * NEET: Must be qualified for registration with the NMC in India.

  • Documentation: High school certificates must be Apostilled.

• Global Eligibility: The Medicine degree (MD/Médico) allows you to sit for the USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), and NEXT (India) once you complete the degree and local registration.