Universidad FASTA Facultad de Ciencias Médicas

FASTA is noted for its early adoption of advanced simulation technology in the Buenos Aires province.

• Clinical Simulation Center: Features high-fidelity adult and pediatric mannequins, an ICU simulation room, and gynecological exam models.
• Dental Simulation Center: Equipped with 5 double modules and 10 workstations that mimic a patient in a dental chair.
• Anatomy & Histology Labs: Modern facilities for morphological studies, including a microscopy room and a specialized morgue for anatomical preparations.
• Teamwork Classrooms: Specifically designed for collaborative learning, equipped with mobile labs and notebook integration.
• Microscopy Suite: Used for cellular and tissue analysis across various degree paths.
• Chemical-Physics & Animal Lab: Specialized research facilities for foundational sciences.
• 360° Virtual Tour: The faculty offers a digital tour of its high-tech facilities for prospective students.
• Digital Library: Provides access to specialized medical databases and academic repositories.
• Sede San Vicente de Paúl: A secondary site (Gascón 3145) housing the rectorate and administrative support.
• Student Services Hub: Provides academic counseling, international mobility support, and residency guidance.

The university maintains a "collaborative teaching" model through strong inter-institutional agreements.

• Clínica y Maternidad Colón: A primary clinical partner where students engage in high-complexity medical and maternity rotations.
• Public Hospital Network: Rotations through local public hospitals in Mar del Plata for diverse clinical exposure.
• University Dental Center: The first of its kind in Mar del Plata, providing students with on-site clinical practice in dentistry.
• Unit Pediátrica Güemes: Affiliated site for specialized pediatric and adolescent dental/medical training.

Fees for the cycle reflect the high-tech nature of the program and are adjusted periodically.

Scholarship

• Academic Merit Scholarships: Up to a 30% discount for Medicine and Odontología for high-achieving students.
• Flag Bearer Scholarship: 75% discount for students who were Argentine National Flag bearers in secondary school.
• Internal School Discount: Graduates from Colegio FASTA San Vicente de Paul receive significant tuition benefits (up to 85% for certain careers).
• Sibling/Family Discounts: Reductions for families with multiple members enrolled at the university.

• The Vibe: Mar del Plata is Argentina's premier coastal city, offering a mix of urban life and beach-side recreation.
• Connectivity:
• Local: Well-served by local buses (Colectivos) connecting the campus to the city center and beaches.
• Regional: The city has its own airport (MDQ) and a major train/bus terminal connecting to Buenos Aires.
• Safety: The academic areas around Avellaneda street are generally secure and well-trafficked by students.

• Accommodation: No on-site dorms. Students typically find private rentals near Avellaneda 3341 or in the La Perla area.
• Vibe: Professional, community-oriented, and religious. Mar del Plata is a major tourist city, so the vibe is vibrant in summer and academic in winter.
• International Vibe: FASTA has active exchange programs, and its MDs are increasingly recognized for practice in the USA.
• Dining: Subsidized student menus are often available through university-affiliated cafes and local eateries in the university district.

• Admission Process: Highly selective. Students must complete a 3-month Curso de Ingreso (Entrance Course) focusing on core sciences.
• Hybrid Options: The entrance course offers a hybrid modality (partially virtual/partially on-site) for students not residing in Mar del Plata.
• Language Requirement: International students must provide a Spanish proficiency certificate (e.g., DELE/SIELE) as clinical interaction starts early.
• English Accreditation: The university offers Linguaskill exams for students needing to certify their English levels for international mobility.