Universidad Hispanoamericana

UH is famous for its investment in "High-Fidelity Clinical Simulation," which allows students to bridge the gap between theory and hospital wards.

• Clinical Simulation Center: A cutting-edge facility featuring high-fidelity mannequins that mimic human physiological responses. It includes simulated operating rooms, labor and delivery suites, and emergency rooms.
• Anatomy & Pathology Labs: Features traditional dissection facilities alongside modern 3D digital imaging tools to study human anatomy.
• Maersk-Standard Facilities: The university recently upgraded several labs to include state-of-the-art biochemistry and microbiology equipment.
• Library & E-Resources: Extensive physical and digital libraries with access to international databases like ClinicalKey and Hinari.
• Multiple Campuses: Besides the medical focus in San José, UH has campuses in Heredia, Tibás, Puntarenas, and Grecia, allowing for regional health rotations.

Students at UH gain experience in both the public and private sectors of Costa Rica’s world-class healthcare system.

• CCSS Agreements: Like other top schools in the country, UH has agreements with the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS), allowing students to rotate through major public hospitals like Hospital San Juan de Dios and Hospital México.
• EBAIS Training: A unique focus on primary care allows students to work with Equipos Básicos de Atención Integral en Salud (EBAIS), providing door-to-door community healthcare.
• Private Sector: Opportunities for rotations and observations at elite private facilities like Clínica Bíblica and Hospital CIMA.

UH operates on a trimester system. Prices are competitive for the region but vary based on the number of credits.

Scholarships

• Merit-Based Waivers: Partial tuition discounts for students maintaining a high cumulative GPA.
• Cintana/International Alliances: As part of broader academic networks, students may access exchange grants or specialized research funding.
• "Salto a la UH": A program designed to help transferring students integrate with financial credits or reduced initial fees.

• The Vibe: San José is a historic yet modern city. The Aranjuez campus is located in a leafy, cultural district near the National Museum and several parks.
• Climate: Mild tropical weather (18°C–25°C) year-round.
• Connectivity:
• Air: Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is roughly 30 minutes away.
• Transport: Centralized bus hubs and a nearby train station connect the campus to Heredia, Alajuela, and Cartago.

• Accommodation: The university does not offer on-campus dorms. However, the Aranjuez/Escalante area is a popular student district with numerous private "Pensiones" and shared apartments.
• Dining: Several on-campus cafeterias serve traditional "Casados" (Costa Rican meals). Barrio Escalante is also the gastronomic capital of San José, filled with cafes and restaurants.
• Culture: A diverse student body with a high number of international participants in the "Healthcare in Costa Rica" exchange programs.
• Safe Zone: The campus areas are generally safe, well-patrolled, and very pedestrian-friendly.

• Academic Philosophy: "Lo nuestro es la excelencia" (Ours is excellence), emphasizing clinical skill-building from the very first year.
• Global Pathway: The university is very supportive of students aiming for the USMLE, providing resources for those looking to practice in the United States.