Universidad Internacional Tres Fronteras (UNINTER) is a premier private university in Paraguay, strategically located at the "Triple Frontier" (where Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina meet).
Established: Founded in 2003, it has grown into a major academic hub in South America.
Accreditation: Fully recognized by the National Council of Higher Education (CONES) and the Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC).
Admission Policy: There is no entrance exam (Vestibular). Admission is direct, making it a stress-free process for international students.
International Recognition: The medical program is designed according to Mercosur standards, ensuring high success rates for students appearing for licensing exams like the Revalida (Brazil) or FMGE/NEXT (India).
The Ciudad del Este campus is the university’s headquarters and features state-of-the-art infrastructure dedicated to medical science.
Academic Model: UNINTER uses a modern curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with intense practical training starting from the early years.
Laboratories: * Anatomy Museum & Lab: Equipped with real human cadavers and high-definition synthetic models for deep anatomical study.
Histology & Pathology: Modern labs with high-resolution microscopes for cellular research.
Clinical Skills Center: A simulation lab where students practice procedures (injections, emergency response, suturing) on robotic mannequins.
Resources: A vast digital and physical library with access to international medical databases like SciELO and PubMed.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Because Ciudad del Este is a major metropolitan area, students benefit from a high volume of patients and diverse clinical cases.
Public Health Agreements: The university maintains strong ties with the Ministry of Public Health (MSPyBS).
Primary Training Site: Most clinical rotations take place at the Hospital Regional de Ciudad del Este, the largest public hospital in the region.
Specialized Training: Students also rotate through various Family Health Units (USF) and specialized private clinics to gain experience in surgery, pediatrics, and internal medicine.
State University Affordability
Paraguayan medical education is known for being highly affordable compared to India, the USA, or the UK.
Enrollment Fee (Matrícula): Approx. $200 – $300 USD (paid at the start of each semester).
Monthly Tuition: Approx. $280 – $420 USD (depending on the year of study).
Annual Total: Roughly $3,500 – $4,800 USD per year.
Financial Ease: Most students pay in monthly installments (cuotas), making it easier for families to manage expenses.
Commercial Giant: It is the third-largest free-tax commerce zone in the world. Shopping malls and international trade define the city’s energy.
Geography: It is connected to Brazil via the Friendship Bridge. Students can easily cross into Brazil for leisure or travel.
Climate: Subtropical. It is warm for most of the year, with a short, mild winter.
Safety & Diversity: CDE is a multicultural melting pot with large Lebanese, Chinese, and Indian communities. It is generally safe for students, provided they stay in student-populated neighborhoods.
Accommodation: While the university does not have official dormitories, Ciudad del Este is a "student city." There are hundreds of "Residenciales" (private student hostels) within walking distance of the campus.
Shared Room: $120 – $180 USD/month.
Private Studio: $250 – $350 USD/month.
Food (Mess): There is no mandatory mess. Students usually cook at home to save money and maintain their preferred diet.
Grocery Cost: $100 – $150 USD/month for high-quality fresh produce.
Indian Students: There are several supermarkets that sell spices and grains suitable for Indian cooking.
NRI/International Quota: There is no separate high-fee quota for NRI or international students. Everyone pays the same competitive tuition fee.
Indian Student Requirements: * Must have NEET Qualification to practice in India after graduation.
Academic documents (10th and 12th Marksheets) must be Apostilled.
Degree Global Validity: Graduates are eligible to take the USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), and the NEXT exam in India, as the university is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus