MBBS in Philippines
US-style MD, fully English
Why MBBS in Philippines?
The Philippines offers a US-style medical education — a pre-med BS followed by a 4-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) — fully in English, at affordable fees, with NMC/WHO-recognised universities. Note the structure differs from the standard 6-year MBBS.
US-style MD
Pre-med BS then a 4-year Doctor of Medicine.
Fully English
English is the medium of education and daily life.
NMC / WHO recognised
Recognised universities valid for Indian licensure.
Affordable
Low tuition and cost of living.
Strong clinical training
Hospital-based rotations with high patient exposure.
Large Indian community
Well-settled Indian students and support.
Fees & cost of living
Indicative annual figures — confirm current fees with our counsellors and the university.
| Per year | USD | INR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,000 | ₹3.40 L |
| Living / hostel | $1,500 | ₹1.30 L |
| Insurance | $120 | ₹10 k |
Figures are indicative (≈ $1 = ₹85). Guidance only — not a quote.
Eligibility
- NEET UG qualified (mandatory for licensure in India)
- Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English
- Minimum 50% in PCB (40% for reserved categories)
- At least 17 years old by 31 December of admission year
To practise in India you must clear the FMGE / NExT screening exam. We prepare you for it from day one.
Top medical universities in Philippines
Recognised universities we guide students to. Fees shown are indicative annual tuition.
University of Perpetual Help System DALTA
Est. 1975Davao Medical School Foundation
Est. 1976Our Lady of Fatima University
Est. 1967UV Gullas College of Medicine
Est. 1919Emilio Aguinaldo College
Est. 1957AMA School of Medicine
Est. 2008Your admission journey
- 01
Free counselling & profile evaluation
- 02
University shortlisting for your budget & profile
- 03
Online application & document submission
- 04
Receive the admission / invitation letter
- 05
Student visa application & approval
- 06
Pre-departure guidance (forex, tickets, packing)
- 07
Travel & airport pickup coordination
- 08
On-arrival & ongoing support through the course
MBBS in Philippines vs India
| Criteria | Philippines | India (private) |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance | NEET UG (qualify) | NEET UG (high rank) |
| Course duration | ≈ 5.5 years (BS + MD) | 5.5 years |
| Medium | English | English |
| Donation / capitation | None | High (private) |
| Licensure in India | FMGE / NExT | Direct |
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