Complutense University of Madrid

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The Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), founded in 1499, is the largest and most prestigious public research university in Spain. Located in the Ciudad Universitaria district of Madrid, it is a global leader in health sciences and humanities.

Overview

Fees

The university is noted for its affordability relative to Western Europe. Tuition Fees: For international students, the fee is approximately €10,000 (~$10,800 USD) per year for the 2026 academic cycle. Processing Fees: A non-refundable €300 application processing fee and a 50% confirmation fee (non-refundable) are required upon acceptance. Living Expenses: Cluj-Napoca is a student-friendly city where monthly living costs (housing, food, transport) typically range between €600 and €1,000.

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Programs & Highlights

Programs

Medicine & Surgery Program
Duration: 6 years (5 years academic + 1 year internship).
Medium of Instruction: Primarily Spanish; international students must prove a B2 level in Spanish (DELE or SIELE) for clinical rotations.
Clinical Training: Conducted at elite hospitals including Hospital Clínico San Carlos and Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón.

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Key Highlights (2025–2026)

Rankings: Consistently ranked as the #1 or #2 university in Spain. For 2026, it is ranked #187 globally by QS World University Rankings and #501–600 by Times Higher Education . Medicine: Its Faculty of Medicine is ranked #126 globally and is renowned for clinical excellence. Recognition: Fully recognized by the WHO and the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India. Alumni: Home to 7 Nobel Prize winners and numerous heads of state.

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