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Mariano Marcos State University College of Medicine

Established

1978

City

City of Batac

Average Tution Fee

$2,000 – $2,500 / Year

Students

14,000+

International Students

150 – 300

About Mariano Marcos State University College of Medicine

Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) College of Medicine, located in Batac City, Ilocos Norte, is a public medical school established to strengthen healthcare services in Northern Luzon. As part of a leading state university, the college focuses on producing competent physicians committed to public service, community health, and regional development.

The Doctor of Medicine curriculum integrates biomedical sciences, clinical medicine, surgery, preventive medicine, research, and primary healthcare while emphasizing community-based education and rural medical practice. Students complete clinical training in government hospitals and affiliated healthcare facilities where they gain extensive experience managing diseases prevalent in the Ilocos Region. Research activities focus on regional health priorities, public health interventions, and disease prevention strategies. Community immersion programs enable students to work closely with local government health units and underserved populations, reinforcing the university’s mission of producing socially accountable physicians dedicated to improving healthcare accessibility throughout Northern Philippines.

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Programs Offered

  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)
  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Programs Offered

  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)
  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Average Cost of Study

Avg. Tuition Fee
$2,000 – $2,500 / Year
Hostel Fee
$400 – $600 / Year
Living Cost
$150 – $250 / Month

*Fees may vary depending on the university guideline and program.

Average Cost of Study

Avg. Tuition Fee
$2,000 – $2,500 / Year
Hostel Fee
$400 – $600 / Year
Living Cost
$150 – $250 / Month

*Fees may vary depending on the university guideline and program.

Programs Offered

  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)
  • MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Academic Qualification:Bachelor’s degree in health or natural sciences.
  • NMAT Requirement:Minimum NMAT percentile score of 40 to 50 percentile.
  • Academic Average:Minimum GWA of 2.25 or equivalent B grade.
  • NEET Qualification:Valid NEET-UG score for international applicants.
  • Service Commitment:Willingness to serve in rural community health programs.

Required Documents

  • Academic Records: Official TOR and BS Diploma.
  • NMAT Scorecard: Official NMAT result certificate.
  • Passport: Valid international passport.
  • NEET Scorecard: Official NEET-UG scorecard.
  • Certificates: PSA Birth Certificate and Certificate of Good Moral Character.
  • Clearances: Police Clearance Certificate and Medical Health report.
  • Photos: Passport-sized photos.