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Southwest Medical University (Formerly Luzhou Medical College)

Established

1951

City

Luzhou

Average Tution Fee

$4,200 / Year

Students

20000

International Students

500

About Southwest Medical University (Formerly Luzhou Medical College)

Southwest Medical University, administered by the Sichuan Provincial People’s Government, is one of Western China’s leading medical universities and a major center for physician education, clinical services, and biomedical research. The university offers a Ministry of Education-approved English-medium MBBS program and maintains several affiliated Grade A tertiary teaching hospitals that provide comprehensive clinical training across all major specialties.

It is particularly recognized for clinical medicine, anesthesiology, oncology, cardiovascular medicine, nephrology, emergency medicine, public health, and rehabilitation sciences, supported by provincial key disciplines, specialized research institutes, and innovation platforms. Clinical education combines simulation-based training, standardized patient programs, multidisciplinary hospital practice, and evidence-based medicine. Southwest Medical University enjoys a strong reputation for producing clinically competent physicians while contributing to healthcare innovation and regional medical development throughout Western China.

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Programs Offered

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Programs Offered

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Average Cost of Study

Avg. Tuition Fee
$4,200 / Year
Hostel Fee
$650 / Year
Living Cost
$180 / Month

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

Average Cost of Study

Avg. Tuition Fee
$4,200 / Year
Hostel Fee
$650 / Year
Living Cost
$180 / Month

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

Programs Offered

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Academic Minimum:Completion of 10+2 with minimum 60% to 65% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • NEET Standard:Valid NEET-UG qualifying score for Indian candidates.
  • Age Range:Aged 17 to 25 years old.
  • Language Proficiency:Fluent spoken and written English; basic Chinese coursework.
  • Fitness:Physical examination clearance from a recognized hospital.

Required Documents

  • Academic Documents: Notarized 10th and 12th Board Certificates and Marksheets.
  • NEET Score Card: Valid NEET Result Sheet.
  • Health Records: Foreigner Physical Examination Form.
  • Clearances: Police Clearance Certificate.
  • Passport: Scanned Copy of Valid Passport.
  • Photos: Passport-sized Photographs.