Universidad Central del Este (UCE)

San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic

Dominican medical programme accredited by CAAM-HP.

Universidad Central del Este (UCE) is a medical school in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, reviewed by CAAM-HP (Accredited with conditions). The MD program runs 4 years at See the current official fee schedule. MCAT: Optional. Clinical rotations: Dominican Republic.

About the School

Universidad Central del Este (UCE) is a private university based in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, that operates one of the country's long-established medical schools. Its Doctor of Medicine programme is taught primarily in Spanish, with clinical training in Dominican teaching hospitals, and enrolls students from the Dominican Republic and other Latin American and international markets. UCE's medical programme is CAAM-HP accredited (with conditions). Applicants outside the Dominican Republic should verify language of instruction, credential-recognition pathways in their intended jurisdiction, and current accreditation status directly with UCE before applying.

Accreditation

Accrediting body: CAAM-HP

Current status: Accredited with conditions

CAAM-HP: Accreditation with Conditions for 5 years, 2025–2030 (last updated Jan 2026).

Last verified 2026-06-26

Programs

Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Typical duration: 4 years

Tuition

UCE uses its institutional programme and credit-based fee structure. A current English-language total for international medical students was not publicly available in the official material reviewed, and third-party MBBS cost estimates should not be relied upon. A current figure was not publicly reported on the school's official website. Prospective students should request an official quotation from UCE covering tuition, registration, laboratories, clinical training and insurance.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Admissions

MCAT

Optional

Minimum GPA

Clinical rotations

US clinical rotations

Not reported

Canada / UK rotations

Not reported

We list named hospitals only when officially verified.

USMLE preparation & outcomes

UCE's medical curriculum and hospital rotations may allow eligible graduates to pursue international licensing pathways. A current official institutional Step 1 or Step 2 CK pass-rate report was not publicly reported on the school's official website. USMLE eligibility statements should not be interpreted as outcome rates. Request the latest information directly from the institution.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Scholarships & financial aid

UCE has a Financial Assistance Department and institutional aid processes. Current medicine-specific scholarship values and eligibility conditions were not clearly published in the material reviewed. Prospective students should request programme-specific aid and payment information directly from the institution.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Housing & student support

UCE provides university and student services, but a current medical-student housing rate was not verified. International students should ask about recommended accommodation, immigration support, orientation, transport, counselling and campus security when planning their move.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Direct flight connections

Approximate economy fares from major hubs to Dominican Republic. Sample estimates - verify with airlines before booking.

From	Type	Airlines	Duration	One-way (USD)	Round-trip (USD)
Miami (MIA) USA	Direct	American, JetBlue	2h 15m	$120–$320	$220–$560
New York (JFK) USA	Direct	JetBlue, Delta, American	4h	$180–$420	$320–$720
Toronto (YYZ) Canada	Direct	Air Canada, WestJet	4h 30m	$260–$580	$460–$980
Madrid (MAD) Spain	Direct	Iberia, Air Europa	8h 30m	$420–$850	$720–$1450

Sample data last verified 2026-06-26. Fares fluctuate by season and demand.

Sources & verification

Last reviewed: 2026-06-26. If you spot an inaccuracy, let us know.

Key takeaways

Accreditation: CAAM-HP - Accredited with conditions.
Tuition: See the current official fee schedule.
MD duration: 4 years.
MCAT: Optional.
Rotations: Dominican Republic.

Frequently asked questions

Where is UCE located?

Universidad Central del Este is located in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, in the Caribbean.

What programs does UCE offer?

Universidad Central del Este offers MD program. The MD program typically takes 4 years.

Is UCE accredited?

Universidad Central del Este is reviewed by CAAM-HP. Current status: Accredited with conditions. CAAM-HP: Accreditation with Conditions for 5 years, 2025–2030 (last updated Jan 2026). Prospective students should confirm current recognition on the accreditor's official website before applying.

Is the MCAT required at UCE?

MCAT policy: Optional. Applicants should verify the latest admissions requirements directly with the school.

Does UCE offer US clinical rotations?

US clinical rotations are not reported as a routine track at Universidad Central del Este. Clinical training is typically completed in Dominican Republic.

What does tuition cost at UCE?

Tuition: See the current official fee schedule. Verify the current fee schedule on the official school website - figures change by intake and program stage.

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