Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Private Dominican university with an MD programme accredited by CAAM-HP.

Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) is a medical school in Santo Domingo, 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 Iberoamericana (UNIBE) is a private university located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and its School of Medicine is one of the country's most established. UNIBE offers Doctor of Medicine programmes in both Spanish and English tracks — the English-medium programme is aimed at international applicants, particularly from North America — and clinical rotations are delivered in Dominican teaching hospitals with additional international affiliations. The programme is CAAM-HP accredited (with conditions). Applicants should confirm track availability, language of instruction, and clinical rotation options on UNIBE's official website before applying.

Accreditation

Accrediting body: CAAM-HP

Current status: Accredited with conditions

CAAM-HP: Accreditation with Conditions for 5 years, 2023–2028 (last updated Jul 2025).

Last verified 2026-06-26

Programs

Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Typical duration: 4 years

Tuition

UNIBE tuition is programme- and credit-dependent. A complete medical-programme total should only be displayed when it comes from UNIBE's current official international admissions or fee schedule. A current figure was not publicly reported on the school's official website in the material reviewed. Applicants should obtain a written quotation covering enrolment, credits, laboratories, clinical training, insurance and other compulsory charges.

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

UNIBE has graduates who pursue international pathways, but a current official Step 1 or Step 2 CK institutional pass-rate dataset was not publicly reported on the school's official website. Graduate testimonials, agent figures or individual Match results should not be presented as a school-wide outcome percentage. Request the latest information directly from the institution.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Scholarships & financial aid

UNIBE provides institutional scholarship, financing and assistance opportunities, subject to programme, academic and nationality requirements. Only currently published medicine-specific awards should be treated as applicable. General university scholarships should not automatically be presented as available to medical students.

Official information reviewed 2026-07-20 · Official website

Housing & student support

UNIBE provides international-student and campus support services. A current university-controlled medical-student residence rate was not verified in the material reviewed. Applicants should request information about recommended accommodation, orientation, visa procedures, transport, academic advising, counselling and health services.

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 UNIBE located?

Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) is located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, in the Caribbean.

What programs does UNIBE offer?

Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) offers MD program. The MD program typically takes 4 years.

Is UNIBE accredited?

Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) is reviewed by CAAM-HP. Current status: Accredited with conditions. CAAM-HP: Accreditation with Conditions for 5 years, 2023–2028 (last updated Jul 2025). Prospective students should confirm current recognition on the accreditor's official website before applying.

Is the MCAT required at UNIBE?

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

Does UNIBE offer US clinical rotations?

US clinical rotations are not reported as a routine track at Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE). Clinical training is typically completed in Dominican Republic.

What does tuition cost at UNIBE?

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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