SEMMELWEIS UNIVERSITY
The basic aim of the University is to train medical and dental doctors and pharmacists who are able to provide safe and effective professional care. The University maintains high academic standards and a curriculum with up-to-date technical and health care requirements. The University trains graduates who are capable of functioning effectively both in individual or group practices.
The University has a leading role in academic research in Hungary, providing - through its Ph.D. doctoral programs highly qualified researchers for future generations. The University monitors and facilitates University Development Programs and assists the promotion of its university members. The University is the main field of life-long continuing education and is responsible for the scientific and professional merits of health care in Hungary. The University is also the largest hospital and polyclinic in Hungary and provides a large part of the specialty care for Hungarian citizens. The University is responsible for Public Health Programs and prophylaxis.
The University’s PR activity and participation in several governmental, municipal and civic organizations and
counseling bodies serves the interest of the profession and also the well-being of every patient.
Q: How long has the International Medical School (IMS) been in existence?
A: Since 1769.
Q: What are the entrance/admissions requirements?
A: North American Applicants:
Entrance exam, student visa, Pre-Application Preparatory Course.
Q: Is an undergraduate degree required in order to start school (matriculate)?
A: No.
Q: Are there specific residency or foreign language requirements?
A: English
Q: Is the MCAT required or optional?(matriculate)?
A: No, but there is a special exam designed by the school.
Q: If interviews are required, where are they held?
A: Please contact school for further information.
Q: What are mean Science and Overall GPAs for the previous entering class?
A: Please contact school for detailed information.
Q: How many classes of students enter each year, and when are the application deadlines?
A: 837
Q: What are estimated annual expenses, including tuition and fees, books,
supplies, study materials, housing, food, travel and other living costs, hidden
fee’s/costs?
A: approximately $20,000 US, Please contact school for fee and deadline details.
Q: How do students fund their education? What loan programs and scholarships are students eligible for?
A: Federal, private loan and scholarships may be available. Must fill out FAFSA.
Q: How many students are enrolled in each class? What is the attrition rate for
matriculated students, i.e., how many typically dropout before finishing?
What are common reasons for dropping out?
A: Please contact school for current information.
Q: What is the length and structure of the entire curriculum?
A: 6 years.
Q: What are the academic credentials of the faculty teaching basic science
courses? Where were they educated?
A: Please contact school for list of distinguished faculty.
Q: Where do students do their clinical training?
A: New York Medical College is affiliated with two academic health centers: Westchester Medical Center and Saint Vincents Catholic Medical Centers of New York and 20 other hospitals within the tri-state metropolitan region. These hospitals range from technologically advanced regional tertiary care facilities to small suburban hospitals and specialty medical centers.
Citizens or Permanent Residents of the United States
Semmelweis students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible to apply for New York Medical College’s Year of Supervised Clinical Training if they have completed all their coursework except for their 6th year internships. This year is in lieu of an internship at Semmelweis. Upon completion of the one-year program, the students must return to Semmelweis to take their final exams in order to receive their degree. Students are accepted for the program beginning in July and January. Semmelweis students should request application materials from Fifth Pathway Program, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY 10595 U.S.A. New York Medical College is unable to accept Semmelweis students even U.S. citizens or permanent residents into the fourth year clerkships or clinical electives.
Medical Board of California
English program students can participate in clinical clerkships in approved California training sites. Graduates of the English-language program can participate in postgraduate training programs in California and become licensed in California, provided all licensing requirements are satisfied.
Q: How do students perform on USMLE I and II? In recent years, what are the
1st time and total pass rates for students from this school?
A: Please contact school for current information.
Q: How many students graduate each year?
A: 537
Q: Where did students in the most recent graduating class match for residency?
In what specialties?
A: USA, Canada, europe, India.
Q: What are the entrance/admissions requirements?
A: ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS
Date of Examinations
Entrance examinations are held continuously. The exams are in Budapest & worldwide (please see
www.studyhungary.hu). The qualified applicants will be invited to the entrance examination by the university or the official
university representative.
Contents of the Entrance Exams
The exams consist of multiple choice tests in Biology, Chemistry and English, followed by an oral examination, which will
focus on the applicant’s knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and English, and will be supplemented by a personal
interview.Evaluation
The evaluation of the Entrance Examinations will be performed by the University Board. Applicants will be notified about
the results within three weeks after the exam.
Student Visa
The accepted students should apply for a D-5 student visa. The requirements will be listed in the Acceptance Letter
issued by the university. The visa application form can be downloaded from http:/www.kulugyminiszterium.hu/
Kulugyminiszterium/EN/Ministry/Departments/ Consular/Visa/appl_form.htm
Students coming from EU & EEA countries do not need a student visa, but have to apply for a residence permit within 90
days after their arrival to Hungary.
Read about customs regulations in the International Students’ View Book for the Hungarian Universities.
Pre-Application Preparatory Course
Since 1990 College International has been organizing preparatory courses to help students who require additional
instruction or review in sciences and in English language to prepare them to take the entrance examinations for theregular Degree Program.
With English as the language of instruction, the following subjects are covered: General English, Medical English,
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Hungarian Language.
All learning at the Preparatory Course focuses on the individual needs of the student. They develop skills as well as
acquire knowledge and personal qualities necessary for university studies. During the course students have regular tests
both written and oral to get practice in taking examinations. Since 1990 approximately 2200 students have participated at
the Preparatory Course and 95% of them have been admitted to university studies. It must be understood that
completion of this course does not imply or assure admission or dispense with entrance examination to the degree
programs at Semmelweis University.
Q: How can I contact some former IMS graduates who are practicing in the U.S.
in my area?
A:Please contact school for the current list.
Q: Who is the Dean of Admissions?
A: Data not available.
Q: How can I contact the IMS – telephone, fax, e-mail, WWW?
A: Further information and brochures can be obtained from College International:
H-1406 Budapest 76, P.O. Box 51, Hungary
Phone: (36-1) 413-3015, 413-3033
Fax: (36-1) 413-3030, 413-3035
E-mail: info@studyhungary.hu
preparatory@studyhungary.hu
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