Study medicine in Cuba - Scholarship Program

How can you study in Cuba?
Ania (Cuban Connection)

In line with the strong political will to continue contributing to the formation of human resources in Third World countries, have been establishing various means of cooperation among them is the implementation of the Comprehensive Health Plan and as part thereof, originates the Latin American School of Medical Sciences. In September 2000 establishing the International School of Sports and Physical Education.

The scholarships awarded by the Cuban Government include accommodation, food and free studies, as is offered to Cuban scholars.
Currently only being offered scholarships to study in the Latin American School of Medicine and the International School of Physical Education and Sports.

To enroll in the Latin American Medical School (ELAM), interested parties should contact the Cuban diplomatic missions in their countries and get the desired information. This project has been designed primarily for young people from low income families and must meet the following requirements:

1. Submit Bachelor Degree in Science or its equivalent.
2. Notes Baccalaureate.
3. One of these two documents mentioned above should come with the seal of:
• Ministry of Education in your country.
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of his country.
• Embassy or interest of Cuba in their country.
4. Birth Certificate.
5. Certificate of Health, including HIV testing and pregnancy testing.
6. Do not exceed 25 years of age at time of registration.
7. Being physically and mentally fit to pursue medical studies.
8. Criminal History.
9. Scholarship application form (ELAM).
10. 6 photos.