Poltava Medical University
- Poltava, Ukraine
- Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine
- Govt.
- Estd:1921
Established in 1921, Poltava State Medical University (PSMU)—formerly known as the Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy—is one of Ukraine’s oldest and most prestigious government medical institutions. Located in the historic city of Poltava, the university holds a Level-IV accreditation (the highest in Ukraine) and is globally recognized by major bodies including the WHO, UNESCO, and the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Beyond its core medicine programs, the university offers diverse courses in Dentistry (BDS), Pharmacy, Pediatrics, and Nursing, ensuring a comprehensive healthcare education environment supported by 16 academic buildings and 35 clinical departments based in top regional hospitals.
6-year MBBS program including 5 years of theoretical and practical study followed by 1 year of a mandatory internship or clinical rotation.
Roughly INR 24-27 Lakhs for the 6-year MBBS course
Admission to the MBBS program at Poltava State Medical University (PSMU) in Ukraine, often referred to as Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy (UMSA), requires a 12th-grade certificate with at least 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40% for reserved categories) and a qualified NEET score. The 6-year program (5 years + 1-year internship) requires no IELTS/TOEFL. Applications are submitted online, and the process involves securing an invitation letter, visa, and providing documents like a passport and birth certificate.
- There are 4 dormitories (9-story buildings) located near the academic blocks.
- The university houses a massive library with over 360,000 volumes.
- Students have access to modern research labs.
- The university operates an Academic and Research Dental Center and various scientific institutes focusing on genetics, immunology, and oncology.
- Free Wi-Fi is available across most hostel rooms and academic buildings.
