Doctor of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine Admissions
Thank you for considering St. Luke’s Medical Center College of Medicine–William H. Quasha Memorial. Our five-year Doctor of Medicine program brings together scientific foundations, clinical experience, and humanism and professionalism in a community committed to medical education.
We welcome applicants from different academic backgrounds. This guide takes you through the application process, from checking your eligibility to preparing your documents and submitting your application.
Who Can Apply?
1. Bachelor’s Degree
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any field. Graduating students may apply for evaluation using the required documents listed below and must submit their Certificate of Graduation before enrollment.
Recommended (but not required) undergraduate coursework:
| Subject | Recommended Units |
|---|---|
| Biology | 15 |
| Chemistry | 10 |
| Mathematics | 9 |
| Physics | 5 |
| Social Sciences | 12 |
2. National Medical Admission Test (NMAT)
Applicants must have an NMAT percentile rank of 85 or higher. The result must have been issued within two years of the application date.
How to Apply
Your Document Checklist
Personal Documents
- Birth Certificate: For local applicants, submit a birth certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable): Required for married female applicants using a surname different from the one on their birth certificate.
- Photographs: Submit two recent 2 × 2-inch color photographs, taken within the past month against a white background, in business casual attire.
Academic Documents
- NMAT Result: Submit a result with a percentile rank of 85 or higher, issued within two years of application.
- Proof of Graduation:
• If you have already graduated, submit your Certificate of Graduation or diploma (for foreign graduates).• If you are still completing your bachelor’s degree, submit for evaluation:
- Certification of courses in progress.
- Certified true copy of grades issued by your Registrar.
- Academic calendar showing that your final term or semester ends on or before the start of classes for MD.
Note: Your Certificate of Graduation must be submitted before enrollment. - Transcript of Records or Official Academic Record: Submit an official Transcript of Records signed by your school Registrar, or an official list of courses with corresponding final grades completed at the time of application. Must include your General Weighted Average (GWA), Quality Point Index (QPI), or Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA).
- Two Certificates of Good Moral Character: Submit two certificates from each college or graduate school attended, issued by any of the following: Dean, Guidance Counselor, Student Affairs Officer, College Secretary, or Registrar.
- Return Service Agreement Documents (if applicable): If your undergraduate degree carries a Return Service Agreement obligation, submit a Certificate of Completion or Certificate of Deferment.
Additional Requirements for Foreign Applicants and Foreign Graduates
In addition to the general document checklist, the following requirements apply according to your citizenship, educational background, and residency status:
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Authenticated Academic & Personal Records | Transcript of Records, Certificate of Graduation or diploma, and birth certificate must be duly apostilled in your country of legal residence or origin. |
| Passport | Copies of pages showing your name, photograph, birth date, and birthplace. |
| Police Clearance | Clearance issued by the national police authorities duly apostilled in your country of origin. Applicants who have stayed in the Philippines for more than six months must submit NBI clearance. |
| Student Visa (for non-resident foreign nationals) | Student visa (9f) issued by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration. |
| Residency Documents (for resident foreign nationals) | Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) and Immigrant Certificate of Residence. |
For guidance on the documents applicable to your circumstances, please contact the Registrar’s Office.
Processing Fees and Payment
| Applicant Category | Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| Local applicants | PHP 3,500 |
| Foreign applicants | USD 350 |
Payment may be made by cash, cheque, or bank transfer.
Cheques should be payable to:
St. Luke’s Medical Center College of Medicine William H. Quasha Memorial, Inc.
Finance and Accounting Office Contact Information
• Contact Person: Ms. Jean Castro
• Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Applying After Previous Enrollment at Another Medical School
Applicants who have previously enrolled in another medical school are considered transferee applicants, regardless of the length of attendance.
Eligibility requirements for transferee applicants:
- Completed no more than one year of study in another medical school.
- Ranked within the upper 20% of your batch.
- Had no failing grades in your previous medical school.
- Obtained an NMAT percentile rank of 85 or higher.
Additional documents required for transferees:
- Undergraduate and medical school Transcripts of Records.
- Certificate of Eligibility for Admission to Medical School.
- Certificate of Transfer Credential and/or Honorable Dismissal.
- Certificate of Ranking confirming placement within the upper 20% of your batch.
- NMAT result.
Entry Level and Academic Standing
Accepted transferee applicants enter the MD program as Year Level 1 students and are placed on academic probation. To remain enrolled, students on academic probation must pass all subjects and maintain satisfactory disciplinary standing. Failure in any subject, regardless of its academic weight or year level, or any disciplinary sanction will result in removal from the College’s rolls.
Receiving Your Admission Decision
Accepted applicants will receive an email containing their acceptance letter and enrollment instructions. The official list of accepted students will also be published on the College website and posted on the Registrar’s Office bulletin board.
To confirm acceptance, submit your signed Acceptance Letter to the Registrar’s Office and follow the instructions provided.
Enrollment Payments for Foreign and Foreign Graduate Applicants
Upon enrollment, foreign and foreign graduate applicants are required to pay:
- USD 10,000 endowment to the Institutional Development Fund.
- USD 50 for the Certificate of Eligibility for Admission to Medical School.
Note: These payments are non-refundable.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Begin by creating your account and preparing your documents. If you have questions about the requirements or application process, please contact the Registrar’s Office through our Contact page.
