About College

Yerevan State Medical University (named after Mkhitar Heratsi) is an Armenian medical university. It is situated on Koryun Street, in the center of the city of Yerevan in Armenia. Mr. Armen A. Muradyan is its current rector. 

The university was founded by the Government of Armenia in January 1920. In October 1920, Prime Minister H.Ohanjanyan and the Minister of Public Education G.Ghazaryan passed the decision to establish medical faculty at the university. On November 3rd, 1922, a school was established for training the medical faculty under the Yerevan City Hospital. The institute began with just 6 staff members. 

Today, the university teaches around 6360 students out of which 1184 are foreign students. There are more than 1100 professors in the university who perform scientific and pedagogical work. It operates two hospitals as well. The university organizes various research-oriented and educational activities in leading research centers and clinical bases in Yerevan. 

Courses Offered

• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

MBBS Course

MBBS is the undergraduate medical course taught in medical college. The basic course structure includes studying of Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy, Microbiology, Pathology, Forensic medicine and Pharmacology. The MBBS undergraduate course runs for 5.5 years with a mandatory Internship training with the affiliated hospitals for the college.

Admission & Fee Structure For MBBS

For MBBS admission and fee structure 2023. Follow below guidelines.

Step 1: Go to https://medicinecolleges.com
Step 2: Click on the search bar and type in your preferred college name, city the medical college is in or the State where the college is.
Step 3: In the prompted list of colleges select your preferred medical college. Double check the college name, city and state to be confirmed of the preferred college.
Step 4: Click on Contact next to know more details about the college and also apply and get Fee structure and College Brochure
Step 5: In the popped-up Application select what category are you looking for – Management quote or – government quota
Step 6: Enter your Full name. Check and ensure that your spelling is correct.
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Step 9: Next provide your state, city details in the form.
Step 10: Input your 10-digit mobile number to receive updates, notifications and if you need more details. Please Check and ensure that your phone number is correct.
Step 11: Select Fees structure for 2023 and Brochure 2023 PDFs to be sent to your email.
Step 12: You will receive a Thank You message and will also get a call from an experienced college Student Counsellor for admission & fee structures information.

Highlights

Name of the Institution	Yerevan State Medical University Named After Mkhitar Heratsi
Approved By	The National Medical Commission of Armenia and MCI
QS World Ranking	# 801-1000
Memberships	The university is a member of :- The International Association of Universities-SGroup Network of European Universities- World Federation of Medical Education
Affiliated Hospital	-Has 15 specialized hospitals with modern equipment where students are trained.-Owns clinical bases or platforms in medical centers and hospitals
Accredited by	– The Medical Council of India- Medical Board of California, USA
Students / Lecturers Ratio	1:8

Infrastructure and Facilities

Let’s take a look at the infrastructure and facilities available at Yerevan State Medical University.

• Campuses

The campus of the university is located on Koryun Street in Yerevan. It has five buildings-

1. Main building

2. Administrative building

3. Laboratory building

4. Anatomical building

5. Dental clinics building

• Libraries

The on-campus library has over 6,50,000 textbooks and other books. The library has two halls, one of which has computers for providing free access to online medical literature.

• Hostels

The campus has a hostel equipped with all adequate facilities for foreign students. It consists of two buildings on campus.

• Food

The campus has 4 cafeterias, 1 of which is in the hostel. The prices are one-third of the regular prices charged for catering in the city.

• Faculties

The university has 5 faculties and 102 departments that conduct various theoretical and practical studies.

1. Faculty of General Medicine

2. Faculty of Stomatology (Dentistry)

3. Faculty of Pharmacy

4. Faculty of Military Medicine

5. Faculty of Public Health

Scholarships 

The university offers various nominal scholarships for deserving students. The nominees are chosen on the basis of academic excellence, knowledge of foreign languages, participation in international competitions or student scientific sessions, and participation in social activities. The nominal scholarships have their own eligibility criteria and are named after various doctors, scientists, professors, etc. Some of the most notable scholarships are named after Mkhitar Heratsi, Ruben Sevak, Hakob Hovhannisian, Grigor Areshyan, Vahan Artsruni, etc. Several fund scholarships are also available for the students. They are offered by the Youth  Foundation of Armenia, The Aegean Family Foundation, the Turpanjian Family Foundation, and many others.

Students are allowed to participate in the scholarships based on the courses taken up by them. 

Ranking

QS World Ranking

# 801-1000

Reviews 

• “YSMU is very well-maintained and has a pleasant environment for students. The hostels feel like home to the students. They are well-equipped with various facilities like study halls, canteen, centrally heated rooms, running water, laundry room, event hall, etc. The breakfast served at the hostel is complimentary, so no one leaves the hostel empty-stomached. I find this very helpful. There is a bus stop close to the hostel, just a few steps away. It makes transportation quite hassle-free. There are mini and micro buses at regular intervals. The buses are very comfortable and secure. There is a large supermarket at a walking distance from the international hostel. The faculty at the university is its greatest asset. There are lots of international students and we share great camaraderie. Studying here was a fantastic experience. I am learning new things every day and have met many wonderful people here.” Saatvika Chadha

• “YSMU is one of the best universities for making a career in medicine. The staff is cooperative and passionate. The people are very welcoming and interesting. There is a dynamic learning environment at the university. I could explore different areas of the medical and science field. It allowed me to experience what it’s going to  take to become a doctor and what makes me a good doctor. It expanded my mind, my collection of friends, and my point of view as well. Thanks! I am grateful to be a part of YSMU.” – Manik Bhalla

• Yerevan State Medical University (named after Mkhitar Heratsi is an outstanding institution, providing top-notch medical education. The faculty’s expertise, modern facilities, and practical approach ensure students receive comprehensive training. With its commitment to excellence, this university prepares future doctors to make a significant impact in the field of medicine.

– Mariam Martirosyan

FAQs

1. What is the fee structure of Yerevan State Medical University?

The fee structure depends on the level of the course undertaken. For undergraduate courses, the annual tuition fee is $5500 for 1st year and $ 5000 for 2nd to 6th year. For postgraduate courses, the fee is $6500 for the 1st year and $6000 for the 2nd year and onwards. The annual hostel fee is $600.

2. What are the entry requirements of the Yerevan State Medical University for undergraduate students?

The students must have reached the age of 17 on the 31st of December prior to the admission year. They should have scored a minimum of 50% marks in PCB and have passed all subjects individually in the class 12th exams. They must have qualified NEET with 50 percentile marks.

3. What are the various research facilities available on the campus?

The university has 8 science laboratories for research in different medical fields.

4. What are the hostel facilities provided by the university?

The hostel facilities include computer halls with WiFi, reading halls, a TV lounge, a non-commercial dining facility, free breakfast, hot water, electricity for 24 hours, etc.

5. Does the university provide on-campus food services?

Yes. There are cafeterias on the campus. Indian food is also available there. The dining facility is subsidized to offer food at low prices for students.