Quick Summary
Since 1961, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia has been one of Peru's prominent privates, based in Lima. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7200 students including 1.5% from outside Peru. Known for strengths in Medicine, Biological Sciences, Public Health, it maintains an acceptance rate of 14%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is consistently ranked as the top medical research institution in Peru, offering unmatched clinical exposure and research opportunities in tropical medicine.
Subject Strengths
MedicineBiological SciencesPublic HealthLife SciencesDentistry
Founded1961
TypePrivate
Total Students7200
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Nacional Cayetano Heredia,Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño,Clínica Cayetano Heredia
AccreditationSUNEDU, SINEACE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine,Biology,Psychology,Nursing,Stomatology,Public Health,Veterinary Medicine,Biomedical Engineering
Programs
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,Life Sciences,Medicine,Public Health
PhD Programs
Master in Public Health,Master in Health Management,Specialization in Epidemiology
Online Programs
Instituto de Medicina Tropical Alexander von Humboldt,Centro de Investigación para el Desarrollo Integral y Sostenible (CIDIS),LID - Laboratorios de Investigación y Desarrollo
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
SUNEDU, SINEACE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate14%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · July 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is highly competitive through a rigorous entrance exam. Prospective students should focus heavily on biology, chemistry, and physics for the medical track.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Sol
UG Tuition
S/33,400/yr
per year · PEN
Living Cost
S/23,500/yr
per year · PEN
PG Tuition
S/24,700/yr
per year · PEN
Application Fee
$160
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
S/57,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PEN
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine,Biology,Psychology,Nursing,Stomatology,Public Health,Veterinary Medicine,Biomedical Engineering programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Stomatology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biomedical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtremely high in medical and clinical research sectors.
Industry Connections
Ministry of Health (MINSA)Pan American Health OrganizationWorld Health OrganizationJohns Hopkins University
Notable Alumni
Gustavo Gutierrez,Edward Malaga-Trillo,Pilar Mazzetti,Patricia J. Garcia
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Available
Student Clubs
true
Library Resources
Specialized medical library with extensive digital access to PubMed and international journals.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available