Xochicalco University
Why study at Xochicalco University?
- Qualified, bilingual faculty offering practical, hands-on training in real clinical settings
- Domestic and international student support from initial transition to U.S.-based clinical rotations options
and U.S. degree revalidation - IMG Mentorship Program: guidance in USMLE exam preparation and residency applications
- Internationally-accredited (COMAEM, FIMPES) and included in the World Medical Directory
- Bilingual, English dominant Tijuana campus and Traditional modality (Tijuana, Ensenada and Mexicali campuses).
Xochicalco University
Our Mission
To provide society with competent general practitioners capable of addressing healthcare needs at the primary level and within the broader healthcare system, on a regional, national, and global scale, through a curricular, competency-based education. This approach fosters in graduates a commitment to quality professional practice rooted in scientific, ethical, social, and humanistic principles, and distinguishes them by their community engagement and medical research endeavors, alongside their ability to stay current and pursue postgraduate studies. This mission is supported by robust collaboration between the university and healthcare sector, with feedback loops ensuring accountability to the educational community and society at large.
Our Vision
The vision of Xochicalco University's School of Medicine is to lead in the field as one of the first three medical schools in Mexico's Northwest region, accredited by official national and international organizations, with a well-established Public Health & Community Medicine program and post-graduate offerings in the area of health.
Curriculum by semesters
Mexicali: RVOE-BC-L047-M1/19
Ensenada: RVOE-BC-L049-M3/19
- Modules:
- Morphological Medical Sciences
- Functional Medical Sciences
- Clinical Medical Sciences
- Courses:
- Sociology of Health and Communication
- Medical Terminology
- Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry I
- Modules:
- Osteomuscular system
- Respiratory System
- Courses:
- Biochemistry II
- Health Research I
- Public Health and Community Medicine I
- Medical Ethics
- Modules:
- Hematopoietic System
- Cardiovascular System
- Urinary System
- Courses:
- Biochemistry III
- Health Research II
- Public Health and Community Medicine II
- Medical Psychology
- Modules:
- Immune System
- Integumentary System
- Digestive System
- Courses:
- Microbiology I
- Health Research III
- Public Health and Community Medicine III
- Medical Imaging
- Introduction to Surgical Techniques
- Modules:
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Reproductive System
- Courses:
- Microbiology II
- Health Research IV
- Public Health and Community Medicine IV
- Surgical Bases
- Clinical Analysis Workshop
- Modules:
- Pneumology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Cardiology
- Orthopedics
- Courses:
- Health Administration
- Legal Medicine
- Clinical Investigation I
- Clinical Nutrition
- Modules:
- Endocrinology
- Hematology
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Courses:
- Bioethics
- Rheumatology
- Clinical Investigation II
- Psychiatry
- Modules:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Gastroenterology
- Neurology
- Courses:
- Clinical Investigation III
- Immunoallergology
- Oncology
- Geriatrics
- Modules:
- Pediatrics
- Gynecology and Obstetrics
- Emergency Medicine
- Courses:
- Infectiology
- Family Medicine
- Palliative Medicine
- Clinical Investigation IV
- Genetics
Medical Intern Year:
- Gynecology and Obstetrics
- Pediatrics
- Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Family Medicine and General Consultation
Social Service Year:
Practical experience in hospitals, clinics or public health institutions.
- Morphological
- Medical Sciences
- Functional Medical Sciences
- Clinical Medical Sciences
- Sociology of Health and Communication
- Medical Terminology
- Cellular and Molecular
- Biology
- Biochemistry I
- Osteomuscular System
- Respiratory System
- Biochemistry II
- Health Research I
- Public Health and Community Medicine I
- Medical Ethics
- Hematic System
- Cardiovascular System
- Urinary System
- Biochemistry III
- Health Research II
- Public Health and Community Medicine II
- Medical Psychology
- Immune System
- Skin and Appendages
- Digestive System
- Microbiology I
- Health Research III
- Public Health and Community Medicine III
- Medical Imaging
- Introduction to Surgical Techniques
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Reproductive System
- Microbiology II
- Health Research IV
- Public Health and Community Medicine IV
- Fundamentals of Surgery
- Clinical Analysis Workshop
- Pulmonology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Cardiology
- Orthopedic Traumatology
- Health Administration
- Legal Medicine
- Clinical Research I
- Clinical Nutrition
- Endocrinology
- Hematology
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Bioethics
- Rheumatology
- Clinical Research II
- Psychiatry
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Gastroenterology
- Neurology
- Clinical Research III
- Allergy & Clinical Immunology
- Oncology
- Geriatrics
- Pediatrics
- Gynecology-Obstetrics
- Medical-Surgical Emergencies
- Infectious diseases
- Family Medicine
- Palliative Medicine
- Clinical Research IV
- Genetics
International Medical Graduate (IMG) Mentorship Program
What does the IMG Program offer?
- Study plans and mentorship (for USMLE STEPS & OET exams).
- Assistance with the required documentation and administrative procedures.
- Residency application preparation assistance.
- Clinical opportunities in the U.S.
- A larger community & network of students, alumni and partners pursuing their specialties in the U.S.
How can I join the Mentorship Program?
- Make the decision to pursue medical residency in the U.S.
- Create a USMLE ID through ECFMG (Educational Commission of Foreign Medical Graduates).
- Interview with the Global Health department (An interview request can be sent to cesarmendez@xochicalco.edu.mx and isabella@ceneu.com).
Applicant Profile
Prospective students aspiring to enroll in our medical school should possess the following competencies:
- An awareness of the human body and its vital processes, as well as factors contributing to health and disease.
- The ability to identify problems, formulate hypotheses, apply the scientific method and aptly consult reliable sources as part of the experiment and research process.
- The ability to interpret and produce written messages in English and Spanish accurately.
- A high level of responsibility and dedication regarding one's studies, workload and deadlines.
''At Xochicalco University, we use a mixed modular teaching system that facilitates an early introduction to clinical medicine. Our curriculum is based on the application of medical knowledge in clinics and hospitals through direct interaction with patients and their genuine health conditions, and is complemented by our Public Health in Communities program, which allows students to achieve meaningful hands-on and service learning from the first semester."
Dr. José Hurtado
Dean of Faculty, School of Medicine
Admissions Requirements
- SAT Exam a Basic Sciences Exam (in English)
- Applicants will complete the TOEFL exam following the admission exam. A passing score of over 600 points is required.
- Birth certificate, proof of address, high school transcript and diploma, immigration form, and provisional CURP.
- Interview with the coordinator of the School of Medicine.
Additional Information
- If the student passes the admission exam but not the English exam, they may enroll in the International Medicine program as long as they enroll in the English leveling course, a 12-week class with a cost of $3,500.00 MXN pesos.
- We cannot offer scholarships as part of the International Medicine program. However, international students can apply for student loans for the program through Sallie Mae. https://www.salliemae.com/
- Clinical rotations across various U.S.-based institutions in New York, Texas, and beyond are available, for an additional cost.
Student Support & Campus Life
- International library loan program: Access to UCSD, SDSU, CSUF libraries, Spring Link and ProQuest databases.
- Academic events: Campus-wide symposiums, expositions and conferences.
- Tutoring Services; Language Center; Career Center.
- Sports & recreation teams; art, poetry, music and culture nights.
