International Higher School of Medicine

Want to study medicine in South Asia? choose International Higher School of Medicine (IHSM), a top leading and top ranked medical university in Kyrgyzstan. This university offers various medicine programs in English language for international students. Plus, it has global recognition, affordable tuition fee and expert faculty.

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About

International Higher School of Medicine

IHSM is a state-recognized institution in Kyrgyzstan and is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. The university is accredited by international and national agencies, including program accreditation for its General Medicine course. It is also recognized by organizations such as WHO and FAIMER, which allows its graduates to continue careers or sit for licensing exams in several countries.

IHSM has campuses in Bishkek and Issyk-Kul. It has its own clinical center called VEDANTA, along with a simulation training center and partnerships with government hospitals, which serve as clinical bases for students. The faculty includes professors, associate professors, and lecturers, many of whom hold PhD or higher medical qualifications. Thousands of students, a large number of them international, are enrolled each year.

Why Choose IHSM

Official Accreditation & Recognition

All educational programs are approved by the relevant Kyrgyzstan ministries. Diplomas for foreign graduates are legalized.

English Curriculum

The entire Medical curriculum is taught in English language which is ideal for international students.

Affordable Tuition

The IHSM has low tuition fee medical education as compared to other European countries.

Modern Facilities and Teaching Hospitals

The university has advanced and modern laboratories, highly equipped stimulation centers, upgraded research institutes along with affiliation with known and loading clinics and hospitals of Serbia for students to gain hands-on clinical training.

Focused Medical Education

The university offers only one 6 year Medicine program that allows full concentration on producing highly skilled future doctors.

FACULTIES

Degrees & Programs

Bachelor's programs

Master’s programs

PHD and Doctoral studies

IHSM offers a wide range of programs, including:

  • General Medicine (MBBS/MD equivalent) for undergraduate students.
  • Master’s programs in areas such as Public Health.
  • PhD and Doctoral studies in Health Sciences.
  • Postgraduate residency programs in medical specialties like surgery, pediatrics, and obstetrics and gynecology.
  • Short-term courses and practical training modules in clinical medicine.
ADMISSIONS & FUNDING OVERVIEW

To apply for admission, international students must meet the following requirements:

  • 12th in Science with 40% in Biology, Chemistry, and English.
  • Valid passport (Minimum 6 Months Validity)
  • Passport-size photographs with white background.
  • Academic transcripts and certificates.
  • Medical fitness certificate.
  • Proof of English proficiency may be required for English-medium programs.
  • NEET Scorecard for Indian Applicants.
  • Deposit slip of tuition fee.

Tuition fees at IHSM are relatively affordable compared to other countries. 

 

General Medicine (MBBS)

For the General Medicine program in English, students can expect annual tuition of around $4000 to $5000 dollars, depending on the intake year and faculty policies. 

 

Additional expenses include hostel accommodation, which is approximately $600 to $1000 per year, medical insurance, visa extension, and daily living costs.

  • IHSM offers limited scholarships, mainly to high-achieving students. While most international students are self-funded, some may benefit from academic excellence awards or external sponsorships.

STUDENT LIFE
Affordable student housing
The accommodation cost is very low, students can easily afford it.
Campus library and study zones
The university has a large library on campus with the latest books and journals.
Cafeteria and rest areas
The university has a lavish cafeteria and various rest areas.
Cultural Events
Every year the IHSM celebrates local Kyrgyzstan traditional events along with international student festivals. Moreover, the university has multicultural evenings where students from across the world share food, music and traditions of their home countries.
Students Arts Clubs
The university has various academic, cultural, and interest based clubs including debate, drama, music, entrepreneurship and sports.
Modern Facilities and Teaching Hospitals
IHSM offers advanced laboratories, simulation centers, research institutes, and affiliations with leading hospitals and clinics for hands-on clinical training.
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