MBBS Fees in Philippines 2026 — University Wise

Compare tuition, hostel, and total 6-year costs for 80 MBBS universities in Philippines. 27 NMC approved.

Universities

$675

Min/yr

$16,500

Max/yr

$4,164

Average/yr

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#	University	City	Tuition/yr	Hostel/yr	Total 6yr	NMC	FMGE%
1	La Salle University	Philadelphia	$675	—	$4,050	—	—
2	De La Salle University	Manila	$677	$10,180	$4,062	—	—
3	Central Luzon State University	Muñoz	$893	—	$5,358	—	—
4	Saint Louis University	Baguio	$1,035	—	$6,210	—	63%
5	Feati University	Manila	$2,143	—	$12,858	—	—
6	De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute	Dasmariñas	$2,250	—	$13,500	NMC	—
7	Adamson University	Manila	$2,251	—	$13,506	—	—
8	Silliman University	Dumaguete City	$2,289	—	$13,734	—	—
9	Centro Escolar University		$2,300	—	$13,800	—	—
10	Cagayan State University	Tuguegarao City	$2,500	$2,088	$15,000	—	48%
11	San Beda College of Medicine	Manila	$2,500	—	$15,000	NMC	—
12	San Beda University	Manila	$2,500	—	$15,000	NMC	—
13	Liceo de Cagayan University	Cagayan de Oro	$2,675	$688.77	$16,050	—	—
14	University of Santo Tomas	Manila	$2,862	$98.52	$17,172	—	—
15	University of San Carlos	Cebu	$3,000	—	$18,000	—	—
16	University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center	Quezon City	$3,036	—	$18,216	—	—
17	Bicol University	Legazpi City	$3,117	—	$18,702	NMC	—
18	Bicol University College of Medicine	Legazpi	$3,117	—	$18,702	NMC	—
19	Bicol Christian College of Medicine	scenic city of Legazpi	$3,117	—	$18,702	NMC	13%
20	Foundation University	Islamabad	$3,315	—	$19,890	—	—
21	Davao Medical School Foundation	Davao City	$3,517	$2,940	$21,102	—	37%
22	Brokenshire College School of Medicine	Davao City	$3,620	$175	$19,284	NMC	—
23	Lyceum Northwestern University	Dagupan	$3,813	$1,000	$22,878	—	48%
24	New Era University College of Medicine	Quezon City	$4,000	—	$24,000	—	—
25	Iloilo Doctors College of Medicine	Iloilo City	$4,167	—	$25,002	NMC	—
26	University of Iloilo	Iloilo	$4,167	—	$25,002	—	—
27	Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation	San Carlos City, Pangasinan	$4,243	—	$25,458	—	29%
28	St Paul University Philippines	Tuguegarao City	$4,331	$1,100	$25,986	—	—
29	Central Philippine University	Jaro	$4,750	$1,000	$28,500	—	—
30	Southwestern University	Georgetown	$5,000	$570	$30,000	—	52%
31	UV Gullas College of Medicine	Cebu City	$5,033	$206	$30,198	NMC	—
32	Ateneo de Manila University	Quezon City	$5,141	—	$30,846	—	—
33	AMA School of Medicine	Makati City	$5,500	—	$33,000	—	28%
34	Our Lady of Fatima University	Valenzuela	$5,500	—	$33,000	—	38%
35	Central Visayas Medical Academy	Cebu	$5,618	$1,000	$33,708	NMC	—
36	Cebu Institute of Medicine	Cebu City	$5,647	$1,000	$33,882	—	100%
37	Cebu Institute Of Medicine Verified	Cebu	$5,647	$1,000	$33,882	NMC	—
38	Emilio Aguinaldo College	Manila	$8,398	$1,742	$50,388	—	29%
39	Far Eastern University	Vladivostok City	$8,839	—	$53,034	—	50%
40	Manila Central University	Caloocan City	$11,031	$900	$66,186	NMC	100%
41	Fatima Medical Science Foundation		$16,500	—	$99,000	—	—
42	Ateneo de Iloilo University	Iloilo City	—	—	—	—	—
43	Bangsamoro Medical University	Cotabato	—	—	—	—	—
44	Assumption University	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
45	Ateneo de Zamboanga University	Zamboanga City	—	—	—	—	—
46	Baguio Central University	Baguio	—	—	—	—	—
47	Cagayan Valley Medical College	Tuguegarao City	—	—	—	NMC	—
48	CALABARZON Medical Institute	Laguna	—	—	—	NMC	—
49	Capitol Medical Center Colleges		—	—	—	—	—
50	Cebu Doctors University	Mandaue City	—	—	—	—	100%
51	Colegio de San Juan de Letran	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
52	Divine Word University	Tacloban	—	—	—	—	—
53	Eastern Visayas Medical Institute	Tacloban	—	—	—	—	—
54	FEBIAS College of Medicine		—	—	—	—	—
55	Ilocos Region Medical Institute	Vigan	—	—	—	NMC	—
56	Mapua University	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
57	Medical College of Northern Philippines		—	—	—	NMC	—
58	Manila Doctors College of Medicine	Manila	—	—	—	NMC	—
59	Medical College of Northern Philippines		—	—	—	—	—
60	Mimaropa Medical School	Calapan	—	—	—	NMC	—
61	Mindanao State University	Marawi City	—	—	—	—	—
62	Northern Mindanao College of Medicine	Cagayan de Oro	—	—	—	NMC	—
63	Northern Mindanao Medical Academy	Iligan	—	—	—	NMC	—
64	Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila	heart of	—	—	—	NMC	—
65	Philippine Women's University	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
66	Soccsksargen Medical Institute	Koronadal	—	—	—	—	—
67	Technological Institute of the Philippines	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
68	University of Pangasinan	Dagupan	—	—	—	—	—
69	University of the Cordilleras	Baguio	—	—	—	—	—
70	University of the East	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
71	University of the Philippines College of Medicine	Manila	—	—	—	NMC	—
72	Visayas State University	Baybay	—	—	—	NMC	—
73	West Visayas State University	Iloilo City	—	—	—	—	—
74	Ateneo de Zamboanga University School of Medicine	Zamboanga City	—	—	—	—	—
75	Angeles University Foundation	Angeles	—	—	—	NMC	60%
76	University of the Philippines Manila	Manila	—	—	—	—	—
77	Xavier University	Cagayan de Oro City	—	—	—	—	—
78	St. Luke's Medical Center College of Medicine		—	—	—	NMC	—
79	St. Luke'S Medical Center College Of Medicine	Quezon City	—	—	—	NMC	—
80	Zamboanga Peninsula Medical School	Zamboanga	—	—	—	NMC	—

MBBS Fee Structure in Philippines for Indian Students 2026

The annual MBBS tuition fees in Philippines range from $675 to $16,500 (approximately ₹57K to ₹1403K per year). The total 6-year cost including tuition, hostel, food, and living expenses typically ranges from ₹3 to ₹84 lakhs.

Government universities in Philippines generally offer lower fees than private institutions. 27 out of 80 universities are NMC approved — only apply to NMC-approved universities if you plan to practice medicine in India. Always verify the latest fee structure directly with the university before making a decision, as fees may change between admission cycles.

What MBBS Fees in Philippines Actually Include

When you compare MBBS fees in Philippines, look past the headline tuition number to the full picture. A complete budget has three parts: tuition (paid to the university, usually annually), accommodation (university hostel is cheapest; private flats cost 30–40% more), and living expenses (food, transport, mobile — typically ₹8,000–25,000/month for CIS/Asia destinations).

On top of these, plan for one-time and annual costs that don't appear in the tuition figure: round-trip flights home, mandatory health insurance, visa/residence renewals, and — for colder countries — winter clothing. Building these in from day one is the difference between a realistic budget and a mid-course cash crunch.

MBBS in Philippines Fees vs Studying in India

The reason lakhs of Indian students look to Philippines is the fee gap. A full MBBS in Philippines typically totals ₹3–84 lakh including living costs, while a private or deemed MBBS seat in India runs ₹60 lakh–1 crore+. For a NEET-qualified student who misses a government seat in India, an NMC-approved university in Philippines delivers a recognised medical degree at a fraction of the private-India cost — provided you choose on FMGE track record and recognition, not fees alone.

MBBS Fees in Philippines — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cost of MBBS in Philippines for Indian students?

The total 6-year cost of MBBS in Philippines — tuition plus hostel and living expenses — typically ranges from ₹3 to ₹84 lakhs, depending on whether you choose a government or private university. Tuition alone runs about $675–$16,500 per year. This is far below the ₹60 lakh–1 crore+ cost of a private MBBS seat in India.

Are MBBS fees in Philippines cheaper at government or private universities?

Government (state-funded) universities in Philippines generally have lower tuition than private ones, and often larger teaching hospitals. Private universities cost more but may offer more flexible admission and English-medium instruction. Compare the full 6-year cost, not just first-year tuition, and always confirm NMC approval either way.

What extra costs should I budget for beyond tuition in Philippines?

Beyond tuition and hostel, budget for one-time and recurring extras: flights home (usually twice a year), health insurance (mandatory), visa/residence renewals, winter clothing if Philippines is cold, and a local SIM plus food. These typically add ₹1–3 lakh across the whole course.

Do MBBS fees in Philippines include hostel and food?

Not always — many universities quote tuition separately from hostel and mess fees. The table above shows tuition and, where available, total cost. Always ask the university for an itemised fee structure (tuition + hostel + any one-time charges) in writing before paying.

Can I pay MBBS fees in Philippines in instalments?

Most universities collect fees annually or per semester rather than the full course upfront, and many Indian banks offer education loans (often up to ₹1.5 crore) that disburse per year. Confirm the exact payment schedule with your specific university and lender.