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Top Cheapest Medical Schools Abroad for Nigerian Students
  18. August 2025     Admin  

Top Cheapest Medical Schools Abroad for Nigerian Students



1. Europe & Latin America (Highly Affordable)

  • University of Buenos Aires – Argentina
    Tuition: Free (small admin fees). Language: Spanish. Recognized globally.

2. Eastern Europe

  • Ternopil State Medical University – Ukraine
    Tuition: ~$3,700–$4,100/year. English programs. Low living costs. 
  • Odesa International Medical University – Ukraine
    Tuition: ~$3,900/year. Recognized by WHO, Medical Council of Nigeria, and other AFR/European bodies.
  • Kazan State Medical University – Russia
    Tuition: ~$4,580/year. Strong academic reputation. 
  • Other Russian Institutions
    Tuition: $3,700–$6,000/year depending on the university. 
  • Poznan University of Medical Sciences – Poland
    Tuition: ~$6,500/year. 

3. Asia: Super Affordable Options

  • All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) – India
    Tuition: <$1,000/year. One of the world’s most affordable and respected medical colleges.
  • Bangladesh & Nepal Universities
    Tuition: $2,000–$5,500/year for universities like University of Dhaka and Kathmandu University. 
  • China Medical Universities
    Tuition: ~$3,800–$6,000/year for schools like Fujian Medical University and Dalian Medical University. 

4. Africa: Affordable Regional Options

  • Muhimbili University of Health & Allied Sciences – Tanzania
    Tuition: ~$2,500–$4,000/year. 
  • University of Ibadan – Nigeria
    Tuition: ~$1,200–$3,000/year. Local option. 
  • University of Nairobi – Kenya
    Tuition: ~$5,000/year. 

5. Tuition-Free or Heavily Subsidized

  • Germany (Public Universities)
    Almost no tuition fees for international students (German language required).
  • Cuba – Latin American School of Medicine (ELAM)
    Free tuition, room & board; stipend provided. A global scholarship model. 

Important Considerations Beyond Tuition

  • Language of Instruction – Choose English-medium programs like those in Poland, Russia, India, and Ukraine to avoid language hurdles.
  • Living Costs – Eastern Europe and parts of Asia offer low cost-of-living; check city-specific data.
  • Degree Recognition – Confirm the school is recognized by bodies like WHO, Medical Council of Nigeria, FMGE, ECFMG, etc.
  • Visa & Post-Graduation Paths – Review student visa conditions and residency/return pathways ahead of time.
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