Parent Guidance — Sending Your Child to DMSF

We Understand This Is a Big Decision

Sending a child abroad for MBBS is one of the most emotional and financial decisions a family makes. Parents worry — and they should. This page is written for parents, not for marketing. It addresses the real questions we hear in every counselling conversation.

Q: Is My Child Safe in the Philippines?

Davao City is consistently rated as one of the safest cities in Southeast Asia. The university campus has 24/7 security, the hostels have CCTV and entry control, and Indian students have studied here safely for decades. In addition, the Indian Embassy maintains contact with the student community.

Q: Will My Child Get Good Food?

Yes. Indian food (South Indian, North Indian, Tamil, vegetarian) is easily available near campus. Many hostel rooms have a kitchenette so students can cook themselves. Indian groceries — masalas, dal, basmati rice, ghee — are stocked in local stores. Read our Indian Food page for full detail.

Q: How Do I Communicate With My Child?

• WhatsApp video calls work perfectly — free over WiFi
• All hostels have high-speed WiFi
• Indian SIM cards work in international roaming, or students get local Philippines SIMs
• Time difference: Philippines is just 2.5 hours ahead of India — easy to coordinate calls

Q: What If There's a Medical Emergency?

DMSF Hospital is on campus — students get immediate medical attention. The hostel coordinator and Maven Educare's team are reachable 24/7. We have a parent emergency protocol that escalates issues to India and to Davao simultaneously.

Q: How Do I Send Money?

• Indian banks handle direct international transfers under LRS (Liberalised Remittance Scheme)
• MD tuition is paid in USD per semester — predictable and manageable
• BS fees are paid in INR to our Chennai office
• Most parents add a monthly allowance via international card or remittance app

Q: Will My Child Be Able to Practice in India?

Yes — provided the child completes the program correctly and clears the FMGE (or NExT exam under new NMC rules). DMSF is fully NMC-aligned in terms of course duration (54 months MD + 12 months internship), so eligibility is preserved. Our team supports students through FMGE preparation as well.

Q: What If My Child Wants to Come Back After 1 Year?

This rarely happens because of the strong Indian community, but if it does — DMSF allows students to take leave. Re-admission rules depend on academic standing. We help families navigate these situations with honesty, not pressure.

Q: How Do I Verify DMSF Is a Real University?

• DMSF is listed in WDOMS (World Directory of Medical Schools)
• DMSF is recognized by the Philippines CHED (Commission on Higher Education)
• NMC accepts DMSF graduates for FMGE/NExT eligibility
• Alumni like Dr. Yubashini are visibly working at hospitals like Apollo Chennai

Q: What Is the Total Cost?

Approximate all-inclusive cost over 6 years: ₹40–43 lakhs (BS ₹10.4L + MD $24,750 + hostel $140/month + food $100/month + visa/flight). Compare to Indian private college: ₹75 lakh – ₹1.25 crore. DMSF saves most families ₹35+ lakhs.