Lyceum‑Northwestern University, founded in 1969 as the Dagupan City School of Nursing and achieving university status in 2001, is a private, non‑sectarian institution .It offers over 60 programs across medicine, allied health, engineering, business, maritime, and more, serving around 9,000 students, including ~1,800 international enrollees . The Doctor of Medicine program is WHO‑, ECFMG‑, and MCI/NMC‑recognized and follows an American-style curriculum with early clinical exposure  .L‑NU boasts modern facilities, strong board exam results (e.g. ~53% MD pass rate), international partnerships (UMAP, SEAMEO, Erasmus), and active community engagement  Known for affordable tuition, supportive campus life, and a crime-free campus in Dagupan, it attracts students from over 24 countries.