Founded in 1979, the Universidad ICESI (ICESI University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Cali (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Valle del Cauca. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad ICESI is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution. Universidad ICESI offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 44-year-old Colombian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Colombian higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Universidad ICESI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Control
private
Entity
non-profit
Size
medium-sized
Selectivity
extremely selective
Name | Universidad ICESI ![]() |
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Name (English) | ICESI University |
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Founded | 1979 |
Motto | Aprendemos a conocer y actuar para construir un mundo mejor. We learn to know and act to build a better world. |
Colours | Blue, white and green |
Mascot | Andy the Squirrel |
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Address | Calle 18 No. 122-135 Cali 760031 Valle del Cauca Colombia |
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+57 (2) 555 2334 |
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+57 (2) 555 1441 |
What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.
The following Universidad ICESI's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidad ICESI's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
International students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad ICESI's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidad ICESI a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Universidad ICESI's acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Icesi University has more than 100 international students.Tip: search for Universidad ICESI's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad ICESI.
Universidad ICESI has an enrollment range of 6,000-6,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 700-799 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidad ICESI is a private higher education institution.
Universidad ICESI is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Universidad ICESI does not have any religious affiliation.
What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad ICESI's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad ICESI's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.
Universidad ICESI is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2010
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uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad ICESI's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidad ICESI 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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Universidad ICESI is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.
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