Established in 1937, the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana (Pontificia Bolivariana University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Medellín (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Antioquia. This institution also has branch campuses in Bogotá, Bucaramanga, Montería and Palmira. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana (UPB) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana (UPB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 87-year-old Colombian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name (English) | Pontificia Bolivariana University |
Acronym | UPB |
Founded | 1937 |
Motto | Formación integral para la transformación social y humana Integral education for social and human transformation |
Colours | Red, yellow and black |
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Address | Circular 1 No. 70-01 Medellín 56006 Antioquia Colombia |
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+57 (4) 354 4546 |
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+57 (4) 250 2080 |
Other locations | Bogotá, Bucaramanga, Montería and Palmira |
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The following Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana'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 Pontificia Bolivariana's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
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International students |
0-999 US$ (0-910 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 Pontificia Bolivariana's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana has more than 200 international students.Tip: search for Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana.
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana is a private higher education institution.
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
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Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2006
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