Established in 1958, the Universidad del Magdalena (University of Magdalena) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Santa Marta (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Magdalena. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad del Magdalena (UNIMAGDALENA) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution. Universidad del Magdalena (UNIMAGDALENA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 65-year-old Colombian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UNIMAGDALENA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name (English) | University of Magdalena |
Acronym | UNIMAGDALENA |
Founded | 1958 |
Motto | Una universidad + incluyente e innovadora A more inclusive and innovative University |
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Address | Carrera 32 No. 22-08 Sector San Pedro Alejandrino Santa Marta Magdalena Colombia |
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+57 (5) 430 1292 |
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+57 (5) 430 6237 |
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The following Universidad del Magdalena'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 del Magdalena's academic range and degree level offering.
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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 del Magdalena's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidad del Magdalena a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Universidad del Magdalena's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad del Magdalena.
Universidad del Magdalena has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidad del Magdalena is a public higher education institution.
Universidad del Magdalena is a non-profit higher education institution.
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This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Universidad del Magdalena does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad del Magdalena's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad del Magdalena's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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Universidad del Magdalena is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia
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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.
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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
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