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Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba

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Overview

Universidad Privada Abierta Latinoamericana (Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Cochabamba, Bolivia. This institution also has a branch campus in Oruro. Established in 1990, Universidad Privada Abierta Latinoamericana (UPAL) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Bolivia. UPAL provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. UPAL also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name (English) Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UPAL
Founded 1990
Motto La practica lo hace perfecto
Practice makes perfect
Colours Green and blue
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Location

Address Tupac Amaru #1800 esq. Paso del Inca
Cochabamba
Cochabamba
Bolivia
Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Phone Number (4) 448 6100
Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Fax Number (4) 411 6857
Other locations Oruro

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Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación, Bolivia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1995


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba 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 Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Privada Abierta Latinoamericana: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba.



Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Admission Info


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Admission Office Admission Office

Tupac Amaru #1800 esq. Paso del Inca
Cochabamba
(4) 448 6100


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Size and Profile

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Size and Profile


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Control Type Control Type

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Entity Type Entity Type

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Facilities


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Library University Library

Yes Visit Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Library


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Services


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Privada Abierta Latinoamericana's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Asociación Nacional de Universidades Privadas (ANUP)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba public or private?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba profit or non-profit?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba in terms of enrollment?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba in terms of academic staff?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba a coeducational institution?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba use?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba affiliated with?

None.

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba admit international students?

Yes.

What is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba UPAL?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba UPAL located?

Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is located in Cochabamba, Cochabamba, Bolivia. Address: Tupac Amaru #1800 esq. Paso del Inca.

Is Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba UPAL accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba is accredited by Ministerio de Educación, Bolivia (since 1995).

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba have a university library?

Yes

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba offer career services?

Not reported

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Latin American Private Open University, Cochabamba have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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