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Universidad del Desarrollo

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Overview

Universidad del Desarrollo (University for Development) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Santiago, Region Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile. This institution also has a branch campus in Concepcion. Founded in 1990, Universidad del Desarrollo (UDD) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación. UDD provides 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 across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 36-year-old Chilean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. UDD also provides 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

Universidad del Desarrollo's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad del Desarrollo's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad del Desarrollo' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universidad del Desarrollo's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) University for Development
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UDD
Founded 1990
Motto Universidad de Exelencia
University of Excellence
Colours Blue and white
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Location

Address Avenida La Plaza 680, Las Condes
Santiago
7610658 Region Metropolitana de Santiago
Chile
Universidad del Desarrollo's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad del Desarrollo Phone Number (2) 2327 9110
Universidad del Desarrollo Fax Number
Other locations Concepcion

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Website

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University for Development's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad del Desarrollo is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad del Desarrollo's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Universidad del Desarrollo as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universidad del Desarrollo Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad del Desarrollo 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 Desarrollo's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad del Desarrollo: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Universidad del Desarrollo Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad del Desarrollo Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad del Desarrollo 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 Universidad del Desarrollo.



Universidad del Desarrollo: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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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 Universidad del Desarrollo Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidad del Desarrollo website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidad del Desarrollo Admission Info


Universidad del Desarrollo's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidad del Desarrollo is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad del Desarrollo has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad del Desarrollo 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


Universidad del Desarrollo's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad del Desarrollo's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida La Plaza 680, Las Condes
Santiago 7610658
(2) 2327 9110


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Size and Profile

Universidad del Desarrollo Size and Profile


Universidad del Desarrollo's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad del Desarrollo has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad del Desarrollo's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Control Type Control Type

Universidad del Desarrollo 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.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad del Desarrollo 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.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidad del Desarrollo's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad del Desarrollo 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.


Universidad del Desarrollo's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad del Desarrollo is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad del Desarrollo Facilities


Universidad del Desarrollo's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad del Desarrollo's Library


Universidad del Desarrollo's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad del Desarrollo's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad del Desarrollo's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad del Desarrollo Services


Universidad del Desarrollo's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Universidad del Desarrollo's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad del Desarrollo's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad del Desarrollo's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Universidad del Desarrollo's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Universidad del Desarrollo Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidad del Desarrollo consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universidad del Desarrollo
  • Faculty of Economics and Business
  • Faculty of Arts and Architecture
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Communications
  • Faculty of Design
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Science Policy
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Educaction
  • Faculty of Psychology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad del Desarrollo Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad del Desarrollo public or private?

Universidad del Desarrollo 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 Universidad del Desarrollo profit or non-profit?

Universidad del Desarrollo 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 Universidad del Desarrollo in terms of enrollment?

Universidad del Desarrollo has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidad del Desarrollo in terms of academic staff?

Universidad del Desarrollo's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.

Is Universidad del Desarrollo a coeducational institution?

Universidad del Desarrollo is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidad del Desarrollo use?

Universidad del Desarrollo 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 Universidad del Desarrollo affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidad del Desarrollo admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidad del Desarrollo's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad del Desarrollo 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Universidad del Desarrollo UDD?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidad del Desarrollo UDD located?

Universidad del Desarrollo is located in Santiago, Region Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile. Address: Avenida La Plaza 680, Las Condes.

Is Universidad del Desarrollo UDD accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad del Desarrollo is accredited by Comisión Nacional de Acreditación (since 2006).

Does Universidad del Desarrollo offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Universidad del Desarrollo offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad del Desarrollo have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad del Desarrollo provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universidad del Desarrollo have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad del Desarrollo offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Universidad del Desarrollo offer career services?

Yes

Does Universidad del Desarrollo offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universidad del Desarrollo have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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