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Marian University

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Overview

Universidad Mariana (Marian University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Pasto, Narino, Colombia. Founded in 1967, Universidad Mariana (UMARIANA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional. UMARIANA 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 and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 59-year-old Colombian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. UMARIANA also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Marian University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Marian University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Marian University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Marian University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Marian University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UMARIANA
Founded 1967
Motto Excelencia educativa para la transformación social
Educational excellence for social transformation
Colours Blue and white
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Location

Address Calle 18 No. 34-104
Pasto
52001 Narino
Colombia
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Marian University Phone Number (2) 724 4460
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Marian University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Marian University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1983


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional para la Enseñanza e Investigación en Psicología (CNEIP)
  • Instituto de Hidrología, Meteorología y Estudios Ambientales (IDEAM)
  • Ministerio de Salud y Protección Social de la República de Colombia


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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 Marian University 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

Marian University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Marian University 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 Marian University's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Mariana: 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 Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Marian University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Marian University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Marian University 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 Marian University.



Marian University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 Marian University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Marian University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Marian University Admission Info


Marian University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Marian University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Marian University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Marian University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Marian University '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


Marian University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Marian University's Admission Office Admission Office

Calle 18 No. 34-104
Pasto 520001
(2) 724 4460
(2) 724 4460

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Marian University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Marian University Size and Profile


Marian University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Marian University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Marian University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Marian University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Marian University's Control Type Control Type

Marian University 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.


Marian University's Entity Type Entity Type

Marian University 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.


Marian University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Marian University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Marian University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Marian University 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.


Marian University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Marian University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic. Community of Franciscan Sisters



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Facilities and Services

Marian University Facilities


Marian University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Marian University's Library


Marian University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Marian University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Marian University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Marian University Services


Marian University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Marian University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Marian University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Marian University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Marian University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Marian University Organisational Structure

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

Universidad Mariana
  • Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Accounting, Economic and Administrative Sciences
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering

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Memberships and Affiliations

Marian University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Red de Instituciones de Educación Superior de Ecuador y Colombia (REDEC)
  • Asociación Colombiana de Universidades (ASCUN)
  • Asociación de Editoriales Universitarias Colombianas (ASEUC)
  • Asociación Colombiana para el Avance de la Ciencia (ACAC)
  • UNIVERSIA


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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marian University public or private?

Marian University 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 Marian University profit or non-profit?

Marian University 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 Marian University in terms of enrollment?

Marian University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Marian University in terms of academic staff?

Marian University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Marian University a coeducational institution?

Marian University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Marian University use?

Marian University 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 Marian University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic. Community of Franciscan Sisters

Does Marian University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Marian University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Marian University '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 Marian University UMARIANA?

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

Where is Marian University UMARIANA located?

Marian University is located in Pasto, Narino, Colombia. Address: Calle 18 No. 34-104.

Is Marian University UMARIANA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Marian University is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Nacional (since 1983).

Does Marian University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Marian University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Marian University have a university library?

Yes

Does Marian University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Marian University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Marian University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Marian University offer career services?

Yes

Does Marian University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Marian University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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