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Universidad de la Amazonia

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country rank  83
world rank  5941

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Overview

Universidad de la Amazonia (University of the Amazon) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Florencia, Caqueta, Colombia. Founded in 1982, Universidad de la Amazonia is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas 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 43-year-old Colombian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. Universidad de la Amazonia also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidad de la Amazonia's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidad de la Amazonia's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad de la Amazonia' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Universidad de la Amazonia's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of the Amazon
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
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Founded 1982
Motto
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Location

Address Avenida Circunvalar, Barrio Porvenir
Florencia
Caqueta
Colombia
Universidad de la Amazonia's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad de la Amazonia Phone Number (8) 435 8786
Universidad de la Amazonia Fax Number (8) 435 8231
Other locations

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University of the Amazon's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad de la Amazonia is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universidad de la Amazonia Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad de la Amazonia 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 de la Amazonia's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Universidad de la Amazonia Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad de la Amazonia Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad de la Amazonia 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 de la Amazonia.



Universidad de la Amazonia: 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		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 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 Universidad de la Amazonia Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidad de la Amazonia website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidad de la Amazonia Admission Info


Universidad de la Amazonia's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidad de la Amazonia is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidad de la Amazonia's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad de la Amazonia has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad de la Amazonia's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


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 de la Amazonia's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad de la Amazonia's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida circunvalar
florencia
(98) 436 1689


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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 Universidad de la Amazonia's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Universidad de la Amazonia Size and Profile


Universidad de la Amazonia's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad de la Amazonia has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Universidad de la Amazonia's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad de la Amazonia's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Universidad de la Amazonia's Control Type Control Type

Universidad de la Amazonia is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Universidad de la Amazonia's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad de la Amazonia 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 de la Amazonia's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidad de la Amazonia's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidad de la Amazonia's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad de la Amazonia 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 de la Amazonia's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad de la Amazonia is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad de la Amazonia Facilities


Universidad de la Amazonia's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad de la Amazonia's Library


Universidad de la Amazonia's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad de la Amazonia's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad de la Amazonia's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad de la Amazonia Services


Universidad de la Amazonia's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad de la Amazonia's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad de la Amazonia's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad de la Amazonia's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad de la Amazonia's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Universidad de la Amazonia Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad de la Amazonia Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad de la Amazonia public or private?

Universidad de la Amazonia is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Universidad de la Amazonia profit or non-profit?

Universidad de la Amazonia 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 de la Amazonia in terms of enrollment?

Universidad de la Amazonia has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidad de la Amazonia in terms of academic staff?

Universidad de la Amazonia's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Universidad de la Amazonia a coeducational institution?

Universidad de la Amazonia is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidad de la Amazonia use?

Universidad de la Amazonia 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 de la Amazonia affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidad de la Amazonia admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidad de la Amazonia's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad de la Amazonia's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Universidad de la Amazonia ?

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

Where is Universidad de la Amazonia located?

Universidad de la Amazonia is located in Florencia, Caqueta, Colombia. Address: Avenida Circunvalar, Barrio Porvenir.

Is Universidad de la Amazonia accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad de la Amazonia is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Nacional (since ).

Does Universidad de la Amazonia offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Universidad de la Amazonia offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad de la Amazonia have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad de la Amazonia provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universidad de la Amazonia have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad de la Amazonia offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad de la Amazonia offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad de la Amazonia offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universidad de la Amazonia have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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