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Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar

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Overview

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar (Technological University of Bolívar) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia. Founded in 1970, Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar (UTB) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional. UTB provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees and master's 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 55-year-old Colombian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 90-99%. This places it among a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. UTB also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Technological University of Bolívar
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UTB
Founded 1970
Motto
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Location

Address Parque Industrial y Tecnolócico Carlos Vélez Pombo, Ternera KM 1 Vía a Turbaco
Cartagena
0905 Bolivar
Colombia
Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Phone Number (5) 653 5200
Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Fax Number (5) 661 9240
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Website

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Technological University of Bolívar's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2000


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA)


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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 Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar.



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

Admissions

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Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Admission Office Admission Office

Parque Industrial y Tecnolócico Carlos Vélez Pombo, Ternera KM 1 Vía a Turbaco
Cartagena de Indias 0905
(5) 653 5200 Ext 352


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Size and Profile

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Size and Profile


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Facilities


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Library


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Services


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar public or private?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar profit or non-profit?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar in terms of enrollment?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar in terms of academic staff?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar use?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar 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 Tecnológica de Bolívar affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar UTB?

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 Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar UTB located?

Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar is located in Cartagena, Bolivar, Colombia. Address: Parque Industrial y Tecnolócico Carlos Vélez Pombo, Ternera KM 1 Vía a Turbaco.

Is Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar UTB accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Nacional (since 2000).

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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