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Adventist University of Central America

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Overview

Universidad Adventista de Centro América (Adventist University of Central America) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the metropolis of Alajuela, Costa Rica. Established in 1927, Universidad Adventista de Centro América (UNADECA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Pública. UNADECA provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master'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. UNADECA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, and administrative services.

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Control

Adventist University of Central America's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Adventist University of Central America's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Adventist University of Central America' Size by Total Enrollmentnot reported

Selectivity

Adventist University of Central America's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name (English) Adventist University of Central America
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Acronym UNADECA
Founded 1927
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Location

Address 1 1/2 al norte carretera al Volcán Póas, la Ceiba
Alajuela
4050 Alajuela
Costa Rica
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Adventist University of Central America Phone Number 2436 3300
Adventist University of Central America Fax Number 2441 3465
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Adventist University of Central America's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Adventist University of Central America is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Pública

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional de Enseñanza Superior Universitaria Privada (CONESUP)


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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 Adventist University of Central America 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

Adventist University of Central America Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Adventist University of Central America Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Adventist University of Central America Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Adventist University of Central America 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 Adventist University of Central America.



Adventist University of Central America: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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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 Adventist University of Central America Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Adventist University of Central America website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Adventist University of Central America Admission Info


Adventist University of Central America's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Adventist University of Central America is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Adventist University of Central America's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Adventist University of Central America has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Adventist University of Central America'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


Adventist University of Central America's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


Adventist University of Central America's Admission Office Admission Office

1 1/2 al norte carretera al Volcán Póas, la Ceiba
Alajuela 4050
2436 3303
2436 3319

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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 Adventist University of Central America's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Adventist University of Central America Size and Profile


Adventist University of Central America's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Adventist University of Central America's total enrolment number is not reported.


Adventist University of Central America's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Adventist University of Central America's academic staff number is not reported.


Adventist University of Central America's Control Type Control Type

Adventist University of Central America 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.


Adventist University of Central America's Entity Type Entity Type

Adventist University of Central America 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.


Adventist University of Central America's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Adventist University of Central America's main campus setting is not reported.


Adventist University of Central America's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Adventist University of Central America adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Adventist University of Central America's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Adventist University of Central America is Christian-Adventist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Adventist. Seventh Day Adventist - www.adventist.org



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Facilities and Services

Adventist University of Central America Facilities


Adventist University of Central America's Library University Library

Yes Visit Adventist University of Central America's Library


Adventist University of Central America's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Adventist University of Central America's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Adventist University of Central America's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Adventist University of Central America's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Adventist University of Central America's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Adventist University of Central America's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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Adventist University of Central America's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Adventist University of Central America's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Adventist University of Central America Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Adventist University of Central America Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adventist University of Central America public or private?

Adventist University of Central America 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 Adventist University of Central America profit or non-profit?

Adventist University of Central America 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 Adventist University of Central America in terms of enrollment?

Adventist University of Central America's total enrolment number is not reported.

What is the size of Adventist University of Central America in terms of academic staff?

Adventist University of Central America's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Adventist University of Central America a coeducational institution?

Adventist University of Central America is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Adventist University of Central America use?

Adventist University of Central America adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is Adventist University of Central America affiliated with?

Christian-Adventist. Seventh Day Adventist - www.adventist.org

Does Adventist University of Central America admit international students?

Not reported.

What is Adventist University of Central America's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Adventist University of Central America'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 Adventist University of Central America UNADECA?

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

Where is Adventist University of Central America UNADECA located?

Adventist University of Central America is located in Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica. Address: 1 1/2 al norte carretera al Volcán Póas, la Ceiba.

Is Adventist University of Central America UNADECA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Adventist University of Central America is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Pública (since ).

Does Adventist University of Central America offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Adventist University of Central America offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Adventist University of Central America have a university library?

Yes

Does Adventist University of Central America provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Adventist University of Central America have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Adventist University of Central America offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Adventist University of Central America offer career services?

Not reported

Does Adventist University of Central America offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Adventist University of Central America have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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