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APEC University

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Overview

Universidad APEC (APEC University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic. This institution also has a branch campus in Santiago. Founded in 1965, Universidad APEC (UNAPEC) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología. UNAPEC offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as 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 61-year-old Dominican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. UNAPEC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

APEC University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

APEC University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

APEC University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

APEC University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name (English) APEC University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNAPEC
Founded 1965
Motto Educaciòn de Calidad con Equidad
Quality education with equity
Colours Blue, white and gold
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Location

Address Avenida Máximo Gómez 72
Santo Domingo
10100 Distrito Nacional
Dominican Republic
APEC University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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APEC University Phone Number (809) 686 0021
APEC University Fax Number (809) 685 5581
Other locations Santiago

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APEC University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

APEC University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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 APEC 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

APEC University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

APEC University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

APEC University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of APEC 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 APEC University.



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

Admissions

APEC University Admission Info


APEC University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


APEC University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

APEC University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

APEC University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, 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


APEC University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


APEC University's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Máximo Gómez 72
Santo Domingo
(809) 686 0021


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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 APEC University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

APEC University Size and Profile


APEC University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

APEC University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


APEC University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

APEC University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


APEC University's Control Type Control Type

APEC 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.


APEC University's Entity Type Entity Type

APEC 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.


APEC University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


APEC University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

APEC University adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


APEC University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


APEC University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

APEC University Facilities


APEC University's Library University Library

Yes Visit APEC University's Library


APEC University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


APEC University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


APEC University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

APEC University Services


APEC University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


APEC University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


APEC University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

APEC University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


APEC University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

APEC University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

APEC University Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is APEC University public or private?

APEC 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 APEC University profit or non-profit?

APEC 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 APEC University in terms of enrollment?

APEC University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

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

APEC University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is APEC University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does APEC University use?

APEC University adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is APEC University affiliated with?

None.

Does APEC University admit international students?

Yes.

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

APEC University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, 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 APEC University UNAPEC?

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

Where is APEC University UNAPEC located?

APEC University is located in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic. Address: Avenida Máximo Gómez 72.

Is APEC University UNAPEC accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, APEC University is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología (since ).

Does APEC University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does APEC University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does APEC University have a university library?

Yes

Does APEC University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does APEC University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does APEC University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does APEC University offer career services?

Yes

Does APEC University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does APEC University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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