
Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar, Ecuador (Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador. This institution also has a branch campus in La Paz. Founded in 1985, Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar, Ecuador (UASB) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior. UASB provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields 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 40-year-old Ecuadorian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 50-59%. It is considered an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UASB also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.
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non-profit
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very small-sized
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averagely selective
| Name (English) | Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador |
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| Name | Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar, Ecuador |
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| Acronym | UASB |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Motto | Excelencia en el posgrado Excelence in Graduate Studies |
| Colours | Green and yellow |
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CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY| Address | Toledo N 22-80 Quito 17-12-569 Pichincha Ecuador |
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| (2) 322 8085 | |
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| Other locations | La Paz |
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2010
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador 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 Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador's academic range and degree level offering.
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| A&H | Yes | |||
| L&C | Yes | Yes | ||
| B&S | Yes | Yes | ||
| M&H | Yes | Yes | ||
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador 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 Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador.
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| Local students |
Not reported | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
| International students |
Not reported | 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) |
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Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.
This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
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Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador 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.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.
Simón Bolívar Andean University, Ecuador adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.
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