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University of Guayaquil

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Overview

Universidad de Guayaquil (University of Guayaquil) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the metropolis of Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador. Founded in 1867, Universidad de Guayaquil (UG) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior. UG provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's 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 159-year-old Ecuadorian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UG also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Guayaquil's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Guayaquil's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Guayaquil' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Guayaquil's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) University of Guayaquil
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UG
Founded 1867
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Location

Address Ciudadela Universitaria
Guayaquil
Guayas
Ecuador
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University of Guayaquil Phone Number (4) 229 6580
University of Guayaquil Fax Number (4) 228 1559
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Website

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University of Guayaquil's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Guayaquil 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


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 University of Guayaquil 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

University of Guayaquil Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Universidad de Guayaquil: 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
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Guayaquil Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Guayaquil Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Guayaquil 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 University of Guayaquil.



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

Admissions

University of Guayaquil Admission Info


University of Guayaquil's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Guayaquil's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Guayaquil has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Guayaquil 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


University of Guayaquil's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


University of Guayaquil's Admission Office Admission Office






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

Size and Profile

University of Guayaquil Size and Profile


University of Guayaquil's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Guayaquil has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Guayaquil's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Guayaquil's academic staff number is not reported.


University of Guayaquil's Control Type Control Type

University of Guayaquil is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Guayaquil's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Guayaquil 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.


University of Guayaquil's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Guayaquil's main campus setting is not reported.


University of Guayaquil's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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


University of Guayaquil's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Guayaquil is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Guayaquil Facilities


University of Guayaquil's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Guayaquil's Library


University of Guayaquil's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Guayaquil's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Guayaquil's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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University of Guayaquil's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Guayaquil's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University of Guayaquil's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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University of Guayaquil's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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University of Guayaquil's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

University of Guayaquil Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Guayaquil Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Guayaquil public or private?

University of Guayaquil is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Guayaquil profit or non-profit?

University of Guayaquil 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 University of Guayaquil in terms of enrollment?

University of Guayaquil has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.

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

University of Guayaquil's academic staff number is not reported.

Is University of Guayaquil a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Guayaquil use?

University of Guayaquil 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 University of Guayaquil affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Guayaquil admit international students?

Not reported.

What is University of Guayaquil's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Guayaquil 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend University of Guayaquil UG?

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

Where is University of Guayaquil UG located?

University of Guayaquil is located in Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador. Address: Ciudadela Universitaria.

Is University of Guayaquil UG accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Guayaquil is accredited by Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior (since ).

Does University of Guayaquil offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Guayaquil provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Guayaquil have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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