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Universidad del Valle de Guatemala

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world rank  4842

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Overview

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (University of the Valley of Guatemala) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala. Established in 1966, Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Consejo de la Enseñanza Privada Superior. UVG 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. This 60-year-old Guatemalan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UVG also offers 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.

Snapshot

Control

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of the Valley of Guatemala
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UVG
Founded 1966
Motto Excelencia que trasciende
Excellence that transcends
Colours Green
Mascot

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Location

Address 18 Avenida 11-95, Zona 15, Vista Hermosa III
Guatemala City
01015 Guatemala
Guatemala
Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Phone Number 2364 0336
Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Fax Number 2364 0212
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Website

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University of the Valley of Guatemala's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Consejo de la Enseñanza Privada Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Agencia Centroamericana de Acreditación de Programas de Arquitectura y de Ingeniería (ACAAI)


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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 del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala.



Universidad del Valle de Guatemala: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 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 Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidad del Valle de Guatemala website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Admission Info


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately 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 del Valle de Guatemala's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Admission Office Admission Office

18 Avenida 11-95, Zona 15, Vista Hermosa III
Guatemala City 01015
2364 0336


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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 Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Size and Profile


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's academic staff number is not reported.


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Control Type Control Type

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Facilities


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Library


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Housing University Housing

Yes


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Services


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Sciences and Humanities
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad del Valle de Guatemala public or private?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala profit or non-profit?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala in terms of enrollment?

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

What is the size of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala in terms of academic staff?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Universidad del Valle de Guatemala a coeducational institution?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala use?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala 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 del Valle de Guatemala affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Universidad del Valle de Guatemala UVG?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidad del Valle de Guatemala UVG located?

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is located in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala. Address: 18 Avenida 11-95, Zona 15, Vista Hermosa III.

Is Universidad del Valle de Guatemala UVG accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad del Valle de Guatemala is accredited by Consejo de la Enseñanza Privada Superior (since 1966).

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universidad del Valle de Guatemala have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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