Study in Australia
Universities in Guatemala

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala

Rankings, Programs/Courses, Tuition & Admissions

country rank  6
world rank  5258

Publish your
uniRank University Ranking™

Overview

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala (Mariano Galvez University of Guatemala) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala. This institution also has branch campuses in Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Chimaltenango, El Progreso, Escuintla, Huehuetenango, Izabal, Jalapa, Jutiapa, Petén, Quetzaltenango, Quiché, Retalhuleu, Sacatepéquez, San Marcos, Santa Rosa, Sololá, Suchítepequez, Totonicapan and Zacapa. Founded in 1966, Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala (UMG) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Consejo de la Enseñanza Privada Superior. UMG offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate 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 60-year-old Guatemalan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. UMG also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Mariano Galvez University of Guatemala
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UMG
Founded 1966
Motto Conoceréis la Verdad, y la Verdad os hará Libres
Colours Red and blue
Mascot

Do you work for this university?

CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY

Location

Address 3a. Avenida 9-00, Zona 2 Interior Finca El Zapote
Guatemala City
01002 Guatemala
Guatemala
Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's location map and satellite view Location Map
Satellite View
Street View
Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Phone Number 2411 1800
Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Fax Number 2411 1768
Other locations Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Chimaltenango, El Progreso, Escuintla, Huehuetenango, Izabal, Jalapa, Jutiapa, Petén, Quetzaltenango, Quiché, Retalhuleu, Sacatepéquez, San Marcos, Santa Rosa, Sololá, Suchítepequez, Totonicapan and Zacapa

Video Presentation

n.a.

Website

Search Engine

for programs, courses, degrees, tuition fees, admission policy and requirements, acceptance rate, accreditation, facilities, services, affiliations or any other information you want to find and learn about Mariano Galvez University of Guatemala. Our search engine is powered by Google.
Mariano Galvez University of Guatemala's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



Tip: search for Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's accreditations with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

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 Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

Related Guide Articles

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Academic Programs/Courses

Click here to explore a list of , or if they are not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.


Related Guides

You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala.



Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

Tip: search for Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's tuition fees with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Admission Info


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Admission Office Admission Office

3a. Avenida 9-00, Zona 2, Interior Finca El Zapote, Administrative Building 1st. Floor
Guatemala City 01002
2411 1800


Tip: search for Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine


Related Guide Articles

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.

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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Size and Profile


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala is Christian-Evangelical Religious Affiliation

Christian-Evangelical.



Related Guide Articles

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Facilities and Services

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Facilities


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Library


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Services


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Related Guide Articles

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's facilities and services.

Academic Structure

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Organisational Structure

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

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala
  • Faculty of Architecture
  • Faculty of Administration Sciences
  • Faculty of Communication Sciences
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Legal and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Medical Sciences and Health
  • Faculty of Nursing
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Engineering in Information Systems
  • Faculty of Civil Engineering
  • Faculty of Dentistry
  • Faculty of Theology

Related Guide Articles

Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.

Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala Affiliations and Memberships

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's official affiliations and memberships to higher education-related organizations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE UNIVERSITY).



Related Guide Articles

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

n.a.


Related Guide Articles

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.

Do you work for this university?

CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITY

Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's Wikipedia article

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Country Featured Universities

Unlock your University's potential: spotlight your Institution on UniRank for leads, local recognition and branding. Enquiry now to feature your University here.

Online Courses You Can Trust

Coursera Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala public or private?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala profit or non-profit?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala in terms of enrollment?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala in terms of academic staff?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.

Is Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala use?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez 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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala affiliated with?

Christian-Evangelical.

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately 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 Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala UMG?

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 Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala UMG located?

Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala is located in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala. Address: 3a. Avenida 9-00, Zona 2 Interior Finca El Zapote.

Is Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala UMG accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universidad Mariano Gálvez de Guatemala have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

Related Resources