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American University

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Overview

Universidad Americana (American University) is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Asunción, Asuncion, Paraguay. This institution also has branch campuses in Ciudad del Este, Alto Paraná and Encarnación. Founded in 1994, Universidad Americana (UA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior. UA 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 32-year-old Paraguayan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. UA also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

American University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

American University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

American University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

American University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) American University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UA
Founded 1994
Motto Excelencia Académica
Academic Excellence
Colours
Mascot

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Location

Address Avenida Brasilia 1100
Asunción
1429 Asuncion
Paraguay
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American University Phone Number (21) 288 8000
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Other locations Ciudad del Este, Alto Paraná and Encarnación

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Website

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American University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

American University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


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 Americana's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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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 American 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

American University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

American University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

American University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of American 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 American University.



American University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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

Admissions

American University Admission Info


American University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


American University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

American University '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


American University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


American University's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Brasilia 1100
Asunción 1429



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

Size and Profile

American University Size and Profile


American University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

American University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


American University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

American University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


American University's Control Type Control Type

American 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.


American University's Entity Type Entity Type

American University is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.


American University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


American University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

American University 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.


American University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


American University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

American University Facilities


American University's Library University Library

Yes Visit American University's Library


American University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


American University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


American University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

American University Services


American University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


American University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


American University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

American University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


American University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

American University Organisational Structure

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

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  • Faculty of Economic and Administrative Sciences
  • Faculty of Law, Social and Political Sciences
  • Faculty of Communication, Arts and Sciences of Technology
  • Postgraduate School

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Memberships and Affiliations

American University Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is American University public or private?

American 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 American University profit or non-profit?

American University is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of American University in terms of enrollment?

American University has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

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

American University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is American University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does American University use?

American University 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 American University affiliated with?

None.

Does American University admit international students?

Yes.

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

American University '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 American University UA?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is American University UA located?

American University is located in Asunción, Asuncion, Paraguay. Address: Avenida Brasilia 1100.

Is American University UA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, American University is accredited by Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior (since ).

Does American University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does American University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does American University have a university library?

Yes

Does American University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does American University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does American University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does American University offer career services?

Yes

Does American University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does American University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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