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Universidad Americana

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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

Universidad Americana's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Americana's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Universidad Americana' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Americana's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) American University
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UA
Founded 1994
Motto Excelencia Académica
Academic Excellence
Colours
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Location

Address Avenida Brasilia 1100
Asunción
1429 Asuncion
Paraguay
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Universidad Americana 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

Universidad Americana is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Consejo Nacional de 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 Universidad Americana 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 Americana Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad Americana 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 Americana'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

Universidad Americana Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad Americana Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Americana 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 Americana.



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

Admissions

Universidad Americana Admission Info


Universidad Americana's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidad Americana is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidad Americana's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad Americana has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Americana '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


Universidad Americana's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


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

Size and Profile

Universidad Americana Size and Profile


Universidad Americana's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


Universidad Americana's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad Americana's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Universidad Americana's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Americana 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 Americana's Entity Type Entity Type

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


Universidad Americana's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Americana's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad Americana 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 Americana's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Americana is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad Americana Facilities


Universidad Americana's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Americana's Library


Universidad Americana's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Americana's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Americana's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad Americana Services


Universidad Americana's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Universidad Americana's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad Americana's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Universidad Americana's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Americana's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Universidad Americana 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

Universidad Americana Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad Americana public or private?

Universidad Americana 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 Americana profit or non-profit?

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

What is the size of Universidad Americana in terms of enrollment?

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

What is the size of Universidad Americana in terms of academic staff?

Universidad Americana's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Universidad Americana a coeducational institution?

Universidad Americana is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidad Americana use?

Universidad Americana 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 Americana affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidad Americana admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidad Americana's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad Americana '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 Universidad Americana 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 Universidad Americana UA located?

Universidad Americana is located in Asunción, Asuncion, Paraguay. Address: Avenida Brasilia 1100.

Is Universidad Americana UA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad Americana is accredited by Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior (since ).

Does Universidad Americana offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Universidad Americana offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad Americana have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad Americana provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universidad Americana have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad Americana offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad Americana offer career services?

Yes

Does Universidad Americana offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Universidad Americana have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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