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Metropolitan University

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Overview

Universidad Metropolitana (Metropolitan University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Caracas, Venezuela. Established in 1965, Universidad Metropolitana (UNIMET) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio del Poder Popular para la Educación Universitaria. UNIMET provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor'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 61-year-old Venezuelan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply. UNIMET also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Metropolitan University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Metropolitan University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Metropolitan University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Metropolitan University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Metropolitan University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNIMET
Founded 1965
Motto Enseñando el Camino
Teaching the Way
Colours
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Location

Address Apartado postal 76819.1, Distribuidor Universidad, Autopista Petare-Guarenas, La Urbina
Caracas
1070 Caracas
Venezuela
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Metropolitan University Phone Number (212) 241 4833
Metropolitan University Fax Number (212) 242 7716
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Metropolitan University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Metropolitan University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio del Poder Popular para la Educación Universitaria

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 Metropolitana'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 Metropolitan 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

Metropolitan University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Universidad Metropolitana: 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
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Metropolitan University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Metropolitan University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Metropolitan 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 Metropolitan University.



Metropolitan University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
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 Metropolitan University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Metropolitan University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Metropolitan University Admission Info


Metropolitan University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Metropolitan University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Metropolitan 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


Metropolitan University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


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

Size and Profile

Metropolitan University Size and Profile


Metropolitan University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Metropolitan University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Metropolitan University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Metropolitan University's academic staff number is not reported.


Metropolitan University's Control Type Control Type

Metropolitan 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.


Metropolitan University's Entity Type Entity Type

Metropolitan University 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.


Metropolitan University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Metropolitan University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Metropolitan University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Metropolitan University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Metropolitan University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Metropolitan University Facilities


Metropolitan University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Metropolitan University's Library


Metropolitan University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Metropolitan University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Metropolitan University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Metropolitan University Services


Metropolitan University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Metropolitan University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Metropolitan University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Metropolitan University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Metropolitan University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Metropolitan University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Metropolitan University Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metropolitan University public or private?

Metropolitan 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 Metropolitan University profit or non-profit?

Metropolitan University 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 Metropolitan University in terms of enrollment?

Metropolitan University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.

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

Metropolitan University's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Metropolitan University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Metropolitan University use?

Metropolitan University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Metropolitan University affiliated with?

None.

Does Metropolitan University admit international students?

Yes.

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

Metropolitan 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 Metropolitan University UNIMET?

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

Where is Metropolitan University UNIMET located?

Metropolitan University is located in Caracas, Caracas, Venezuela. Address: Apartado postal 76819.1, Distribuidor Universidad, Autopista Petare-Guarenas, La Urbina.

Is Metropolitan University UNIMET accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Metropolitan University is accredited by Ministerio del Poder Popular para la Educación Universitaria (since ).

Does Metropolitan University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan University have a university library?

Yes

Does Metropolitan University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Metropolitan University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Metropolitan University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Metropolitan University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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