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Major University

country rank  19
world rank  2496

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Overview

Founded in 1988, the Universidad Mayor (Major University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Santiago (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Region Metropolitana de Santiago. This institution also has a branch campus in Temuco. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Mayor (UMAYOR) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad Mayor (UMAYOR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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. This 35-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UMAYOR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Major University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Major University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Major University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Major University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Major University
Colours Yellow and green
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Campus Location

Address Avenida Américo Vespucio Sur N°357
Santiago
7550223 Region Metropolitana de Santiago
Chile
Major University Phone Number +56 (2) 328 1064
Major University Fax Number +56 (2) 328 1039
Other locations Temuco

Major University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Major University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Major University.

Major University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admission Info

Introduction

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.


Admission Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Major University's admission information.

Major University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Major University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Major University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Major University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Major University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Universidad Mayor has more than 400 international students.

Major University's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Manuel Montt 367
Providencia 7500994
(2) 328 1064


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Major University.

Major University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Major University has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Major University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Major University's Control Type Control Type

Major University is a private higher education institution.


Major University's Entity Type Entity Type

Major University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Major University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Major University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Major University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Major University's main facilities:


Major University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Major University's Library


Major University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Major University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Major University's main services:


Major University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Major University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Major University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Major University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Major University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Major University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Major University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1988


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Major University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Major University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of International Educators (NAFSA)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • American Chamber of Commerce, Chile (AMCHAM)
  • Consejo Latinoaméricano de Escuelas de Administración (CLADEA)
  • International Advertising Association (IAA)
  • Asociación Chilena de Bachillerato Internacional (ACHBI)
  • Asociación de Facultades, Escuelas e Institutos de Derecho de América Latina (AFEIDAL)
  • UNIVERSIA
  • Compostela Group of Universities (CGU)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Divisions

uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Major University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Major University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Major University's Facebook page Major University's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Major University's Twitter page Major University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Major University's YouTube channel Major University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Major University's Instagram page Major University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Major University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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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.

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