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Latin University of Costa Rica

country rank  5
world rank  4548

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Overview

Established in 1989, the Universidad Latina de Costa Rica (Latin University of Costa Rica) is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of San Pedro (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), San Jose. This institution also has branch campuses in Heredia, Santa Cruz, Pérez Zeledón, Grecia and Cañas. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Pública, Costa Rica (Ministry of Public Education of Costa Rica), Universidad Latina de Costa Rica (ULatina) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Costa Rican higher education institution. Universidad Latina de Costa Rica (ULatina) 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, 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. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this Costa Rican higher education organization a non-selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ULatina 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

Latin University of Costa Rica's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Latin University of Costa Rica's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Latin University of Costa Rica' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Latin University of Costa Rica's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Latin University of Costa Rica
Colours Green, grey and white
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Campus Location

Address 300 Norte y 150 Este de Muñoz y Nanne
San Pedro
1561-2050 San Jose
Costa Rica
Latin University of Costa Rica Phone Number +506 2207 6100
Latin University of Costa Rica Fax Number +506 2207 6122
Other locations Heredia, Santa Cruz, Pérez Zeledón, Grecia and Cañas

Latin University of Costa Rica'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 Latin University of Costa Rica'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 Latin University of Costa Rica's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

here. In case they are not available yet, you can search for them using our powered by Google. We continually update our database with university programs and courses worldwide, thanks to the assistance of university representatives.

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 Latin University of Costa Rica'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 Latin University of Costa Rica.

Latin University of Costa Rica: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 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 Latin University of Costa Rica's admission information.

Latin University of Costa Rica's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Latin University of Costa Rica's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Latin University of Costa Rica a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Latin University of Costa Rica's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


Latin University of Costa Rica's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Latin University of Costa Rica's Admission Office Admission Office

Lourdes de Montes de Oca
San Pedro
2207 6106
2207 6022

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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 Latin University of Costa Rica.

Latin University of Costa Rica's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Latin University of Costa Rica has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Latin University of Costa Rica's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 800-899 academic employees (Faculty).


Latin University of Costa Rica's Control Type Control Type

Latin University of Costa Rica is a private higher education institution.


Latin University of Costa Rica's Entity Type Entity Type

Latin University of Costa Rica is a for-profit higher education institution.


Latin University of Costa Rica's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Latin University of Costa Rica's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Quarters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Latin University of Costa Rica 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 Latin University of Costa Rica's main facilities:


Latin University of Costa Rica's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Latin University of Costa Rica's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Latin University of Costa Rica'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 Latin University of Costa Rica's main services:


Latin University of Costa Rica's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Latin University of Costa Rica's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Latin University of Costa Rica's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Latin University of Costa Rica's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Latin University of Costa Rica'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.


Latin University of Costa Rica's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Latin University of Costa Rica is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Pública, Costa Rica

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1989


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional de Enseñanza Superior Universitaria Privada (CONESUP)


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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 Latin University of Costa Rica's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Laureate International Universities (LIU)

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

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Latin University of Costa Rica's official academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).




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 Latin University of Costa Rica's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Latin University of Costa Rica's Facebook page Latin University of Costa Rica's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Latin University of Costa Rica's Twitter page Latin University of Costa Rica's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Latin University of Costa Rica's YouTube channel Latin University of Costa Rica's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Latin University of Costa Rica's Instagram page Latin University of Costa Rica's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Latin University of Costa Rica'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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