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University of Antofagasta

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world rank  3715

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Overview

Founded in 1981, the Universidad de Antofagasta (University of Antofagasta) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Antofagasta (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad de Antofagasta (UA) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad de Antofagasta (UA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 42-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Antofagasta's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Antofagasta's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Antofagasta' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

University of Antofagasta's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name (English)
Name University of Antofagasta
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Campus Location

Address Avenida Angamos Nº 601
Antofagasta
1240000 Antofagasta
Chile
University of Antofagasta Phone Number +56 (55) 637 149
University of Antofagasta Fax Number +56 (55) 637 102

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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 University of Antofagasta'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 University of Antofagasta'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 University of Antofagasta'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 University of Antofagasta.

University of Antofagasta: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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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 University of Antofagasta's admission information.

University of Antofagasta's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Antofagasta's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Antofagasta's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Antofagasta's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

University of Antofagasta has more than 100 international students.

University of Antofagasta's Admission Office Admission Office






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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 University of Antofagasta.

University of Antofagasta's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Antofagasta has an enrollment range of 8,000-8,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


University of Antofagasta's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Antofagasta's Control Type Control Type

University of Antofagasta is a public higher education institution.


University of Antofagasta's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Antofagasta is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Antofagasta's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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University of Antofagasta's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Antofagasta 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 University of Antofagasta's main facilities:


University of Antofagasta's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Antofagasta's Library


University of Antofagasta's Housing University Housing

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University of Antofagasta'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 University of Antofagasta's main services:


University of Antofagasta's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Antofagasta's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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University of Antofagasta's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Antofagasta's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Antofagasta's Career Services Career Services

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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.


University of Antofagasta's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1981


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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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

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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

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Facebook Facebook

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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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