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Universidad ICESI

country rank  13
world rank  1731

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Overview

Founded in 1979, the Universidad ICESI (ICESI University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Cali (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Valle del Cauca. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad ICESI is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution. Universidad ICESI offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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. This 45-year-old Colombian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Colombian higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Universidad ICESI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad ICESI's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad ICESI's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad ICESI' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Universidad ICESI's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) ICESI University
Acronym
Founded 1979
Motto Aprendemos a conocer y actuar para construir un mundo mejor.
We learn to know and act to build a better world.
Colours Blue, white and green
Mascot Andy the Squirrel
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Universidad ICESI general video presentation.

University Location

Address Calle 18 No. 122-135
Cali
760031 Valle del Cauca
Colombia
Universidad ICESI's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad ICESI Phone Number +57 (2) 555 2334
Universidad ICESI Fax Number +57 (2) 555 1441

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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 Universidad ICESI'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 Universidad ICESI's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad ICESI: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidad ICESI's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universidad ICESI'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 Universidad ICESI.

Universidad ICESI: 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Universidad ICESI's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

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 Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad ICESI's admission information.

Universidad ICESI's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidad ICESI's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad ICESI a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad ICESI's acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Universidad ICESI's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Icesi University has more than 100 international students.

Universidad ICESI's Admission Office Admission Office

Calle 18 #122-135
Cali 760031
(2) 5552334


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Universidad ICESI's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad ICESI.

Universidad ICESI's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad ICESI has an enrollment range of 6,000-6,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Universidad ICESI's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 700-799 academic employees (Faculty).


Universidad ICESI's Control Type Control Type

Universidad ICESI is a private higher education institution.


Universidad ICESI's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad ICESI is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad ICESI's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad ICESI's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universidad ICESI does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad ICESI's main facilities:


Universidad ICESI's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universidad ICESI's Library


Universidad ICESI's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad ICESI'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 Universidad ICESI's main services:


Universidad ICESI's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Universidad ICESI's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Universidad ICESI's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad ICESI's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Universidad ICESI's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidad ICESI's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universidad ICESI's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad ICESI is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2010


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA)
  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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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 ICESI as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Asociación Colombiana de Universidades (ASCUN)
  • Consejo Latinoameticano de Escuelas de Administración (CLADEA)
  • La Asociación Colombiana de Facultades de Ingeniería (ACOFI)
  • The Design Management Institute
  • The Business Association of Latin American Studies (BALAS)
  • The American Society for Engineering Education
  • International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
  • Centro Internacional de Entrenamiento e investigaciones Médicas (CIDEIM)
  • Association of MBA's (AMBA)
  • Principals for Responsible Management Education (PRIME)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFDM)
  • La Agencia Española de Cooperación y el Instituto Italiano de Cultura
  • Casa Franco-Andina del Derecho
  • Centro para el Desarrollo del Mercado de Capitales
  • Asociación de Educadores Internacionales (NAFSA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines 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 Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidad ICESI '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 Universidad ICESI's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universidad ICESI's Facebook page Universidad ICESI's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universidad ICESI's X (formerly Twitter) page Universidad ICESI's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universidad ICESI's YouTube channel Universidad ICESI's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Universidad ICESI's Instagram page Universidad ICESI's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidad ICESI's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements and supports open education.
Universidad ICESI is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Universidad ICESI's Wikipedia article

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