Established in 1958, the University of Technology, Jamaica is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kingston (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Youth of Jamaica, University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Jamaican higher education institution. University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) 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. This 66-year-old Jamaican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UTech also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.
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Name | University of Technology, Jamaica |
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Acronym | UTech |
Founded | 1958 |
Motto | Magna per atem gesta Excellence Through Knowledge |
Colours | Blue and yellow |
Mascot | Knight |
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Address | 237 Old Hope Road Kingston Kingston Jamaica |
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+1 (876) 927 1680 | |
+1 (876) 977 4388 |
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The following University of Technology, Jamaica'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 Technology, Jamaica's academic range and degree level offering.
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2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
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International students |
7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) |
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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.
uniRank publishes below some basic University of Technology, Jamaica's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has University of Technology, Jamaica a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
University of Technology, Jamaica's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Technology, Jamaica.
University of Technology, Jamaica has an enrollment range of 8,000-8,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).
University of Technology, Jamaica is a public higher education institution.
University of Technology, Jamaica is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
University of Technology, Jamaica does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of University of Technology, Jamaica's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of University of Technology, Jamaica's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
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University of Technology, Jamaica is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education and Youth of Jamaica
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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.
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