Overview
Founded in 1989, the Universidad Autónoma de Chile (Autonomous University of Chile) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Temuco (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Araucania. This institution also has a branch campus in Santiago and Talca. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Autónoma de Chile (UA) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad Autónoma de Chile (UA) 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 34-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Chilean higher education organization an averagely selective institution. 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, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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large-sized
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averagely selective
University Identity
| Name | Universidad Autónoma de Chile  |
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| Name (English) | Autonomous University of Chile |
| Acronym | UA |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Motto | Duc in Áltum Head into the deep |
| Colours | Red, black and white |
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University Location
| Address | Avenida Alemania Nº 01090 Temuco 4780000 Araucania Chile |
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+56 22 303 6042 |
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+56 (45) 942 597 |
| Other locations | Santiago and Talca |
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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 Autónoma de Chile's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Universidad Autónoma de Chile's Facebook page
Universidad Autónoma de Chile's X (formerly Twitter) page
Universidad Autónoma de Chile's YouTube channel
Universidad Autónoma de Chile's Instagram page
Universidad Autónoma de Chile's main LinkedIn profile
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