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Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales

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world rank  5846

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Overview

Founded in 1983, the Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales (University of Applied and Environmental Sciences) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Bogotá (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Bogota. This institution also has a branch campus in Cartagena de Indias. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales (UDCA) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution. Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales (UDCA) 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 41-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 60-69% making this Colombian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UDCA 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Applied and Environmental Sciences
Acronym UDCA
Founded 1983 In 1983 the Corporation of Agropecuarian Sciences was first founded as University Institution and on 2004 it was recongnized as University
Motto La Universidad Ambiental de Colombia
The Colombian Environmental University
Colours Green and orange
Mascot Tingua de Pico Verde
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University Location

Address Calle 222 No. 55-37
Bogotá
111166 Bogota
Colombia
Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales Phone Number +57 (601) 668 4700
Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales Fax Number +57 (601) 676 1132
Other locations Cartagena de Indias

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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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales: 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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales.

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's admission information.

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Admission Office Admission Office

Calle 222 No. 55-37
Bogotá 111166
(601) 668 4700 ext 232
(601) 668 4700 ext 171

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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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales.

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales has an enrollment range of 4,000-4,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Control Type Control Type

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales is a private higher education institution.


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales 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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's main facilities:


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Library

The Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales SIDRE (Information, Documentation, and Educational Resources System) is a vital institutional unit dedicated to facilitating access to information across all fields of knowledge and other cultural expressions. Its primary focus is to strengthen the research, teaching, and extension activities of U.D.C.A by collaborating effectively with academia in the creation and management of knowledge. This, in turn, fosters a deep appreciation for the value and significance of information, promoting the generation, development, and adaptation of knowledge within the university community.

Key Statistics:

  • Number of physical and digital bibliographic materials: 65,943
  • Number of branches: 4
  • Number of databases: 6
  • Number of digital magazines: 12
  • Number of Publindex magazines: 129
  • Number of full-time employees: 15
  • Total bibliographic investment for 2023: USD 225,000

The Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales SIDRE actively contributes to the academic and intellectual growth of the university through its diverse collection of physical and digital resources. These materials encompass a wide range of subjects, enriching research, teaching, and learning experiences for students and faculty alike.

The institution's commitment to providing up-to-date information is reflected in its extensive offering of digital databases and magazines. These invaluable resources empower students and researchers to stay at the forefront of their respective fields and keep abreast of the latest developments in various disciplines.

With a dedicated team of 15 full-time employees, the SIDRE unit ensures smooth operations and excellent services to meet the information needs of the university community.


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales offers a variety of sport facilities and activities for the benefit of its university community. The practice of sports is highly encouraged through:

  • Sports selections for competition in internal, local, and national tournaments:
    • Football
    • Futsal
    • Basketball
    • Volleyball
    • Taekwondo
    • Athletics
    • Swimming
    • Ultimate
    • Table tennis
    • Country tennis
  • Elective courses:
    • Fitness
    • Self-defense
    • Football
    • Basketball
    • Beach volleyball
    • Table tennis
  • Promotion of self-care through healthy lifestyles:
    • Internal tournaments
    • Recreational-sports activities
    • Loan of sports and recreational equipment
    • Gymnasium
    • Areas for sports
    • Sports participation in university networks


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's main services:


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales (UDCA) offers the following financial aids:

  • Financial support for students, teachers, and administrative employees through the granting of credits and other payment modalities.
  • Management of enrollments for all academic programs of the University in a timely and efficient manner.

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales (UDCA) offers a variety of exchange programs and study abroad opportunities through the Direction of International Relations:

  • Enrolled students in both undergraduate and graduate programs can participate in the Academic Mobility Program.
  • They have the chance to engage in various activities, including academic semesters or years abroad at partner institutions (with partial studies validated at UDCA), internships (research, development, or business), short academic trips, medical rotations, English courses, virtual mobility, short research internships, and stays to develop research works or doctoral theses.
  • UDCA has 108 agreements in 26 countries that allow academic mobility activities.

The countries with agreements include Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Germany, Hungary, India, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Spain, United States, Uruguay, and Ukraine.

Generally, students do not need to pay academic fees to partner institutions during the Academic Mobility Program, except for English courses and some academic trips. However, they are responsible for covering expenses related to air tickets, travel, accommodation, food, international insurance, visa, and other possible costs.

To encourage participation in academic mobility, the university offers grants for outstanding undergraduate students or those with economic limitations. These grants may cover accommodation, food expenses, international tickets, and international medical insurance in some exceptional cases. The schemes are based on the principle of reciprocity, ensuring that international students coming to UDCA also receive similar aid.

Since 2019, UDCA has included virtual mobility in HEIs in the Americas through certain agreements and affiliations.

For faculty staff, UDCA participates in mobility programs that allow academic staff to engage in teaching or research internships, both outgoing and incoming. The institutional Teacher Development Program also offers the option of participating in such activities through collaboration agreements with other institutions and organizations.

For more information, vishttps://www.udca.edu.co/movilidad-academica/

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales (U.D.C.A) offers five (5) graduate diplomas in the distance learning modality (100%):

  • Animal Breeding
  • Veterinary Clinical Laboratory
  • Applied Animal Nutrition
  • Animal Production
  • Animal Health

For Master degrees, enrolled students have the option to attend remote synchronous classes, facilitating access to studies from other cities and countries to accommodate work commitments.

Additionally, the university provides several undergraduate and graduate courses online through the Moodle platform. This allows students from other universities (both Colombian and international) to participate in virtual mobility. Currently, the online course offerings include 18 undergraduate and 36 graduate courses.


Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales'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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2019


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Consejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA)
  • Regional Accreditation System of University Undergraduate Programs for Country Members of MERCOSUR and Associated Countries (ARCUSUR)


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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 de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales 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

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Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Colombian Association of Universities (ASCUN)
  • Association of Latin American and the Caribbean Universities for the Integration (AUALCPI)
  • Union of Latin American and the Caribbean Universities (UDUALC)
  • Postgraduate Ibero-American University Association (AUIP)
  • Interamerican Organization of Higher Education (IOHE)
  • International Association for Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE)
  • Colombian Network of Internationalization (RCI)
  • UNIVERSIA
  • Ibero-American Partnership of University Networks for Sustainability and Environment (ARIUSA)
  • Colombian Metwork for Environmental Education (RFCA)
  • Virtual Educa
  • International Partnership for Expanding Waste Management Services of Local Authorities (IPLA)
  • Colombian Association of Veterinary and Zootechnic Faculties (ASFAMEVEZ)
  • Colombian Academy of Sciences (ACAC)
  • Colombian Network Association of Faculties of Sport, Physical Education and Recreation (ARCOFADER)
  • Colombian Association of Faculties of Nursing (ASCOFAEN)
  • Colombian Association of Faculties of Medicine (ASCOFAME)
  • Colombia Global Compact Network
  • United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)
  • Observatory of Sustainability in Higher Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (OSES-ALC)
  • University Network of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (UnAgro-Ambiental)
  • University Consortium for Sustainable Waste Management in Latin America
  • Network of Climate Change Researchers of the Americas (RICCA)
  • Pan American Council for Veterinary Science Education (COPEVET)

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

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