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Universidad Mayor

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world rank  3348

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Overview

Founded in 1988, the Universidad Mayor (Major University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Santiago (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Region Metropolitana de Santiago. This institution also has a branch campus in Temuco. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Mayor (UMAYOR) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad Mayor (UMAYOR) 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 and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 36-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UMAYOR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Mayor's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Mayor's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Mayor' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Universidad Mayor's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Major University
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UMAYOR
Founded 1988
Motto Para espíritus emprendedores
For Entrepreneurial Spirits
Colours Yellow and green
Mascot
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University Location

Address Avenida Américo Vespucio Sur N°357
Santiago
7550223 Region Metropolitana de Santiago
Chile
Universidad Mayor's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Mayor Phone Number (2) 328 1064
Universidad Mayor Fax Number (2) 328 1039
Other locations Temuco

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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 Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad Mayor 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 Mayor's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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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 Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Mayor categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidad Mayor.



Universidad Mayor: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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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

Universidad Mayor's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Universidad Mayor's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Universidad Mayor's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Universidad Mayor has more than 400 international students.

Universidad Mayor's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Manuel Montt 367
Providencia 7500994
(2) 328 1064


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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

Universidad Mayor's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universidad Mayor's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Universidad Mayor's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Universidad Mayor's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad Mayor's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Mayor's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Universidad Mayor's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Mayor is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


Universidad Mayor's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Mayor's Library


Universidad Mayor's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Mayor's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Mayor's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Universidad Mayor's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Mayor's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad Mayor's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Mayor's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Mayor's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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 Mayor's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Mayor is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1988


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Middle States Commission on Higher Education


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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 Mayor's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of International Educators (NAFSA)
  • European Association for International Education (EAIE)
  • American Chamber of Commerce, Chile (AMCHAM)
  • Consejo Latinoaméricano de Escuelas de Administración (CLADEA)
  • International Advertising Association (IAA)
  • Asociación Chilena de Bachillerato Internacional (ACHBI)
  • Asociación de Facultades, Escuelas e Institutos de Derecho de América Latina (AFEIDAL)
  • UNIVERSIA
  • Compostela Group of Universities (CGU)
  • 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 divisions and a more streamlined 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 Mayor 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidad Mayor's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Universidad Mayor's official TikTok channel


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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