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Santo Tomás University

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world rank  2470

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Overview

Established in 1580, the Universidad Santo Tomás (Santo Tomás University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Bogotá (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Bogota. This institution also has branch campuses in Bucaramanga, Medellín, Tunja and Villavicencio. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad Santo Tomás (USTA) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Santo Tomás (USTA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. USTA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Santo Tomás University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Santo Tomás University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Santo Tomás University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Santo Tomás University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Santo Tomás University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym USTA
Founded 1580
Motto Facientes Veritatem
Makers of the Truth
Colours
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University Location

Address Carrera 9 No. 51-11
Bogotá
Bogota
Colombia
Santo Tomás University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Santo Tomás University Phone Number (7) 671 6482
Santo Tomás University Fax Number (7) 671 7067
Other locations Bucaramanga, Medellín, Tunja and Villavicencio

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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 Santo Tomás 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 Santo Tomás'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 Santo Tomás 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 Santo Tomás.



Santo Tomás University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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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

Santo Tomás University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Santo Tomás University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported.


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


Santo Tomás University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Santo Tomás University's Admission Office Admission Office






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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

Santo Tomás University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Santo Tomás University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Santo Tomás University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Santo Tomás University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Santo Tomás University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Santo Tomás University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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Santo Tomás University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Santo Tomás University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.


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


Santo Tomás University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Santo Tomás University's Library


Santo Tomás University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Santo Tomás University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Santo Tomás University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Santo Tomás University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Santo Tomás University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Santo Tomás University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Santo Tomás University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Santo Tomás University'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.


Santo Tomás University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Santo Tomás University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)


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

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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