Colleges & Universities in Colombia

Universidad Surcolombiana

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world rank  6386

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Overview

Founded in 1976, the Universidad Surcolombiana (South Colombian University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Neiva (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Huila. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad Surcolombiana (USCO) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution. Universidad Surcolombiana (USCO) 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 49-year-old Colombian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Colombian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. USCO 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 Surcolombiana's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidad Surcolombiana's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Surcolombiana' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Universidad Surcolombiana's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) South Colombian University
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym USCO
Founded 1976
Motto
Colours Red and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Avenida Pastrana Borrero Carrera 1
Neiva
Huila
Colombia
Universidad Surcolombiana's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Surcolombiana Phone Number (8) 875 4753
Universidad Surcolombiana Fax Number (8) 875 8890
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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 Surcolombiana 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 Surcolombiana'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 Surcolombiana 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 Surcolombiana.



Universidad Surcolombiana: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 Surcolombiana's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Universidad Surcolombiana's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 20-29% making it a very selective higher education institution.


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 Surcolombiana's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Universidad Surcolombiana's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Pastrana Borrero - Carrera 1
Neiva
(8) 875 5144
01800 0968722

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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 Surcolombiana's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Universidad Surcolombiana's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Universidad Surcolombiana's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Universidad Surcolombiana's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad Surcolombiana's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Surcolombiana'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 Surcolombiana's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Surcolombiana 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 Surcolombiana's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Surcolombiana's Library


Universidad Surcolombiana's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Surcolombiana's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Surcolombiana's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Universidad Surcolombiana's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Surcolombiana's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad Surcolombiana's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Surcolombiana's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Surcolombiana'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 Surcolombiana's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Surcolombiana is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1975


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Surcolombiana'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

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

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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

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

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TikTok TikTok

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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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