Quick Summary
Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, in Santiago, Chile, is a private that has shaped higher education since 1988. Ranked #567 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 12450 students including 4.5% from outside Chile. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Economics, Law, it maintains an acceptance rate of 38%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Recognized as one of the best business schools in Latin America with a unique Liberal Arts core.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesEconomicsLawSocial Sciences
Founded1988
TypePrivate
Total Students12450
Intl Students4.5%
Faculty Ratio18:1
CampusUrban/Hillside
Campus Size100 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationComisión Nacional de Acreditación (CNA-Chile), AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#567
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD, Executive Education
Programs
PhD in Management, PhD in Engineering, PhD in Complex Systems, PhD in History
PhD Programs
Executive MBA Online, Master in Business Analytics (Hybrid), Various Professional Diplomas
Online Programs
Center for Business Sustainability, Center for Social Complexity (CICS), Energy Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Comisión Nacional de Acreditación (CNA-Chile), AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate38%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA5.0/7.0
GRENot Available
GMAT600 (for MBA)
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high PAES scores for domestic entry. For international students, emphasize leadership and extracurricular involvement.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chilean Peso
UG Tuition
$7,800,000/yr
per year · CLP
Living Cost
$9,000,000/yr
per year · CLP
PG Tuition
$13,800,000/yr
per year · CLP
Application Fee
$60
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$16,857,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CLP
Scholarships AvailableBeca de Excelencia, Beca Puntaje Nacional, Beca Deportista Destacado
Avg Scholarship$3,500
Financial AidCAE (Crédito con Aval del Estado), Internal Institutional Credits
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD, Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Journalism | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with Big Four, top Chilean banks, and retail conglomerates
Industry Connections
Extensive corporate network via the Business School and engineering partnerships
Notable Alumni
Sebastián Sichel, Juan Carlos Jobet, Laurence Golborne
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasiums, multi-purpose courts, fitness centers, and outdoor fields at Peñalolén
Student Clubs
FEUAI (Student Federation), Entrepreneurship Club, Debating Society
Library Resources
Extensive digital databases, specialized collections in business and law
Exchange Programs
Over 120 agreements with universities in USA, Europe, and Asia
Summer Programs
Doing Business in Latin America, Spanish Language Immersion