Quick Summary
Situated in Bogotá, Colombia, Universidad del Rosario is a private established in 1653. Ranked #771-780 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13500 students including 3% from outside Colombia. Known for strengths in Law, Medicine, Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historical prestige, strong political and legal influence in Colombia, and central location in Bogotá's historic district
Subject Strengths
LawMedicineEconomicsPolitical ScienceInternational Studies
Founded1653
TypePrivate
Total Students13500
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusMulti-campus (Claustro, Quinta de Mutis, GSB, North)
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsMéderi (Hospital Universitario Mayor), Hospital Universitario Barrios Unidos
AccreditationMinistry of National Education of Colombia (High Quality Institutional Accreditation)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#771-780
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Specializations, Master's, PhD, Continuing Education
Programs
Law, Biomedical and Biological Sciences, Economics, Management, Political and International Studies
PhD Programs
Available for specific Master's and Continuing Education certificates
Online Programs
Cider, Human Rights Center, Center for Studies in Health, Economics Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of National Education of Colombia (High Quality Institutional Accreditation)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1100
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A high Saber 11 score is crucial for Colombian residents; international students should prepare for a personal interview and submit standardized tests early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Colombian Peso
UG Tuition
$28,000,000/yr
per year · COP
Living Cost
$26,000,000/yr
per year · COP
PG Tuition
$36,000,000/yr
per year · COP
Application Fee
$45
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$54,180,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · COP
Scholarships AvailableBeca Excelencia, Beca Merito Academico, Beca de Honor
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidICETEX agreements, flexible payment plans, internal credit lines
Work-StudyMonitorías available for senior students
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Specializations, Master's, PhD, Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Jurisprudence | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical rotations and corporate internships with Top 500 Colombian companies
Industry Connections
Excellent ties with governmentsupreme courtsand health systems
Notable Alumni
Andrés Pastrana Arango, Alfonso López Michelsen, multiple Colombian presidents and ministers
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
No on-campus housing; partnerships with student residences in the city center
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, multi-purpose sports courts, agreement with sports clubs
Student Clubs
Over 40 clubs including Model UN, Debate, Sports, and Cultural groups
Library Resources
CRAI (Centro de Recursos para el Aprendizaje y la Investigación) with extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Over 160 international agreements across Europe, North America, and Asia
Summer Programs
Summer School in Social Sciences and International Business