Quick Summary
Situated in Lima, Peru, Universidad de Lima is a private established in 1962. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 22500 students including 2.1% from outside Peru. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Communication & Media Studies, Law, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly regarded for its business and communication programs with modern infrastructure and industry-standard technology.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesCommunication & Media StudiesLawArchitecture
Founded1962
TypePrivate
Total Students22500
Intl Students2.1%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusUrban
Campus Size10 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationSUNEDU,IAC-CINDA,AACSB,SACSCOC (Affiliated partner)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
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
Administration,Architecture,Accounting,Communication,Law,Economics,Industrial Engineering,Civil Engineering,Systems Engineering,Marketing,Psychology,International Business
Programs
Doctorate in Business Administration,Doctorate in Communication
PhD Programs
Specialized courses and select Master's modules available online
Online Programs
Instituto de Investigación Científica (IDIC),Observatorio Tecnológico,Centro de Estudios en Economía, Banca y Finanzas
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
SUNEDU,IAC-CINDA,AACSB,SACSCOC (Affiliated partner)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the logical reasoning and verbal sections of the admission exam. High school transcripts from top-tier Peruvian schools may grant preferential admission pathways.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Sol
UG Tuition
S/25,500/yr
per year · PEN
Living Cost
S/28,000/yr
per year · PEN
PG Tuition
S/35,000/yr
per year · PEN
Application Fee
$120
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
S/53,950/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PEN
Scholarships AvailableBeca de Excelencia Académica,Beca de Deportes,Beca por Orfandad
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Administration,Architecture,Accounting,Communication,Law,Economics,Industrial Engineering,Civil Engineering,Systems Engineering,Marketing,Psychology,International Business programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Communication | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$16,500
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExcellent through the Ulima Laboral portal and partnerships with top 500 Peruvian companies.
Industry Connections
Big Four Accounting FirmsMajor Peruvian BanksTelefónicaGraña y Montero
Notable Alumni
Francisco Sagasti,Julio Velarde,Salvador del Solar,Gisela Valcárcel
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Multipurpose courts,Gymnasium,Soccer fields,Martial arts room
Student Clubs
Study Circles,Debate Club,University Theater,Chamber Orchestra
Library Resources
Central Library with over 150,000 volumes,Extensive digital database subscriptions,Private study rooms
Exchange Programs
Over 140 agreements in Europe, North America, and Asia
Summer Programs
International Summer School with visiting professors from top global universities