Quick Summary
Based in Lima, Peru, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería is a public with roots dating back to 1876. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13500 students including 50% from outside Peru. Known for strengths in Engineering - Civil and Structural, Engineering - Mechanical, Petroleum Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is widely recognized as the most prestigious and rigorous engineering institution in Peru, producing the nation's top technical leaders for over a century.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - Civil and StructuralEngineering - MechanicalPetroleum EngineeringMineral and Mining Engineering
Founded1876
TypePublic
Total Students13500
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio14.2
CampusUrban
Campus Size66 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationSUNEDU, ABET, ICACIT
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Architecture, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Systems Engineering, Geological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Mechatronics Engineering
Programs
Doctorado en Ciencias con mención en Física, Doctorado en Ingeniería de Sistemas, Doctorado en Ciencias en Ingeniería Civil, Doctorado en Ingeniería Química
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
CTIC-UNI, INICTEL-UNI, CISMID (Peru-Japan Center for Earthquake Engineering and Disaster Mitigation)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
SUNEDU, ABET, ICACIT
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February
SPRINGApplication Deadline · August
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
The UNI entrance exam is considered the most difficult in Peru. It consists of three separate days of testing focusing on mathematics, chemistry/physics, and humanities/aptitude. Intense preparation in an 'Academia Pre-Universitaria' is standard.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Sol
Living Cost
S/18,000/yr
per year · PEN
PG Tuition
S/6,700/yr
per year · PEN
Application Fee
$140
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
S/18,520/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PEN
Scholarships AvailablePRONABEC (Beca 18), Academic Excellence Scholarships, Institutional Socio-economic Aid
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Architecture, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Systems Engineering, Geological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Mechatronics Engineering programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong links with AntaminaSouthern CopperFerreyrosGraña y Monteroand state infrastructure projects.
Notable Alumni
Fernando Belaúnde Terry (Former President of Peru), Francisco Sagasti (Former President of Peru), Alberto Benavides de la Quintana (Mining Magnate)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic swimming pool, athletics track, football fields, indoor multi-sport gymnasium
Student Clubs
IEEE UNI Student Branch, Cultural Center UNI, Robotics Club, Formula SAE UNI
Library Resources
Central Library (Biblioteca Central), Specialized Faculty Libraries, Digital Repository of Research
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, PAME (UDUAL), bilateral agreements with European, US, and Asian technical universities
Summer Programs
Available