Quick Summary
Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología, in San José, Costa Rica, is a private that has shaped higher education since 1987. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5500 students including 7.5% from outside Costa Rica. Known for strengths in Business & Management, Hospitality & Leisure Management, Law, it maintains an acceptance rate of 78%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Ranked as the #1 private university in Costa Rica for over 13 consecutive years by QS World University Rankings.
Subject Strengths
Business & ManagementHospitality & Leisure ManagementLawEducation
Founded1987
TypePrivate
Total Students5500
Intl Students7.5%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationSINAES (National Higher Education Accreditation Council)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
Not Available
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's Degrees,Master's Degrees,Postgraduate Specializations,Technician Degrees,Certifications
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
B.A. in Business Administration,M.A. in Project Management,B.A. in Education
Online Programs
Centro de Innovación y Emprendimiento,Health Sciences Research Center
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
SINAES (National Higher Education Accreditation Council)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate78%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on highlighting leadership skills and extracurricular achievements as ULACIT values social impact and project-based experience.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Costa Rican Colón
UG Tuition
₡4,472,000/yr
per year · CRC
Living Cost
₡3,900,000/yr
per year · CRC
PG Tuition
₡5,096,000/yr
per year · CRC
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₡8,400,600/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CRC
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's Degrees,Master's Degrees,Postgraduate Specializations,Technician Degrees,Certifications programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Dentistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Relations | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Software Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$26,000
Average Salary After Graduation
98%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
IntelAmazonBoston ScientificCoca-ColaIBM
Notable Alumni
Laura Chinchilla (Former President of Costa Rica - Honorary Doctorate),Prominent business leaders in Central America
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Available
Student Clubs
Leadership Club,Art and Culture Club,Sustainability Club,Model United Nations
Library Resources
Digital Library,Integrated Learning Center,Research Databases
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available