Quick Summary
Universidad Austral is a private founded in 1991, located in Pilar, Argentina. Ranked #524 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 4000 students including 12% from outside Argentina. Known for strengths in Law, Business & Management, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Consistently ranked as the top private university in Argentina with a focus on personalized education.
Subject Strengths
LawBusiness & ManagementMedicineCommunication & Media Studies
Founded1991
TypePrivate
Total Students4000
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio7
CampusSuburban
Campus Size100 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitario Austral
Accreditationundefined
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#524
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate, Executive Education
Programs
Doctorate in Law, Doctorate in Engineering, Doctorate in Biomedical Sciences
PhD Programs
Austral Online (Various Diplomas and Certifications)
Online Programs
15 research centers including IAE Business School and Biomedical Sciences Institute
Research Centers
High
Research Output
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Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA7
GRENot Available
GMAT600
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · July 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the PPA entrance exam and prepare for a personal interview emphasizing leadership potential.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Argentine Peso
UG Tuition
$7,500,000/yr
per year · ARS
Living Cost
$6,000,000/yr
per year · ARS
PG Tuition
$14,000,000/yr
per year · ARS
Application Fee
$60
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$13,560,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ARS
Scholarships AvailableMerit-based, Financial Need, Regional Development
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable via internal grants and loans
Work-StudyAvailable for specific administrative roles
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate, Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (IAE Business School) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$22,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong; Mandatory for many degree programs with local and multinational firms.
Industry Connections
TechintAccentureUnileverMcKinseyJP Morgan
Notable Alumni
Leading CEOs in LATAM and prominent legal figures in Argentina.
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Off-campus assistance provided; no on-campus dorms.
Sports Facilities
Rugby fields, hockey, football, and multi-sport gym at Pilar Campus.
Student Clubs
Debate Club, Social Action programs, Entrepreneurship Club
Library Resources
Integrated digital library system and physical libraries in Pilar and Rosario.
Exchange Programs
100+ agreements with universities in Europe, North America, and Asia.
Summer Programs
International Summer Program in Business and Spanish Language