Quick Summary
Since 1989, Universidad de los Andes Chile has been one of Chile's prominent privates, based in Santiago. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9780 students including 3% from outside Chile. Known for strengths in Medicine, Nursing, Business and Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UANDES is known for its high academic standards, personalized education, and a unique campus that combines a clinic and a business school in the same location.
Subject Strengths
MedicineNursingBusiness and ManagementPhilosophyLaw
Founded1989
TypePrivate
Total Students9780
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size52 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsClínica Universidad de los Andes, Centro de Salud Universidad de los Andes (San Bernardo)
AccreditationCNA-Chile (Comisión Nacional de Acreditación) - Accredited for 6 years
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
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
28 undergraduate programs, 11 doctoral programs, 32 master programs, and numerous diplomas
Programs
Philosophy, Law, History, Nursing, Biomedicine, Communication, Engineering, Education
PhD Programs
Available for postgraduate diplomas and selected master tracks
Online Programs
ESE Business School, IMPACT (Center for Interventional Medicine), CiiB (Center for Research and Innovation in Bioengineering)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
CNA-Chile (Comisión Nacional de Acreditación) - Accredited for 6 years
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA5.5 out of 7.0 (local scale)
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1200
ACT25
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For undergraduate entry, focus on the PAES (Prueba de Acceso a la Educación Superior) score and NEM (GPA) weighting; international students should apply via the 'Admisión Especial' track.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Chilean Peso
UG Tuition
$8,800,000/yr
per year · CLP
Living Cost
$9,500,000/yr
per year · CLP
PG Tuition
$11,000,000/yr
per year · CLP
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$18,500,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CLP
Scholarships AvailableBeca de Excelencia Académica, Beca Puntaje Nacional, Beca Deportista Destacado, Beca Liderazgo
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidCAE (Crédito con Aval del Estado), UANDES Financial Aid programs
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 28 undergraduate programs, 11 doctoral programs, 32 master programs, and numerous diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
93%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and corporate placement programs integrated into curricula
Industry Connections
Strong links with health sectorsfinancial institutions through ESE Business Schooland engineering firms
Notable Alumni
High-ranking government officials, CEOs of major Chilean corporations, and prominent healthcare professionals
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
No (University provides guidance for nearby private student residences)
Sports Facilities
Synthetic football fields, gym, rugby fields, multipurpose courts
Student Clubs
Social Responsibility clubs, Sports teams, Arts and Culture groups
Library Resources
Biblioteca Central (Taira) with extensive digital databases and study spaces
Exchange Programs
Over 120 international agreements with universities in Europe, USA, and Latin America
Summer Programs
Short courses in Law and Spanish language available