Quick Summary
Since 1988, Universidad de San Francisco de Quito has been one of Ecuador's prominent privates, based in Quito. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9500 students including 12% from outside Ecuador. Known for strengths in Hospitality & Leisure Management, Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the leading research university in Ecuador with a unique Liberal Arts philosophy and a dedicated campus in the Galapagos Islands.
Subject Strengths
Hospitality & Leisure ManagementBiological SciencesEnvironmental SciencesArts & Humanities
Founded1988
TypePrivate
Total Students9500
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusSuburban
Campus Size25 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHospital de los Valles
AccreditationCACES (Ecuador), WSCUC (Candidacy Status)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001–1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Architecture,Medicine,Business Administration,Communication,Engineering,Hospitality,Liberal Arts,Psychology,Visual Arts
Programs
Microbiology,Chemical Engineering
PhD Programs
Master in Education,MBA (Blended),Digital Marketing
Online Programs
Galapagos Science Center (GSC),Tiputini Biodiversity Station,Institute of Applied Ecology,Microbial Genomics Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
CACES (Ecuador), WSCUC (Candidacy Status)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate68%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1100
ACT23
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 5
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare thoroughly for the PAA (Prueba de Aptitud Académica) and highlight any community service or extracurricular leadership in your profile.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$12,600/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$7,500/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$13,500/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$120
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$20,220/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableBeca Excelencia,Beca de Diversidad,Beca para Deportistas de Élite,Beca Hallazgo
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Architecture,Medicine,Business Administration,Communication,Engineering,Hospitality,Liberal Arts,Psychology,Visual Arts programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Culinary Arts | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Marine Biology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Relations | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
MicrosoftSchlumbergerWWFUnited NationsNational Geographic
Notable Alumni
Maria Fernanda Espinosa,Sebastián Valdivieso,Yvonne Baki
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Fitness Center,Soccer Field,Multipurpose Courts
Student Clubs
Debate Society,Robotics Club,Environmental Club,Model United Nations
Library Resources
Library with over 120,000 physical volumes and access to major global scientific databases.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available