Quick Summary
Since 1886, Universidad Externado de Colombia has been one of Colombia's prominent privates, based in Bogotá. Ranked #651-660 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 12850 students including 3% from outside Colombia. Known for strengths in Law, Hospitality & Leisure Management, Politics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is widely considered the top law school in Colombia with a strong liberal tradition and political influence.
Subject Strengths
LawHospitality & Leisure ManagementPoliticsEconomicsAccounting & Finance
Founded1886
TypePrivate
Total Students12850
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusUrban
Campus Size16 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationConsejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA) - Colombia
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#651-660
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Specialization, Master's, Doctorate
Programs
Doctorate in Law, Doctorate in Social Sciences, Doctorate in Management
PhD Programs
Select specializations and master's degrees in business and education
Online Programs
Centro de Investigaciones sobre Dinámica Social (CIDS), Instituto de Estudios Constitucionales
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Consejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA) - Colombia
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the Saber 11 (ICFES) score and the personal interview which carries significant weight.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Colombian Peso
UG Tuition
$22,000,000/yr
per year · COP
Living Cost
$24,000,000/yr
per year · COP
PG Tuition
$30,000,000/yr
per year · COP
Application Fee
$45
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$46,180,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · COP
Scholarships AvailableBecas de Honor, Credit-scholarship programs with ICETEX
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidEducational credit lines available through internal financial office and banks
Work-StudyMonitorias available for academic and administrative support
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Specialization, Master's, Doctorate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Government and International Relations | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Finance and International Affairs | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong placement in government ministries, law firms, and international NGOs
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Colombian governmentlegal sectorand the financial district
Notable Alumni
Juan Manuel Santos (former President of Colombia), various Supreme Court Justices
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, sports courts, and agreements with local clubs
Student Clubs
Debate club, Model UN, Theatre group, various sports teams
Library Resources
One of the most comprehensive law and social science libraries in Latin America
Exchange Programs
Over 150 agreements with universities in Europe, Americas, and Asia
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Law and Economics