Quick Summary
Situated in Caracas, Venezuela, Universidad Metropolitana is a private established in 1970. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5800 students including 1.5% from outside Venezuela. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Economics, Engineering & Technology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Recognized for high academic standards, strong links to the private sector, and a vibrant campus life at the foot of El Avila.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesEconomicsEngineering & TechnologySocial Sciences
Founded1970
TypePrivate
Total Students5800
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio16:1
CampusSuburban
Campus Size100 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationConsejo Nacional de Universidades (CNU)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
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
Business Administration,Economics,Accounting,Psychology,Law,Modern Languages,Education,Chemical Engineering,Civil Engineering,Electrical Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,Production Engineering,Systems Engineering
Programs
Education,Management
PhD Programs
Diplomados,Virtual Learning Modules
Online Programs
Centro de Investigaciones Económicas y Sociales (CIES),Centro de Innovación y Emprendimiento,Centro de Estudios Latinoamericanos
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Consejo Nacional de Universidades (CNU)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare thoroughly for the PINA (Prueba Integral de Nivel Académico). Highlight leadership roles and community service for scholarship considerations.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Bolívar / US Dollar
UG Tuition
Bs / $165,000/yr
per year · VES / USD
Living Cost
Bs / $260,000/yr
per year · VES / USD
PG Tuition
Bs / $190,000/yr
per year · VES / USD
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Bs / $426,850/yr
tuition + living + essentials · VES / USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Business Administration,Economics,Accounting,Psychology,Law,Modern Languages,Education,Chemical Engineering,Civil Engineering,Electrical Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,Production Engineering,Systems Engineering programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Production Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Systems Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery high; mandatory internships are integrated into most degree paths.
Industry Connections
Empresas PolarBanescoMercantilRon Santa TeresaNestlé Venezuela
Notable Alumni
Henrique Capriles Radonski,Carlos Ocariz,Prominent business executives in Latin America
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Soccer field, tennis courts, multi-use gymnasium, softball field
Student Clubs
UNIMET MUN (Model UN), Chess Club, Drama Club (Teatro Unimet), Rugby Club
Library Resources
Biblioteca Pedro Grases (Extensive digital and physical archives)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available