Quick Summary
Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá (UTP) is a public founded in 1981, located in Panama City, Panama. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 1.2% from outside Panama. Known for strengths in Engineering - Electrical and Electronic, Engineering - Civil and Structural, Computer Science and Information Systems, it maintains an acceptance rate of 40%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the leading technological university in Panama, highly respected by the regional industry with low tuition fees and high employability.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - Electrical and ElectronicEngineering - Civil and StructuralComputer Science and Information Systems
Founded1981
TypePublic
Total Students28500
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size60 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationConsejo Centroamericano de Acreditación (CCA), HCERES (Haut Conseil de l'Évaluation de la Recherche et de l'Enseignement Supérieur)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, Industrial Management, Natural Sciences
Programs
Doctorate in Engineering, Doctorate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Doctorate in Biosciences and Biotechnology
PhD Programs
Hybrid and Virtual modalities available for specific Graduate and Continuing Education programs
Online Programs
Centro de Investigaciones Hidráulicas e Hidrotécnicas (CIHH), Centro de Experimentación e Innovación (CEI), Centro de Investigación e Innovación Eléctrica, Mecánica y de la Industria (CINEMI)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Consejo Centroamericano de Acreditación (CCA), HCERES (Haut Conseil de l'Évaluation de la Recherche et de l'Enseignement Supérieur)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate40%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPA1
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Aspirants must pass the Prueba de Aptitud Académica (PAA) and the ELASH English assessment. Strong mathematics background is essential.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$250/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$9,600/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$1,800/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$9,880/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableSenacyt Excellence Scholarships, IFARHU, Institutional Academic Merit Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable through the Office of Student Welfare for socio-economically vulnerable students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, Industrial Management, Natural Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Software Development | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory for graduation in Engineering and Technical fields
Industry Connections
Panama Canal Authority (ACP)Minera PanamáDELLCopa Airlines
Notable Alumni
Dr. Víctor Levi Sasso, Eng. Héctor Montemayor
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Outdoor sports courts, Gymnasium, Athletics tracks at regional centers
Student Clubs
Robotics Club, IEEE Student Branch, Cultural and Folkloric groups, Green Campus Initiative
Library Resources
Sistema de Bibliotecas (SIBUTP) with access to IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, and ProQuest
Exchange Programs
IAESTE, Erasmus+, DAAD, Partners of the Americas
Summer Programs
International summer research workshops and Spanish for foreigners