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About
The Universidad de Antioquia (UdeA) is a public research university located in Medellín, Colombia, and is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the country, founded in 1803. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching and strong research output, particularly in areas like tropical diseases, natural resources, biodiversity, and neuroscience, with its Faculty of Medicine acknowledged as a top medical school in Colombia. UdeA has a significant regional presence with its main campus in Medellín and eleven other campuses spread throughout the Department of Antioquia.
UNIREAL Score
79/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 79
Overview
- Country
- Colombia
- City
- Medellín
- Established
- 1803
- Students
- 41,134
- Programs
- 96
- Tuition (yearly)
- €930
- Admission period
- August – September
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Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Antioquia?
University of Antioquia is located in Medellín, Colombia.
How much does it cost to study at University of Antioquia?
Typical yearly tuition at University of Antioquia is about €930. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to University of Antioquia?
Admission at University of Antioquia usually runs August – September.
What can I study at University of Antioquia?
University of Antioquia offers about 96 programs, including Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, History, Foreign Languages, Computer Engineering.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of Antioquia?
University of Antioquia has a UNIREAL Score of 79/100, calculated from: research activity.
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