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About
The Universidad de El Salvador (UES) is the oldest and most prominent public university in El Salvador, founded in 1841. With its main campus in San Salvador and regional branches, UES is a cornerstone of academic and scientific development in the country, offering a wide array of programs across various faculties. It is known for its commitment to social transformation, critical thinking, and providing affordable, quality higher education to the Salvadoran population.
UNIREAL Score
61/100A 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
- 61
Overview
- Country
- El Salvador
- City
- San Salvador
- Established
- 1841
- Students
- 81,000
- Programs
- 169
- Tuition (yearly)
- €880
- Admission period
- May – September
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Frequently asked questions
Where is University of El Salvador?
University of El Salvador is located in San Salvador, El Salvador.
How much does it cost to study at University of El Salvador?
Typical yearly tuition at University of El Salvador is about €880. 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 El Salvador?
Admission at University of El Salvador usually runs May – September.
What can I study at University of El Salvador?
University of El Salvador offers about 169 programs, including Doctorate in Medicine, Licentiate in Legal Sciences, Licentiate in Biology, Systems Engineering, Licentiate in English Language Teaching.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of El Salvador?
University of El Salvador has a UNIREAL Score of 61/100, calculated from: research activity.
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