San Sebastián University
Concepción, Chile • Founded 1989 • World Rank #2080
Overview
Founded in 1990, the Universidad San Sebastián (San Sebastián University) is a private higher education institution located in the medium city of Concepción (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Bio Bio.
This institution also has branch campuses in Concepción, Talcahuano, Valdivia, Osorno and Puerto Montt. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad San Sebastián (USS) is a large-sized coeducational Chilean higher education institution.
Universidad San Sebastián (USS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
USS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
San Sebastián University's physical location and the contact details prospective students typically need before applying or visiting. Channels listed below come from the institution's published profile.
Academic Details
The basic academic profile of San Sebastián University, including enrolment and faculty composition. Total student count fluctuates intake-to-intake; treat the figure as approximate rather than precise.
Degrees
Also Diplomado
Other 54 programs
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Architecture
- Biochemistry
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Graphics
- Computer Networks
- Dentistry
- Design
- Dietetics
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- Energy Engineering
- Engineering
- English
- Environmental Engineering
- Finance
- Foreign Languages Education
- Geography
- Graphic Design
- Humanities and Social Science Education
- Industrial Design
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Management
- International Business
- Law
- Management Systems
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Mining Engineering
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Occupational Therapy
- Pedagogy
- Pharmacy
- Physical Education
- Physical Therapy
- Political Sciences
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Small Business
- Social Work
- Special Education
- Speech Therapy and Audiology
- Tourism
- Veterinary Science
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile.
Architecture, Art and Design (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
Common Career Paths
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Interior Designer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Dentistry (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dentistry
Common Career Paths
- Dentist
- Oral Surgeon
- Dental Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Digital Design and Creative Industries (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Graphics
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
Common Career Paths
- Designer
- Creative Director
- UX Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics and Business (Faculty) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Economics
- Finance
- Industrial Management
- International Business
- Management Systems
- Small Business
- Tourism
Common Career Paths
- Business Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Strategy Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Educational Sciences (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Educational Sciences
- English
- Foreign Languages Education
- Geography
- Humanities and Social Science Education
- Pedagogy
- Physical Education
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Special Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering and Technology (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Networks
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mining Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Health Care (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dietetics
- Nursing
- Nutrition
Health Sciences (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medical Technology
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Therapy and Audiology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law and Governement (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine and Science (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Pharmacy
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Psychology (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Psychology
- Social Work
Common Career Paths
- Psychologist
- Counsellor
- Clinical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Veterinary Medicine (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
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Bachelor's Degree
63 programmes
San Sebastián University's 63 programmes at this tier lead to a bachelor's qualification, the first full degree most students pursue and the usual prerequisite for master's-level entry.
Kinesiologia Physiotherapy 10 semesters
Obstetricia Midwifery 10 semesters
Ingenieria Civil en Minas Mining & Oil Engineering 10 semesters
Pedagogia de Educacion Media en Ingles Education & Teaching 8 semesters
Licenciatura en Trabajo Social Social Work 2 semesters
Programa de Formacion Pedagogica para Licenciados Y/o Profesionales Education & Teaching 2 semesters
Enfermeria Nursing 10 semesters
Ingenieria en Energia y Sustentabilidad Ambiental General Engineering 8 semesters
Medicina Veterinaria Veterinary Medicine 10 semesters
Ingenieria en Administracion de Empresas General Engineering 5 semesters
Odontologia Dentistry 12 semesters
Ingenieria Comercial General Engineering 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Educacion Diferencial Special Education 8 semesters
Pedagogia en Educacion Diferencial - Plan de Prosecucion de Estudios Special Education 4 semesters
Ingenieria en Logistica y Transporte General Engineering 6 semesters
Nutricion y Dietetica Nutrition & Dietetics 10 semesters
Quimica y Farmacia Pharmacy 10 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Informatica Computer Sciences 12 semesters
Psicologia Psychology 10 semesters
Fonoaudiologia Speech & Language Therapy 10 semesters
Derecho Law 10 semesters
Animacion Digital Film & Animation 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Ingles Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Arquitectura Architecture 11 semesters
Ingenieria Civil Industrial General Engineering 10 semesters
Pedagogia en Educacion Fisica Education & Teaching 10 semesters
Educacion Parvularia, Plan Prosecucion de Estudios Early Childhood Education 6 semesters
Licenciatura en Filosofia Philosophy & Ethics 8 semesters
Licenciatura en Literatura Literature 8 semesters
Licenciatura en Historia History 8 semesters
Ingenieria Civil General Engineering 11 semesters
Administracion Publica Religious Studies 10 semesters
Terapia Ocupacional Rehabilitation Sciences 10 semesters
Geologia Earth Sciences & Geology 10 semesters
Programa de Formacion Pedagogica para Licenciados Y/o Profesionales en el Area de Lenguaje y Comunicacion Education & Teaching 4 semesters
Programa de Formacion Pedagogica para Licenciados Y/o Profesionales en el Area de Matematica Education & Teaching 4 semesters
Trabajo Social Social Work 10 semesters
Ingenieria Industrial General Engineering 5 semesters
Medicina Medicine 14 semesters
Pedagogia de Educacion Media en Historia y Geografia Education & Teaching 8 semesters
Tecnologia Medica Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences 10 semesters
Ingenieria en Expediciones y Ecoturismo General Engineering 8 semesters
Ingenieria en Gestion en Tecnologias de la Informacion General Engineering 6 semesters
Ingenieria en Prevencion de Riesgos Fire, Justice & Security 5 semesters
Ingenieria en Tecnologias de la Informacion y Comunicaciones General Engineering 5 semesters
Pedagogia en Educacion Basica Education & Teaching 8 semesters
Ingenieria en Comercio Internacional General Engineering 6 semesters
Licenciatura en Educacion Education & Teaching 3 semesters
Ingenieria en Gestion de Expediciones y Ecoturismo General Engineering 8 semesters
Diseño de Productos y Sistemas Inteligentes Applied Design 10 semesters
Diseño Digital de Servicios Applied Design 10 semesters
Bioquimica Chemistry 10 semesters
Ingenieria en Ciberseguridad y Auditoria Informatica Accounting 7 semesters
Licenciatura en Arte y Conservacion del Patrimonio Visual Arts 8 semesters
Ingenieria en Gestion Logistica General Engineering 6 semesters
Ingenieria en Tecnologias de la Informacion General Engineering 6 semesters
Educacion Parvularia Early Childhood Education 8 semesters
Licenciatura en Ciencias de la Actividad Fisica Sport and Exercise Science 8 semesters
Programa de Formacion Pedagogica para Licenciados Y/o Profesionales en el Area de Educacion Fisica Education & Teaching 4 semesters
Programa de Formacion Pedagogica para Licenciados Y/o Profesionales en el Area de Historia y Geografia Education & Teaching 4 semesters
Administracion en Ecoturismo Tourism & Leisure 8 semesters
Contador Auditor Accounting 5 semesters
Pedagogia de Educacion Media en Lenguaje y Comunicacion Education & Teaching 8 semesters
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
48 programmes
Explore 48 programmes of postgraduate study at San Sebastián University. A master's degree sharpens specialist knowledge and often carries a dissertation or major project.
Master Of Science In Management Business & Management 2 semesters
Master Of Science In Finance Finance, Banking & Insurance 2 semesters
Master Of Science In Marketing Marketing 2 semesters
Magister en Direccion y Gestion Estrategica en Salud Business & Management 3 semesters
Magister Direccion y Gestion Estrategica en Salud Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Gerencia Publica Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Data Science Data Science & Analytics 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion de Personas y Efectividad Organizacional Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister Clinico en Audiologia y Equilibrio Speech & Language Therapy 4 semesters
Magister en Direccion Publica y Gobierno Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Finanzas e Inteligencia de Negocios Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister de Enfermeria en Atencion Avanzada de Urgencia, Emergencia y Desastres Nursing 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion de Personas y Desarrollo Organizacional Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Liderazgo Escolar para el Aprendizaje Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister en Salud Mental y Bienestar en la Niñez y Adolecencia Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Biomedicina Molecular Medicine 4 semesters
Magister en Coaching Ontologico Development Studies 1 semester
Magister en Nutricion en Salud Publica Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Estudios Humanisticos Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Marketing Digital Marketing 4 semesters
Master Of Science en Economia Empresarial Economics 2 semesters
Magister en Pensamiento Politico Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion Ambiental Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister Interdisciplinario en Neurodesarrollo y Neuroeducacion Liberal Arts 4 semesters
Master Of Arts In Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages (magister en Enseñanza del Ingles para Hablantes de Otras Lenguas) English Language Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Penal Economico Economics 3 semesters
Magister en Derecho y Litigacion Constitucional Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister en Fundamentos y Estrategias para la Consolidacion de las Comunidades Educativas Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Vivienda y Proyectos Inmobiliarios Development Studies 3 semesters
Magister de Matroneria de Practica Avanzada (mpa) Midwifery 4 semesters
Magister en Ciberseguridad Cyber Security 3 semesters
Magister en Gestion Estrategica de Salud Business & Management 3 semesters
Master Of Science In Economia Empresarial Economics 2 semesters
Magister en Direccion Sostenible de Empresas (mba Executive) Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Alta Direccion y Gestion de Instituciones Educacionales Business & Management 3 semesters
Magister en Direccion General de Empresas (mba) Business & Management 3 semesters
Magister en Direccion General de Empresas (mba Executive) Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Direccion de Operaciones, Logistica y Distribucion Supply Chain & Logistics 2 semesters
Magister en Educacion Universitaria para Ciencias de la Salud Performing Arts 4 semesters
Magister en Innovacion en Biociencias y Bioingenieria General Engineering 4 semesters
Magister en Doctrina Social de la Iglesia Development Studies 4 semesters
Magister en Gestion de la Construccion y Sustentabilidad Business & Management 4 semesters
Magister en Inclusion e Interculturalidad Educativa Politics & International Relations 3 semesters
Magister en Ingenieria Industrial General Engineering 6 semesters
Magister en Neurokinesiologia Physiotherapy 4 semesters
Magister en Derecho Penal y Economico de la Empresa Economics 2 semesters
Magister en Gestion de Organizaciones Business & Management 3 semesters
Magister en Kinesiologia Musculoesqueletica Physiotherapy 4 semesters
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
10 programmes
San Sebastián University lists 10 programmes awarding a doctorate — the apex qualification for those pursuing research leadership or an academic career.
Doctorado en Ingenieria General Engineering 8 semesters
Doctorado en Biologia Celular y Biomedicina Biological Sciences 8 semesters
Doctorado en Historia History 8 semesters
Doctorado en Biologia Computacional Biological Sciences 8 semesters
Doctorado en Biotecnologia y Bioemprendimiento Biotechnology 8 semesters
Doctorado en Inmunologia y Microbiologia Biological Sciences 8 semesters
Doctorado en Filosofia Philosophy & Ethics 8 semesters
Doctorado en Enfermedades Cronicas Development Studies 8 semesters
Doctorado en Psicologia y Salud Mental Psychology 8 semesters
Doctorado en Fisica Teorica Physics & Astronomy 8 semesters
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to San Sebastián University
The standard application path for San Sebastián University, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Research programmes at San Sebastián University
San Sebastián University's catalogue includes 121 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 2 Review admissions criteria
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for San Sebastián University's admissions process.
- 3 Gather supporting documents
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
- 4 Lodge your application
Submit your completed application through San Sebastián University's official website at www.uss.cl. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
- 5 Confirm receipt and track progress
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +56 (41) 240 0000. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about San Sebastián University
Quick reference for San Sebastián University: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.
In what year was San Sebastián University established?
San Sebastián University was founded in 1989 (approximately 37 years ago).
Where is San Sebastián University located?
San Sebastián University is located in Concepción, Chile.
Is San Sebastián University public or private?
San Sebastián University operates as a private institution.
What is the student enrolment at San Sebastián University?
Student enrolment at San Sebastián University is around 15,000-19,999.
What is San Sebastián University's ranking?
San Sebastián University is ranked #2080 globally and #11 in Chile.
Is San Sebastián University officially recognised?
Yes, San Sebastián University is recognised by National Accreditation Commission (CNA).
How do I find San Sebastián University online?
You can find San Sebastián University online at www.uss.cl.
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