Universidad Diego Portales
Santiago, Chile • Founded 1982 • QS 2027 #1201-1400
Updated May 2026 · Source: udp.cl · How we collect data
Overview
Founded in 1982, the Universidad Diego Portales (Diego Portales University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Santiago (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Region Metropolitana de Santiago.
Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Diego Portales (UDP) is a large-sized coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad Diego Portales (UDP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 42-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
UDP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Geographic and contact information for Universidad Diego Portales is listed below.
Academic Details
The numbers behind Universidad Diego Portales: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.
Degrees
Also joint MBA programs with Pompeu Fabra University (Spain)
Doctoral 6 programs
- Education
- Higher Education
- Law
- Philosophy
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
Diploma & Certificate 8 programs
- Anaesthesiology
- Education
- Law
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Psychology
- Surgery
Other 66 programs
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Advertising and Publicity
- Architecture
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Civil Engineering
- Civil Law
- Clinical Psychology
- Commercial Law
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Construction Engineering
- Criminal Law
- Dentistry
- Design
- E-Business/Commerce
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Administration
- Educational Testing and Evaluation
- Engineering
- English
- Finance
- Fine Arts
- Fiscal Law
- Government
- Graphic Design
- Health Sciences
- History
- Human Resources
- Human Rights
- Industrial Design
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- International Law
- Journalism
- Justice Administration
- Landscape Architecture
- Latin American Studies
- Law
- Literature
- Marketing
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Neurosciences
- Nursing
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Philosophy
- Physical Therapy
- Political Sciences
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Publishing and Book Trade
- Radiology
- Social Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Special Education
- Statistics
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Visual Arts
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile.
Architecture, Fine Arts and Design (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Design
- Fine Arts
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
- Visual Arts
Communication and Literature (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Advertising and Publicity
- Communication Studies
- Journalism
- Literature
Economics and Business Administration (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Marketing
Education (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Education
- English
- History
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Social Sciences
- Spanish
- Special Education
Engineering and Sciences (Faculty) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Computing
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Construction Engineering
- E-Business/Commerce
- Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Statistics
- Telecommunications Engineering
Health Sciences and Dentistry (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Dentistry
- Health Sciences
- Medical Technology
- Nursing
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Physical Therapy
- Radiology
Law (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Commercial Law
- Justice Administration
- Law
- Social Sciences
Medicine (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
Psychology (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Psychology
Social Sciences and History (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- History
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
Philosophy (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Philosophy
Programs Offered
Below are Universidad Diego Portales's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.
129 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Chile
Bachelor's Degree 49 programmes
Showing 10 of 49.
Master's Degree 70 programmes
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Doctorate 10 programmes
How to apply to Universidad Diego Portales
Step-by-step guidance for applying to Universidad Diego Portales, in five steps.
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Identify the right programme
Use the programme finder to browse Universidad Diego Portales's 129 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check entry requirements
Programme-level requirements at Universidad Diego Portales typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Prepare your application documents
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Submit via the institution
Universidad Diego Portales processes applications through www.udp.cl. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Get in touch with admissions
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +56 (2) 676 2000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad Diego Portales
A short Q&A covering Universidad Diego Portales's essentials — founding, location, and structure.
How old is Universidad Diego Portales?
The institution opened in 1982 (approximately 44 years ago).
What city is Universidad Diego Portales in?
Universidad Diego Portales operates from Santiago, Chile.
Is Universidad Diego Portales public or private?
It is a private higher-education institution.
How big is Universidad Diego Portales's student body?
Universidad Diego Portales serves approximately 15,000-19,999 students.
Where does Universidad Diego Portales stand in university rankings?
Universidad Diego Portales is ranked QS 2027 #1201-1400.
What qualification levels does Universidad Diego Portales offer?
Universidad Diego Portales delivers doctoral programmes across its academic units.
Is Universidad Diego Portales accredited?
The institution holds recognition from National Accreditation Commission (CNA).
What is Universidad Diego Portales's official website?
You can find Universidad Diego Portales online at www.udp.cl.
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