University of the Pacific

Overview

English Name: University of the Pacific

Founded: 1988

Control Type: Public

University of the Pacific is among Colombia's public institutions, founded in 1988 and based in Buenaventura, Colombia. It operates as a higher-education provider.

Academically, University of the Pacific spans multiple qualification levels, hosted within multiple faculties. The university runs a catalogue of active programmes across these constituent units.

Location & Contact

Need to get in touch with University of the Pacific or find your way to campus? Address, phone, email, and online links are below. These reflect what the institution publishes on its official channels.

Academic Details

University of the Pacific's student-to-faculty composition and recognition standing are listed below. Student support staff (advisers, counsellors) are typically separate from academic staff and often uncounted here.

Degrees

Below: University of the Pacific's degree portfolio by level. Honours versus general degrees differ in academic depth and graduate-school recognition — read entry requirements carefully.

Faculties & Divisions

Each of University of the Pacific's faculties focuses on different subject clusters — the breakdown is below. Cross-faculty programmes exist but are usually administered by their lead division.

How to apply to University of the Pacific

Application guidance for University of the Pacific, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Identify which programmes University of the Pacific offers in your subject area. Decide on the qualification tier you want to pursue, then verify the specific programme exists at the institution.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

   Programme-level requirements at University of the Pacific typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

3. 3
   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.

4. 4
   Submit via the institution

   University of the Pacific processes applications through www.unipacifico.edu.co. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +57(602)2405555. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of the Pacific

Quick answers to the most common questions about University of the Pacific — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

Top-Ranked Universities in Colombia

Faculty awards and national-leader status concentrate at the top Colombia universities. University of the Pacific's faculty distinctions compared to leaders signal where the institution sits in academic networks.

Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Bogotá · Public · Rank #602

Universidad de Antioquía

Medellín · Public · Rank #939

Universidad de los Andes, Colombia

Bogotá · Private · Rank #1235

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Bogotá · Private · Rank #1414

Universidad del Rosario

Bogotá · Private · Rank #1546

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Regional admissions cycle quirks (early-deadline schemes, regional aid programmes) apply consistently across the universities near University of the Pacific. Worth knowing during shortlisting.

Universidad Del Pacifico

Buenaventura · Rank #3159

UN

University of the ValleyPacific Branch

Buenaventura · Public · Est. 1986

Universities Often Compared with University of the Pacific

Joint research consortia among universities at University of the Pacific's level — shared grants, co-supervision arrangements — make peer institutions natural collaborators rather than just competitors.

PO

Polytechnic Corporation of the Atlantic Coast

Barranquilla · Private · Est. 1988

MI

Minuto de Dios University Corporation

Bogotá · Private · Est. 1988

SC

School of Business Studies

Bogotá · Private · Est. 1988

UN

University Centre of Rural Welfare

Puerto Tejada · Private · Est. 1988

Politécnico de la Costa Atlántica

Barranquilla · Est. 1988