Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic • Founded 1966

Updated Jun 2026

Overview

English Name: Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña
Acronyms: UNPHU
Founded: 1966
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public

Based in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña is a higher-education institution that traces its founding to 1966. It functions as a higher-education provider within the Dominican Republic's higher-education sector.

Location & Contact

Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña's contact information and physical address — the basics you'll want before applying or visiting. Bookmark this page as a single reference point during the application cycle.

Address: Av. John F. Kennedy Km 7 1/2 Apartado Postal 1423
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Programs Offered

Every programme Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña offers, searchable by name and grouped by level. Pathway programmes leading from foundation to bachelor entry are sometimes listed separately from full degree programmes.

59 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Dominican Republic

Bachelor's Degree 29 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Accounting · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomic Engineering - Crops
Agriculture · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
Agriculture · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and Urbanism
Architecture · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
Business Administration · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
General Engineering · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry Education
Chemistry · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
General Engineering · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Psychology
Clinical Psychology · 4 years
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Systems Engineering
General Engineering · 4 years

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Master's Degree 15 programmes

Master's in Administrative Law and Public Management
Law
Master's in Artificial Intelligence
AI & Machine Learning

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Master's in Business Administration
Business Administration
Master's in Conservation of Monuments and Cultural Heritage
Archaeology

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Master's in Environmental Engineering
General Engineering
Master's in Human Resources Management and Direction
Human Resource Management

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Master's in Inclusive Education and Attention to Diversity
Education & Teaching
Master's in Management Accounting and Comprehensive Auditing
Accounting
Master's in Museum Studies
2 years

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Master's in Political Science - International Relations
Politics & International Relations

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Doctorate 2 programmes

Doctorate in Educational Sciences - Methodological and Research Formation
Education & Teaching
Doctorate in Educational Technology
Education & Teaching

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Associate's Degree 1 programme

Associate's Degree in Superior Technician in Surveying
Civil Engineering & Construction · 2 years

Diploma 4 programmes

Diploma in Acquisitions and Contracting Management
Business & Management
Diploma in Comprehensive Cosmetology - Advanced Level
Health Sciences
Diploma in Comprehensive Cosmetology - Basic Level
Health Sciences
Diploma in Financial Statement Analysis and Interpretation
Translation & Interpreting

Postgraduate Certificate 8 programmes

Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Construction Management
Civil Engineering & Construction
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Curriculum Development Based on Competencies

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Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Environmental Education
Education & Teaching
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Librarianship and Information Sciences
Information Systems & Technology
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Project Management
Business & Management
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Teacher Qualification in Biology
Biological Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Teacher Qualification in Chemistry
Chemistry
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialization in Teacher Qualification in Mathematics
Mathematics

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How to apply to Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña

How to apply to Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña

    Use the programme finder to browse Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña's 59 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Programme-level requirements at Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting 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
    Lodge your application

    Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña processes applications through unphu.edu.do. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña

Quick answers to the most common questions about Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

When was Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña founded?

Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña was established in 1966 (approximately 60 years ago).

What city is Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña in?

Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña operates from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Is Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña public or private?

It is a public higher-education institution.

Where can I learn more about Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña?

The institution's website is unphu.edu.do.

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