Universidad Don Bosco
Soyapango, El Salvador • Founded 1984
Updated May 2026
Overview
Established in 1984, the Universidad Don Bosco (Don Bosco University) is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Soyapango (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), San Salvador.
This institution also has a branch campus in Antiguo Cuscatlán. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, República de El Salvador (Ministry of Education of El Salvador), Universidad Don Bosco (UDB) is a small-sized coeducational Salvadoran higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion.
Universidad Don Bosco (UDB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. This 40-year-old Salvadoran higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
UDB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Universidad Don Bosco's coordinates, postal address, and the contact channels admissions teams respond on. Campus tour bookings often have their own page distinct from general contact channels.
Academic Details
Key statistics on Universidad Don Bosco's student population, faculty size, and external recognition. International vs domestic student split is often missing from these figures but matters for campus culture.
Academic Structures
The internal academic structure of Universidad Don Bosco — by faculty, school, and unit. Research-only units exist alongside teaching units; their function and student involvement differ.
Unit 5 items
- Faculty of Economics Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences
- Faculty of Technological Studies
Degrees
Also Postgraduate Diplomas (Diplomado de Especialización); Double Degrees in Social Sciences (Maestro and Doctor) and Industrial Maintenance (Maestro) offered with Universidad Centroamericana (UCA)
Doctoral 3 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Education
- Social Sciences
- Theology
Other 38 programs
- Accountancy
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Architectural and Environmental Design
- Biomedical Engineering
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Curriculum
- Dental Technology
- Education
- Educational Testing and Evaluation
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Energy Engineering
- Foreign Languages Education
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Maintenance
- Ingeniero
- Licenciado
- Maintenance Technology
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Modern Languages
- Multimedia
- Pastoral Studies
- Peace and Disarmament
- Pedagogy
- Primary Education
- Safety Engineering
- Social Policy
- Social Sciences
- Software Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Theology
- Tourism
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministerio de Educación, República de El Salvador.
Antiguo Cuscatlán (Campus) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- Communication Studies
- Design
- Education
- Engineering
- Foreign Languages Education
- Modern Languages
- Social Sciences
- Theology
- Tourism
Basic Sciences (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Distance Education (Department/Division) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- DEI
Aeronautics (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Economics (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Marketing
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biomedical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Rehabilitation Sciences (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science and Humanities (Faculty) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Communication Studies
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- English
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
- Modern Languages
- Multimedia
- Preschool Education
- Primary Education
- Secondary Education
- Teacher Training
- Theology
- Tourism
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Research and Pedagogical Training (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Education
- Teacher Training
Pedagogy and Salesian Spirituality (Research Division) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Programs Offered
Universidad Don Bosco's programme finder filters by name across all degree levels. Departmental admissions criteria sometimes differ from institutional minimums — verify against the programme page before relying on either.
42 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in El Salvador
Bachelor's Degree 17 programmes
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Master's Degree 9 programmes
Doctorate 3 programmes
Associate's Degree 13 programmes
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How to apply to Universidad Don Bosco
How to apply to Universidad Don Bosco — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.
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Identify the right programme
Use the programme finder to browse Universidad Don Bosco's 42 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 Don Bosco 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 Don Bosco processes applications through www.udb.edu.sv. 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 +503 2251 8200. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad Don Bosco
Quick reference for Universidad Don Bosco: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.
How old is Universidad Don Bosco?
The institution opened in 1984 (approximately 42 years ago).
Where can I find Universidad Don Bosco?
The institution is located in Soyapango, El Salvador.
What is Universidad Don Bosco's control type?
Universidad Don Bosco operates as a private institution.
How many students does Universidad Don Bosco have?
The institution has a student body of 5,000-5,999.
What qualification levels does Universidad Don Bosco offer?
Programmes at Universidad Don Bosco cover doctoral programmes.
Is Universidad Don Bosco affiliated with a religion?
Universidad Don Bosco is associated with Christian-Catholic.
How is Universidad Don Bosco organised academically?
The institution comprises 5 academic units.
Is Universidad Don Bosco officially recognised?
Yes, Universidad Don Bosco is recognised by Ministerio de Educación , Ciencia y Tecnología; Comisión de Acreditación de la Calidad de la Educación Superior (CdA); Sociedad Internacional de Ortesis y Prótesis (ISPO); Agencia Centroamericana de Acreditación de Programas de Arquitectura y de Ingeniería (ACAAI); Autoridad de Aviación Civil de El Salvador (AAC); AUDIT Centroamérica (Consejo Centroamericano de Acreditación de la Educación Superior (CCA) and Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y la Acreditación (ANECA), Spain).
Where can I learn more about Universidad Don Bosco?
Universidad Don Bosco's official website is www.udb.edu.sv.
Other Salvadoran Universities Affiliated with Christian-Catholic
Religious-text study options and theology programmes appear consistently at Christian-Catholic universities. Universidad Don Bosco and the peers below often share similar degree offerings in religious studies.
Faculties at nearby universities
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Universities Compared with Universidad Don Bosco
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