Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos
Lima, Peru • Founded 1551 • World Rank #2043
Overview
Founded in 1551, the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (National Major San Marcos University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Lima (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).
Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Peru (Ministry of Education of Peru), Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM) is a very large-sized coeducational Peruvian higher education institution. Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (UNMSM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 472-year-old Peruvian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Peruvian higher education organization an extremely selective institution.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
UNMSM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Address book entry for Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos: location, phone, email, web, and social channels. The press or media office handles institutional inquiries; admissions handles student-specific queries.
Academic Details
A snapshot of Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and the bodies recognising its work. Useful as a benchmark when comparing against peer institutions or national leaders.
Degrees
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's academic qualifications, from foundation through to doctoral, are sorted below. The progression mirrors the standard study ladder used in most higher-education systems.
Doctoral 9 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Economics
- Environmental Studies
- Law
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
Other 92 programs
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Agricultural Engineering
- Anatomy
- Anthropology
- Applied Mathematics
- Archaeology
- Art Education
- Art History
- Arts and Humanities
- Banking
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Business Administration
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Communication Studies
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Cultural Studies
- Dentistry
- Ecology
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Finance
- Fine Arts
- Food Science
- Genetics
- Geography
- Geology
- Health Sciences
- History
- Human Resources
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- International Business
- Laboratory Techniques
- Law
- Library Science
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Microbiology
- Mining Engineering
- Modern Languages
- Molecular Biology
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Occupational Health
- Occupational Therapy
- Operations Research
- Parasitology
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Radiology
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
- Secondary Education
- Social Sciences
- Social Welfare
- Social Work
- Social and Community Services
- Sociology
- Software Engineering
- Statistics
- Systems Analysis
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Tourism
- Toxicology
- Tropical Agriculture
- Veterinary Science
- Zoology
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministerio de Educación, Peru.
Accountancy (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
Administration (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administration
- International Business
- Tourism
Arts and Humanities (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Art Education
- Arts and Humanities
- Communication Studies
- Information Sciences
- Library Science
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Philosophy
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Editor
- Cultural Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Biological Sciences (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Genetics
- Microbiology
- Parasitology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Industrial Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Process Engineer
- Plant Manager
- Materials Specialist
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.
Economics (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Education
- Physical Education
- Primary Education
- Secondary Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Electrical Engineer
- Power Systems Engineer
- Automation Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Geology, Mining, Metallurgy and Geography (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Geography
- Geology
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
Industrial Engineering (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Industrial Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law and Political Science (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
- Political Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Mathematics (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Operations Research
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Data Analyst
- Statistician
- Actuary
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine (Faculty) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anatomy
- Laboratory Techniques
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Radiology
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Pharmacy and Biochemistry (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Food Science
- Pharmacy
- Toxicology
Common Career Paths
- Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Physics (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Physicist
- Research Scientist
- Data Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Psychology (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Psychology
Common Career Paths
- Psychologist
- Counsellor
- Clinical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Social Sciences (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Geography
- History
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sociology
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Systems and Computer Engineering (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Systems Analysis
Common Career Paths
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Veterinary Science (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
- Veterinarian
- Animal Health Specialist
- Wildlife Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Raúl Porras (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Tropical Medicine (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Rural Andine History (Research Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Fine Arts
- History
Programs Offered
All active programmes at Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos are listed by degree level. Cross-reference against the divisions section to identify which faculty owns each programme — that determines admissions handling.
Bachelor's Degree
65 programmes
These 65 programmes make up Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's undergraduate catalogue. A bachelor's degree is the baseline credential for most graduate careers and advanced study.
Toxicología Biological Sciences
Farmacia y Bioquímica Pharmacy
Ciencia de los Alimentos Medicine & Health
Enfermería Nursing
Literatura Literature
Lingüística Literature
Arqueología Humanities & Cultural Studies
Historia History
Filosofía Philosophy & Ethics
Danza Performing Arts
Arte Visual Arts
Conservación y Restauración Arts, Design & Architecture
Antropología Social Sciences & Education
Comunicación Social Communication Studies
Bibliotecología y Ciencias de la Información Environmental Sciences
Economía Economics
Economía Internacional Economics
Economía Pública Economics
Ciencia Política Politics & International Relations
Sociología Social & Cultural Studies
Psicología Organizacional y de la Gestión Humana Psychology
Psicología Psychology
Investigación Operativa Music
Matemática Mathematics
Estadística Mathematics
Química Chemistry
Ingeniería Química General Engineering
Física Physics & Astronomy
Ingeniería Geográfica General Engineering
Ingeniería Geológica General Engineering
Geografía Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Ingeniería Ambiental General Engineering
Ciencias Biológicas Biological Sciences
Microbiología y Parasitología Microbiology
Computación Científica Computer Science & IT
Ingeniería de Telecomunicaciones General Engineering
Ingeniería de Sistemas General Engineering
Ingeniería de Software General Engineering
Ingeniería Industrial General Engineering
Ingeniería Textil y Confecciones General Engineering
Ingeniería de Minas General Engineering
Ingeniería Civil General Engineering
Ingeniería Eléctrica General Engineering
Ingeniería Mecánica de Fluidos General Engineering
Ingeniería Metalúrgica General Engineering
Ingeniería Electrónica General Engineering
Ingeniería de Seguridad y Salud en el Trabajo General Engineering
Administración de Turismo Tourism & Leisure
Derecho Law
Trabajo Social Social Work
Contabilidad Accounting
Auditoría Empresarial y del Sector Público Accounting
Gestión Tributaria Performing Arts
Ingeniería Biomédica General Engineering
Genética y Biotecnología Medicine & Health
Administración Religious Studies
Administración de Negocios Internacionales Religious Studies
Odontología Dentistry
Educación Education & Teaching
Educación Física Physics & Astronomy
Tecnología Médica Medicine & Health
Nutrición Medicine & Health
Obstetricia Medicine
Medicina Veterinaria Veterinary Medicine
Ingeniería Agroindustrial Agribusiness
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
90 programmes
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos offers 90 programmes at master's level — postgraduate programmes that deepen a specialism, usually over one to two years after a bachelor's degree.
Políticas y Planificación en Salud Social Sciences & Education
Química Clínica Chemistry
Biotecnología Biological Sciences
Microbiología Microbiology
Salud Ocupacional y Ambiental Public Health
Salud Pública Public Health
Salud Sexual y Reproductiva Public Health
Epidemiología Epidemiology
Gerencia de Servicios de Salud Business & Management
Maestría en Cuidados Paliativos y Manejo del Dolor Health Sciences
Maestría Profesional en Gestión en Sistemas de Emergencias Médicas Pre Hospitalarias, Desastres y Rescate Aéreo Development Studies
Ciencia de los Alimentos
Docencia e Investigación en Salud Education & Teaching
Enfermería Nursing
Fisiología Medicine & Health
Atención Farmacéutica Medicine & Health
Farmacología Medicine & Health
Productos Naturales y Biocomercio Commerce
Ciencias Farmacéuticas Pharmacy
Toxicología Biological Sciences
Bioquímica Chemistry
Nutrición Medicine & Health
Neurociencias Biological Sciences
Ética en Salud y Bioética Clínica Medicine & Health
Medicina Medicine
Escritura Creativa Linguistics & Language Studies
Lengua y Literatura Literature
Literatura Literature
Lingüística Literature
Arqueología Andina Humanities & Cultural Studies
Historia History
Filosofía Philosophy & Ethics
Arte Peruano y Latinoamericano Visual Arts
Comunicaciones Journalism & Media
Bibliotecología e Información Environmental Sciences
Antropología Social Sciences & Education
Economía Economics
Ciencias de la Gestión Económico Empresarial Biological Sciences
Política y Gestión Tributaria Performing Arts
Prospectiva Estratégica para el Desarrollo Nacional Social Sciences & Education
Política Social Social Work
Gestión del Patrimonio Cultural Museum Studies
Género y Desarrollo Social Sciences & Education
Sociología Social & Cultural Studies
Psicología Psychology
Investigación de Operaciones y Sistemas Music
Matemática Pura Mathematics
Matemática Aplicada Mathematics
Estadística Matemática Mathematics
Bioestadística Mathematics
Ingeniería Química General Engineering
Maestría en Química Chemistry
Física Physics & Astronomy
Geografía Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Geología Earth Sciences & Geology
Ecosistemas y Recursos Acuáticos Environmental Sciences
Biodiversidad y Gestión de Ecosistemas Environmental Sciences
Ciencias Ambientales Biological Sciences
Zoología Biological Sciences
Biología Molecular Molecular Biology
Botánica Tropical Biological Sciences
Dirección Estratégica de las Telecomunicaciones Computer Science & IT
Telecomunicaciones Computer Science & IT
Ingeniería de Sistemas e Informática General Engineering
Ingeniería de Minas General Engineering
Ingeniería Industrial General Engineering
Ingeniería Hidráulica General Engineering
Ingeniería Metalúrgica General Engineering
Geometalurgia Materials Science
Gestión Integrada en Seguridad, Salud Ocupacional y Medio Ambiente Environmental Sciences
Contabilidad Accounting
Auditoría Accounting
Administración Religious Studies
Comercio Internacional y Aduanas Commerce
Gestión Pública Politics & International Relations
Genética Medicine & Health
Estomatología Dentistry
Gestión de Operaciones y Servicios Logísticos Music
Dirección de Empresas Industriales y de Servicios Business Administration
Banca y Finanzas Finance, Banking & Insurance
Maestría Profesional en Gestión de Negocios Internacionales Development Studies
Maestría Profesional en Gobierno de Tecnologías de Información Development Studies
Maestría Profesional en Prevención de Riesgos Laborales y Ambientales Development Studies
Educación Education & Teaching
Educación Intercultural Bilingüe Politics & International Relations
Gestión de la Información y del Conocimiento Education & Teaching
Derecho Law
Ciencias Veterinarias Veterinary Medicine
Ciencia Animal Animal Science
Epidemiología y Economía Veterinaria Epidemiology
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Doctorate
31 programmes
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos offers 31 programmes at doctoral level — the highest academic tier, centred on original research that contributes new knowledge to a field.
Medicina Medicine
Farmacia y Bioquímica Pharmacy
Ciencias de la Salud Biological Sciences
Neurociencias Biological Sciences
Enfermería Nursing
Lingüística Literature
Literatura Peruana y Latinoamericana Literature
Historia del Arte Art History
Filosofía Philosophy & Ethics
Economía Economics
Gestión Económica Global Politics & International Relations
Ciencias Sociales Politics & International Relations
Psicología Psychology
Matemática Pura Mathematics
Ciencias Químicas Chemistry
Ingeniería Química General Engineering
Física Physics & Astronomy
Ciencias Ambientales Biological Sciences
Ciencias Biológicas Biological Sciences
Ingeniería de Telecomunicaciones General Engineering
Ingeniería de Sistemas e Informática General Engineering
Ingeniería Industrial General Engineering
Ciencias Administrativas Religious Studies
Política Fiscal y Sistema Tributario Performing Arts
Ciencias Contables y Empresariales Biological Sciences
Gestión de Empresas Business & Management
Marketing Marketing
Estomatología Dentistry
Educación y Docencia Universitaria Performing Arts
Derecho y Ciencia Política Politics & International Relations
Medicina Veterinaria Veterinary Medicine
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
134 programmes
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos lists 134 programmes outside the standard bachelor-to-doctorate ladder — vocational and pathway awards that often carry credit toward a later full degree.
Medicina Familiar y Comunitaria Performing Arts
Medicina en Enfermedades Infecciosas y Tropicales Medicine
Enfermería en Emergencias y Desastres Nursing
Enfermería en Salud Pública Public Health
Medicina de Emergencias y Desastres Medicine
Epidemiología de Campo Epidemiology
Enfermería Pediátrica Nursing
Enfermería en Neonatología Medicine
Geriatría Social Work
Administración y Gestión en Salud Religious Studies
Sub Especialidad en Cardiología Pediátrica Medicine
Segunda Especialidad Profesional en Neonatología Medicine
Cirugía de Colon, Recto y Ano
Sub Especialidad de Oftalmología Pediátrica y Estrabismo Medicine
Cirugía Hepatopancreatobiliar y Transplante
Sub Especialidad en Neumología Oncológica
Sub Especialidad en Neurocirugía Pediátrica
Sub Especialidad en Psiquiatría de Adicciones
Sub Especialidad en Urología Pediátrica Medicine
Sub Especialidad de Gastroenterología Pediátrica Medicine
Sub Especialidad en Medicina Intensiva Pediátrica Medicine
Políticas y Regulación Farmacéutica
Sub Especialidad de Cirugía de Mano
Medicina Física y de Rehabilitación Physiotherapy
Sub Especialidad de Nefrología Pediátrica
Sub Especialidad en Anestesiología Obstétrica Medicine
Sub Especialidad en Neonatología Medicine
Hematología Medicine
Cirugía Pediátrica Medicine & Health
Medicina Oncológica Medicine
Medicina Legal Law
Medicina Intensiva Medicine
Psiquiatría del Niño y del Adolescente Medicine & Health
Patología Clínica Medicine & Health
Enfermería Intensivista Nursing
Enfermería Oncológica Nursing
Inmunología y Alergia Medicine & Health
Cirugía de Cabeza, Cuello y Maxilofacial Medicine & Health
Anestesiología Medicine
Dermatología Medicine
Neurología Medicine
Medicina Integral y Gestión en Salud Medicine
Enfermería en Salud Mental y Psiquiatría Nursing
Oftalmología Medicine
Enfermería en Nefrología Nursing
Pediatría de Emergencias y Desastres Medicine & Health
Medicina Interna Medicine
Recursos Vegetales y Terapéuticos Medicine & Health
Industria Farmacéutica Medicine & Health
Productos Sanitarios, Materiales Biomédicos y Dispositivos Médicos Performing Arts
Farmacia Clínica Pharmacy
Bromatología Medicine & Health
Toxicología y Química Legal Biological Sciences
Farmacia Hospitalaria Pharmacy
Farmacia Clínica y Hospitalaria Pharmacy
Análisis Bioquímicos Clínicos Medicine & Health
Genética Médica Medicine & Health
Radiología Medicine
Otorrinolaringología Medicine & Health
Cirugía de Tórax y Cardiovascular Medicine & Health
Gastroenterología Medicine
Pediatría Medicine & Health
Urología Medicine
Cirugía Plástica Medicine & Health
Anatomía Patológica Medicine & Health
Cardiología Medicine
Cirugía General Medicine & Health
Psiquiatría Medicine & Health
Reumatología Medicine & Health
Endocrinología Medicine
Ginecología y Obstetricia Medicine
Ortopedia y Traumatología Medicine
Neumología Medicine & Health
Neurocirugía Medicine & Health
Medicina Humana Medicine
Medicina Nuclear Medicine
Nefrología Medicine & Health
Enfermería Cardiológica Nursing
Enfermería en Centro Quirúrgico Nursing
Lingüística Hispánica Literature
Psicología de la Clínica y de la Salud Psychology
Psicología de las Dificultades Escolares Psychology
Computación e Informática Computer Sciences
Arbitraje y Conciliación Law
Ortodoncia y Ortopedia Maxilar Medicine
Rehabilitación Oral Physiotherapy
Odontología Forense Dentistry
Odontología Dentistry
Endodoncia Medicine & Health
Cirugía Buco Máxilo Facial Medicine & Health
Cirugía Bucal y Maxilofacial Medicine & Health
Endodoncia - Carielogía Medicine & Health
Periodoncia e Implantología Medicine & Health
Odontopediatría Medicine & Health
Ortodoncia Medicine & Health
Educación con Mención en Educación Inicial Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Desarrollo de Habilidades Comunicativas en la Educación Primaria Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Gimnasia Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Retardo Mental Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Desarrollo del Habla, Audición y Lenguaje Linguistics & Language Studies
Educación con Mención en Educación Especial Special Education
Educación con Mención en Problemas de Aprendizaje Education & Teaching
Estrategias de Evaluación e Intervención en Dificultades de Lenguaje Infantil Linguistics & Language Studies
Educación con Mención en Planificación Educativa Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Curriculum y Supervisión Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Enseñanza de Comunicación y Matemática para Profesores de Ii y Iii Ciclo de Educación Básica Regular Mathematics
Educación con Mención en Tecnología Educativa Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Didáctica de la Educación Primaria Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Desarrollo del Pensamiento Lógico Matemático en la Educación Secundaria Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Didáctica de la Comunicación en Educación Secundaria Communication Studies
Educación con Mención en Didáctica de la Matemática en Educación Secundaria Mathematics
Educación con Mención en Desarrollo de Habilidades Comunicativas en la Educación Secundaria Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Didáctica de la Educación Ciudadana en Educación Secundaria Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Educación Por el Arte Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Desarrollo del Pensamiento Lógico Matemático en la Educación Primaria Education & Teaching
Intervención Temprana en Niños con y Sin Necesidades Educativas Especiales Early Childhood Education
Educación con Mención en Desarrollo de Habilidades Cognitivas en la Educación Inicial Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Didáctica de la Educación Inicial Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Enseñanza del Francés Education & Teaching
Educación con Mención en Investigación Educacional Education & Teaching
Nutrición Clínica Medicine & Health
Nutrición Pública Medicine & Health
Psicoprofilaxis Obstétrica y Estimulación Prenatal Midwifery
Residentado en Medicina y Producción Lechera Medicine
Residentado en Clínica de Animales Menores Animal Science
Residentado en Clínica y Patología Aviar
Epidemiología y Economía Veterinaria Epidemiology
Clínica de Animales Menores Animal Science
Gerencia de Programas de Salud y Producción Animal Animal Science
Animales de Compañía Animal Science
Clínica y Patología Aviar Veterinary Medicine
Gerencia de Laboratorios Veterinarios Veterinary Medicine
Avicultura Agriculture
Porcicultura Agriculture
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos
The standard application path for Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Identify the right programme
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's catalogue includes 320 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 2 Check entry requirements
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's admissions process.
- 3 Prepare your application 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 Submit via the institution
Submit your completed application through Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's official website at www.unmsm.edu.pe. 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 Get in touch with admissions
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +51 (1) 619 7000. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos
Short Q&A on the institutional facts that matter most when shortlisting Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos as a study destination.
When did Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos open?
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos traces its founding to 1551 (approximately 475 years ago).
In which city is Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos?
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos is based in Lima, Peru.
Is Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos a public or private institution?
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos operates as a public institution.
How many students study at Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos?
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos has approximately 45,000-49,999 students.
What is Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos's ranking?
It ranks #2043 globally and #2 in Peru.
What programmes are available at Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos?
Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos offers doctoral programmes.
Is Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos officially recognised?
Yes, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos is recognised by National System of Evaluation, Accreditation and Certification of Higher Education (SINEACE); Superintendencia Nacional de Educación Superior Universitaria (SUNEDU).
How do I find Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos online?
The institution's website is www.unmsm.edu.pe.
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