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Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG)

Location

Central Campus UVG, Guatemala City Guatemala

Ranking

# =31Latin America and the Caribbean Rankings - Central America

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83Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes

International

2 % International students

Scholarship

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About Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG)

Universidad del Valle Guatemala, UVG, founded in 1966, is one of the most prestigious universities in Central America, due to its cutting-edge technology and leadership in promoting high-level research and teaching.

For more than fifty-two years we had seek and welcome talented people who want to be agents of change. UVG programs offer a distinctive approach of liberal arts and specialized training in applied sciences.  At UVG, you can choose from over 1500 courses in sciences, humanities, engineering and education.

We have two external campuses: Universidad del Valle de Guatemala South Campus located in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Escuintla and Altiplano Campus Universidad del Valle in Sololá.  These campuses offer relevant academic and extension programs to the region.

UVG has been characterized as an institution that seeks academic excellence with criteria values and support for all students through financial aid and scholarship programs for low income young talented students.  UVG is excellence that transcends.


About Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG)

Universidad del Valle Guatemala, UVG, founded in 1966, is one of the most prestigious universities in Central America, due to its cutting-edge technology and leadership in promoting high-level research and teaching.

For more than fifty-two years we had seek and welcome talented people who want to be agents of change. UVG programs offer a distinctive approach of liberal arts and specialized training in applied sciences.  At UVG, you can choose from over 1500 courses in sciences, humanities, engineering and education.

We have two external campuses: Universidad del Valle de Guatemala South Campus located in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Escuintla and Altiplano Campus Universidad del Valle in Sololá.  These campuses offer relevant academic and extension programs to the region.

UVG has been characterized as an institution that seeks academic excellence with criteria values and support for all students through financial aid and scholarship programs for low income young talented students.  UVG is excellence that transcends.


Available programmes

UVG has 6 faculties:

  • Social Science School
  • University College and Students affairs Deanship
  • School of Science and Humanities
  • School of Education
  • School of Engineering
  • Global Management and Business Intelligence
  • Design Innovation & Arts

and the following Bachelor Degrees:

  • Education
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Music
  • Psychopedagogy
  • Math and Physics
  • Chemistry and Biology



Universidad del Valle Guatemala, UVG offers more than 20 masters programs in:

  • School Business and Engineering
  • Social Science
  • Education
  • Sciences and Technology

University information

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Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Rankings & ratings

Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) is one of the top private universities in Solola, Guatemala. It is ranked #=31 in Latin America and the Caribbean Rankings - Central America 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can start your admission process to UVG online at www.uvg.edu.gt/admisiones/aplica-nuestros-programas . The first step is to fill out an application form and take the Academic Aptitude Test (PAA) online. You can solve your doubts by writing to [email protected] .
To learn more about our undergraduate programs, visit www.uvg.edu.gt/academico/carreras or fill out the form at www.uvg.edu.gt/inscribete . For graduate programs, visit www.uvg.edu.gt/academico/masters or fill out the form www.uvg.edu.gt/infomasters . You can also resolve your questions by emailing [email protected] .
To learn more about our exchange opportunities at UVG, visit www.uvg.edu.gt/vida-estudiantil/relaciones-internacionales-ingles , email [email protected] or call (502) 2507-1500.
Upon admission, students can apply for various scholarships and financial aid options based on specific majors or financial needs. To learn more about the process, visit www.uvg.edu.gt/admisiones/ayuda-financiera or email [email protected] .
To learn more about how you can contribute to the UVG scholarship program, visit www.usfuvg.org or contact the US Foundation of the University of the Valley of Guatemala at www.usfuvg.org/contact .
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