Study in Peru 🇵🇪
20 Universities
513 Programs
$1k–$5k/yr Tuition
Peru is home to 20 universities offering 513 programs to international students. Tuition ranges from $1k–$5k/yr — some of the most affordable in the world. The primary language of instruction is Spanish, with many programs available fully in English.
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Cayetano Heredia University
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private Non-Profit $7k - $15k/yr 
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Universidad ESAN
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private Non-Profit $15k - $25k/yr 
#1 Pontifical Catholic University of Peru
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private Non-Profit $6k - $12k/yr 
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National University of San Marcos
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $200 - $800/yr 
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Scientific University of the South
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $6k - $12k/yr 
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University of the Pacific
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private Non-Profit $8k - $16k/yr 
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Peruvian University of Applied Sciences
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $7k - $14k/yr 
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University of Piura
Piura, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private Non-Profit $5k - $10k/yr 
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National University of Engineering
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $200 - $700/yr 
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National Agrarian University La Molina
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $300 - $900/yr 
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Private University of the North
Trujillo, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $4k - $8k/yr 
#9 Ricardo Palma University
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $4k - $8k/yr 
#10 National University of the Altiplano
Puno, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $100 - $400/yr 
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San Ignacio de Loyola University
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $7k - $14k/yr 
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National University of Trujillo
Trujillo, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $100 - $500/yr 
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University of Engineering and Technology (UTEC)
Lima, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $10k - $20k/yr 
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Catholic University of Santa Maria
Arequipa, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private Non-Profit $3k - $6k/yr 
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National University of San Antonio Abad of Cusco
Cusco, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $150 - $600/yr 
#26 National University of Callao
Callao, 🇵🇪 Peru
Public $100 - $500/yr 
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Antenor Orrego Private University
Trujillo, 🇵🇪 Peru
Private $3.5k - $7k/yr Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to study in Peru?
Tuition in Peru ranges from $1k–$5k/yr. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) average $4,000.
How many universities are in Peru?
Abroadly lists 20 universities across 7 cities in Peru, offering 513 programs at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Do I need to speak Spanish to study in Peru?
While Spanish is the official language of Peru, many universities offer fully English-taught programs — especially at Master's level. Some universities also offer free or subsidized language courses for international students.
What are the most popular subjects to study in Peru?
The most popular fields for international students in Peru include: Engineering, Health Sciences, Business, Law, Education. Peru is particularly renowned for its programs in Engineering and Health Sciences.
