Study in Colombia 🇨🇴
30 Universities
863 Programs
$1k–$6k/yr Tuition
Colombia is home to 30 universities offering 863 programs to international students. Tuition ranges from $1k–$6k/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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Universidad de Los Andes
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $12k - $20k/yr 
#1 Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $1k - $5k/yr 
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Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $8k - $15k/yr 
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Universidad del Valle
Cali, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $700 - $3.5k/yr 
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Universidad de Antioquia
MedellÃn, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $800 - $4k/yr 
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Universidad del Rosario
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $7k - $14k/yr 
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Universidad del Norte
Barranquilla, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $6k - $12k/yr 
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Universidad ICESI
Cali, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $7k - $14k/yr 
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Universidad Industrial de Santander
Bucaramanga, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $500 - $2.5k/yr 
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Universidad EAFIT
MedellÃn, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $9k - $16k/yr 
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Universidad Externado de Colombia
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $6.5k - $13k/yr 
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Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
MedellÃn, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private $5k - $10k/yr 
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Universidad de La Sabana
ChÃa, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $8k - $15k/yr 
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Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira
Pereira, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $600 - $3k/yr 
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Universidad de Caldas
Manizales, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $400 - $2k/yr 
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Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $5.5k - $11k/yr 
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Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $400 - $2k/yr 
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Universidad de Cartagena
Cartagena, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Public $600 - $3k/yr 
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Universidad Sergio Arboleda
Bogotá, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $6k - $12k/yr 
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Universidad de MedellÃn
MedellÃn, 🇨🇴 Colombia
Private Non-Profit $4.5k - $9k/yr Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to study in Colombia?
Tuition in Colombia ranges from $1k–$6k/yr. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) average $4,500.
How many universities are in Colombia?
Abroadly lists 30 universities across 0 cities in Colombia, offering 863 programs at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Do I need to speak Spanish to study in Colombia?
While Spanish is the official language of Colombia, 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 Colombia?
The most popular fields for international students in Colombia include: Engineering, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Business Administration. Colombia is particularly renowned for its programs in Engineering and Education.