Universidad del Norte

Universidad del Norte (Uninorte) is a private research university located in Barranquilla, Colombia, founded in 1966. It is consistently ranked among the top universities in Colombia and the Caribbean region. Uninorte is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and social development.

Academics

Uninorte offers a substantial number of programs across ten academic divisions, including Engineering, Administrative Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Legal Sciences, and Basic Sciences. The university provides 28 undergraduate programs, 62 professional specialization programs, 50 master's programs, and 15 doctoral programs. A notable strength is its engineering programs, all accredited by ABET, a significant international accreditation agency. The teaching approach emphasizes a strong faculty, with 60% holding doctoral degrees from top universities in the US and Europe, and a focus on research and innovation.

International Students

Uninorte welcomes international students and provides various services, including study abroad and exchange programs. While most courses are taught in Spanish, requiring intermediate proficiency, some faculty may accept assignments and exams in English. The university has over 300 international agreements, facilitating exchanges, double degrees, and internships. International Studies Abroad (ISA) has an office on campus to support US and Canadian students with language, travel, and cultural integration.

Campus & Location

The Uninorte campus is situated in Barranquilla, the largest city in Colombia's Caribbean region. The campus is modern, eco-friendly, and features extensive green areas, comfortable buildings, and various amenities such as restaurants, shops, and study spaces. Barranquilla offers a vibrant city life, conveniently located between popular tourist destinations like Cartagena and Santa Marta, with easy transportation via taxi and bus. The campus also boasts cultural and sports facilities, including the Coliseo de los Fundadores, which hosts major events.

Career Outcomes

Uninorte focuses on preparing students for the professional world, with career services that include professional practice coordination and a digital employment platform called Turpial. The university works to build strong relationships between the university and businesses to provide students with practical experience. Graduates from Uninorte's international partnerships have gone on to work at major companies such as Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, Intel Corporation, and Dell Technologies. The university also offers simulations of selection processes to help students prepare for job interviews and identify their strengths.