Universidad Sergio Arboleda vs Universidad Santo Tomas - USTA vs Universidad de los Andes - UNIANDES vs Escuela Superior de Administración Pública - ESAP vs Universidad Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca - UCMC

Side-by-side comparison from 66 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca - UCMC (5.00)
Universidad Sergio Arboleda: wins 1/7 categories
Universidad Santo Tomas - USTA: wins 2/7 categories
Universidad de los Andes - UNIANDES: wins 2/7 categories
Escuela Superior de Administración Pública - ESAP: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca - UCMC: wins 1/7 categories
Universidad de La Salle - LASALLE: wins 1/7 categories
Asociación Colombiana de Facultades de Administración - ASCOLFA: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Industrial Engineering
Best programme: Bachelor of Tourism Management
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: BSC Medical Laboratory Technology
Best programme: Economics and Finance
Category ratings
Facilities
4.11
4.20
4.69
Win
Not rated
3.00
4.33
Not rated
Location
4.56
4.80
Win
4.17
Not rated
Not rated
4.33
Not rated
Professors
4.00
4.60
4.52
Not rated
5.00
Win
4.67
Not rated
Internationality
4.33
4.40
4.43
Win
Not rated
2.00
3.00
Not rated
Student life
4.44
Win
4.40
4.31
Not rated
3.00
4.33
Not rated
Value
4.22
4.60
4.33
Not rated
4.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Accommodation
3.89
4.25
Win
4.05
Not rated
3.00
3.67
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Passionate professors and vibrant learning environment
  • +Modern facilities and academic opportunities
  • +Strong career support and personal development
  • +High quality programs and professional teachers
  • +Supportive and amazing study environment with extracurriculars
  • +Emphasis on practical skills and real-world preparation
  • +Rigorous, deep, and innovative academic programs with opportunities for interdisciplinary study.
  • +Inspiring and experienced international faculty offering precise and relevant learning.
  • +Stimulating learning environments with extensive campus facilities and a strong sense of community.

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  • +Expert faculty and hands-on learning
  • +Diverse and in-demand programs
  • +Convenient campus access
  • +Excellent professors and quality education/curriculum
  • +Strong focus on ethics and humanistic values
  • +Downtown campus offering urban experience

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Cons
  • -Lack of academic rigor and unchallenging coursework.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Communication is often poor and unhelpful.
  • -Poor communication and unclear expectations from staff.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Ineffective teaching methods and lack of academic support.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of support and unclear expectations contribute to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a problem.
  • -Poor teaching quality and insufficient academic support are disliked.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its **location**, receiving a high rating of 4.56, and in its **student life**, scoring 4.44. **Facilities** also fare well with a rating of 4.11. Conversely, the **accommodation** category shows the lowest score at 3.89, indicating it as a potential area for improvement. Ratings for professors, internationality, and value fall within a solid mid-range.

Exceptional marks were achieved in several areas, notably for **Location** (4.8) and **Professors** (4.6), along with strong **Value** (4.6). While still positive, **Facilities** and **Accommodation** received the lowest scores at 4.2 and 4.25 respectively. Overall, the university presents a highly regarded environment, with particular strengths in its accessible setting and teaching quality.

This institution receives high marks overall, with its **Facilities** standing out as the strongest area at 4.69. Professors are also highly rated (4.52), alongside a strong showing for Internationality (4.43) and Value (4.33). Student Life scores well at 4.31. The weakest, though still solid, areas are Location (4.17) and Accomodation (4.05).

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This institution demonstrates a notable strength in the quality of its professors, receiving a perfect score. Conversely, its location received no rating, indicating a potential area for improvement or a lack of data. Other aspects like facilities, student life, and accommodation were moderately rated, suggesting a generally satisfactory experience. Internationality scores were lower, and value for money was rated well.

This university demonstrates exceptional strengths, with an outstanding perfect score for **Value** and high marks for its **Professors**. The **Facilities**, **Location**, and **Student Life** also received solid ratings. However, **Accomodation** is a moderately weaker area, and **Internationality** received the lowest score among the surveyed aspects.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

About 56% of reviews are positive, highlighting academic opportunities, professors, and growth. A small portion (11.1%) of negative feedback mentions a lack of academic challenge and lazy professors.

With an average rating of 4.2/5 from 5 reviews, ~80% are positive. Students praise high-quality study programs, excellent teachers, and a supportive environment for academic and extracurricular activities. Practical skills and hands-on experience are also highlighted.

With 46 out of 47 reviews being positive, students praise enriching academic opportunities like double majors and innovative teaching methods such as PBL. The university is lauded as number one in Colombia for its rigorous structure and comprehensive curriculum.

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With an average rating of 5/5, all feedback is positive. Students praise the excellent faculty, good clinical sites, and the seamless integration of theory and practice. Accessibility via public transport or car is also highlighted.

All reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.33/5 stars. Students praise excellent teachers, quality education, and professional training that instills values and ethics.

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Rating distribution
5★
11%
40%
64%
0%
100%
33%
0%
4★
44%
40%
34%
0%
0%
67%
0%
3★
33%
20%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
11%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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