Universidad de los Andes - UNIANDES vs Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana - UPB vs Universidad Militar Nueva Granada - UMNG vs Escuela Colombiana de Carreras Industriales - ECCI vs Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia - UNAD

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca - UCMC (5.00)
Universidad de los Andes - UNIANDES: wins 1/5 categories
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana - UPB: wins 1/5 categories
Universidad Militar Nueva Granada - UMNG: wins 0/5 categories
Escuela Colombiana de Carreras Industriales - ECCI: wins 1/5 categories
Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia - UNAD: wins 2/5 categories
Universidad Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca - UCMC: wins 0/5 categories
Asociación Colombiana de Facultades de Administración - ASCOLFA: wins 0/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Advertising
Best programme: Economics
Best programme: Business Management and Modern Languages and Cultures
Best programme: BA (hons) Psychology
Best programme: BSC Medical Laboratory Technology
Category ratings
Facilities
4.69
Win
4.00
4.00
4.00
4.33
3.00
Not rated
Location
4.17
4.60
Win
4.50
Not rated
4.33
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
4.52
4.20
4.00
5.00
4.40
5.00
Not rated
Internationality
4.43
4.00
5.00
5.00
4.00
2.00
Not rated
Student life
4.31
3.80
4.00
4.00
4.50
Win
3.00
Not rated
Value
4.33
4.40
4.00
5.00
Win
4.00
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
4.05
2.20
4.00
4.00
4.67
Win
3.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +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.
  • +Elite academic programs and strong teachers
  • +Excellent infrastructure and facilities
  • +Humanistic focus and values
  • +Excellent faculty and academic level
  • +Relevant and practical learning experiences
  • +Attractive and accessible campus locations
  • +Flexible curriculum and teacher willingness
  • +Unorganized internal logistics and outdated facilities
  • +Supportive and caring staff offering detailed explanations.
  • +Emphasis on self-reliance and critical thinking in learning.
  • +Flexible online learning options with advanced technological resources.
  • +Expert faculty and hands-on learning
  • +Diverse and in-demand programs
  • +Convenient campus access

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Cons
  • -Poor communication and unclear expectations from staff.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Ineffective teaching methods and lack of academic support.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a significant concern.
  • -Lack of resources and support impacts the learning experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of effective teaching and student support is a common complaint.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and a perceived lack of student support are common complaints.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration and inefficiency.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern resources are a significant drawback.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly delivered.
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of support and unclear expectations contribute to dissatisfaction.

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Rating summary
What students say

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).

An overall assessment of the university reveals a strong performance in several key areas. The location stands out as a particular strength with a rating of 4.6, closely followed by professors at 4.2 and value at 4.4. Facilities and internationality also received a solid 4. Student life is rated moderately at 3.8. The weakest area identified is accommodation, receiving a considerably lower score of 2.2.

This institution receives excellent feedback, with its **Internationality rating standing out at a perfect 5**. Facilities, Professors, Student Life, and Accomodation all scored a solid 4, indicating strong overall offerings. Location is also a notable strength at 4.5. The Value rating is also good at 4. While no areas are weak, the strongest performing category is clearly Internationality.

This institution boasts exceptional strengths in its faculty, international student community, and perceived value, all earning a perfect score. Student life, facilities, and accommodation also received high marks, indicating a well-rounded experience. The university's weakest area, however, is its location, which unfortunately scored zero.

This institution receives consistently high marks, particularly excelling in **Accomodation** and **Student Life**, both scoring above 4.5. **Value** and **Internationality** are the lowest-rated areas, though still solid at 4.0. Other categories like Facilities, Professors, and Location also demonstrate strong performance, with ratings around 4.3 to 4.4, indicating a well-rounded educational experience.

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.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

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.

With 12 out of 13 reviews being positive, students highly praise the university's strong tradition, excellent teachers, and quality facilities. Key themes include a humanist approach, elite orientation in economics, and good learning methodologies, with ~92% of feedback being highly positive.

All five reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.4/5 stars. Students highlight excellent professors, a strong academic level, and appealing campuses. One review mentioned administrative improvements are needed.

With an average rating of 3.5/5, feedback is ~50% positive. Students appreciate the flexibility in course selection due to teacher willingness. However, ~50% of feedback notes unorganized internal logistics and outdated, unrestored facilities.

Students report a highly positive experience (~100% of feedback), praising strong organizational support, attentive staff, and engaging learning methods. Some minor navigation and response time issues were noted.

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.

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Rating distribution
5★
64%
54%
40%
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80%
100%
0%
4★
34%
38%
60%
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3★
2%
8%
0%
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0%
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2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
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0%
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1★
0%
0%
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