Universidad Externado de Colombia - UEC vs Universidad Nacional de Colombia vs Instituto Superior Mariano Moreno - ISMM vs Politecnico Grancolombiano - PGC vs Universidad de San Buenaventura - USB

Side-by-side comparison from 62 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad de San Buenaventura - USB (5.00)
Universidad Externado de Colombia - UEC: wins 0/6 categories
Universidad Nacional de Colombia: wins 1/6 categories
Instituto Superior Mariano Moreno - ISMM: wins 0/6 categories
Politecnico Grancolombiano - PGC: wins 0/6 categories
Universidad de San Buenaventura - USB: wins 1/6 categories
Universidad Libre - UniLibre: wins 4/6 categories
Asociación Colombiana de Facultades de Administración - ASCOLFA: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Government and International Relations
Best programme: Administration
Best programme: Computer Engineering
Best programme: Entrepreneurship
Best programme: Medicine
Category ratings
Facilities
4.62
4.07
Not rated
4.60
5.00
5.00
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Location
4.54
4.92
Not rated
4.00
4.00
5.00
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Professors
4.69
4.86
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Not rated
4.67
4.00
4.50
Not rated
Internationality
4.31
4.21
Not rated
4.67
5.00
Win
3.50
Not rated
Student life
4.54
4.85
Not rated
4.20
4.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Value
4.62
4.79
Not rated
4.17
2.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Accommodation
4.42
3.85
Not rated
4.00
4.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High-quality, specialized programs
  • +Excellent professors and diverse student body
  • +Opportunities for international experience and professional growth
  • +High academic quality and knowledgeable professors.
  • +Personal and professional growth opportunities.
  • +Positive and supportive campus environment.

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  • +High academic quality and standards
  • +Flexible study options and time management
  • +Committed and qualified professors
  • +High academic quality and relevant programs
  • +Strong English language focus
  • +Blend of nature and academic facilities
  • +High-quality academics and clinical programs with qualified instructors.
  • +Focus on humanities, values, and leadership development for societal impact.
  • +Supportive learning environment with approachable teachers and accessible facilities.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are frequently criticized.
  • -Lack of support and unclear communication contribute to student dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -Inconsistent course quality and teaching standards are a common complaint.

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  • -Excessive administrative burdens and ineffective management.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern resources.
  • -Poor communication and unsupportive faculty.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a common source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -The curriculum and teaching methods are perceived as inflexible or uninspiring.
  • -Students dislike administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources are a common complaint.
  • -The curriculum and teaching methods are often criticized.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates very strong performance, with its highest marks awarded to Professors (4.69) and its Facilities and Value (both 4.62). Location and Student Life also received excellent scores (4.54). The area with the lowest rating, though still respectable, is Internationality (4.31), followed closely by Accomodation (4.42).

This institution garners exceptionally high marks, particularly for its Location and Student Life, both approaching a perfect score. Professors also receive near-perfect ratings. While Internationality and Value are strong, Facilities are rated moderately well. The weakest area, however, is Accomodation, indicating a need for improvement in this category.

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This institution demonstrates considerable strengths, particularly in its **Facilities** and **Internationality**, both scoring an impressive 4.66. **Professors** also receive high marks. Conversely, **Location** and **Accomodation** are the areas with the lowest scores, at 4. These ratings suggest a well-regarded university with some room for improvement in specific logistical aspects.

Excelling in its facilities and international appeal, this institution garners top marks in those areas. Student life, professor quality, and location also receive strong positive feedback, indicating a well-rounded experience. However, the university's value for money is notably lower, standing out as its weakest aspect.

This institution receives outstanding marks for its facilities, location, student life, accommodation, and overall value, all scoring a perfect five. Professors are also highly regarded, with a strong 4.5 rating. The university's weakest area is internationality, which received a 3.5, indicating room for growth in that aspect.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.61 average rating, students praise its quality programs, excellent facilities, and international opportunities for professional growth. No negative feedback was recorded among the 18 reviews.

With a 4.75/5 average, ~100% of 32 reviews are positive. Students praise excellent academic quality, highly qualified professors, and a supportive, professional environment. No negative feedback was recorded.

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All 7 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.86/5. Students praise the university's high academic quality, committed professors, flexible study options, and practical learning model.

With an average rating of 5/5 based on two reviews, feedback is entirely positive. Students praise the university's strong academic quality, emphasis on English language education, and adaptation to labor needs. The natural campus environment and excellent facilities are also highlighted.

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%) with an average rating of 4.33/5. Students praise academic excellence, qualified teachers, and facilities, along with a focus on humanities and values.

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Rating distribution
5★
61%
81%
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86%
100%
33%
0%
4★
39%
13%
0%
14%
0%
67%
0%
3★
0%
6%
0%
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0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
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0%
1★
0%
0%
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