Universidad Externado de Colombia - UEC vs Colegio de Estudios Superiores de Administración - CESA vs Gato Dumas Colegio de Gatronomía vs Universidad Santo Tomas - USTA vs Universidad de los Andes - UNIANDES

Side-by-side comparison from 75 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Colegio de Estudios Superiores de Administración - CESA (5.00)
Universidad Externado de Colombia - UEC: wins 0/7 categories
Colegio de Estudios Superiores de Administración - CESA: wins 7/7 categories
Gato Dumas Colegio de Gatronomía: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad Santo Tomas - USTA: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad de los Andes - UNIANDES: wins 0/7 categories
Universidad Manuela Beltrán - UMB: wins 0/7 categories
Asociación Colombiana de Facultades de Administración - ASCOLFA: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Government and International Relations
Best programme: Advertising and Marketing
Best programme: Bachelor of Tourism Management
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Fashion Engineering
Category ratings
Facilities
4.62
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.20
4.69
3.00
Not rated
Location
4.54
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.80
4.17
Not rated
Not rated
Professors
4.69
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.60
4.52
4.00
Not rated
Internationality
4.31
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.40
4.43
4.00
Not rated
Student life
4.54
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.40
4.31
4.00
Not rated
Value
4.62
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.60
4.33
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
4.42
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.25
4.05
4.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High-quality, specialized programs
  • +Excellent professors and diverse student body
  • +Opportunities for international experience and professional growth
  • +Prestigious reputation and quality education
  • +Professors' real-world marketing experience
  • +Enhanced career prospects and labor market opportunities

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  • +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.
  • +High-quality, accredited programs with well-equipped facilities and practical application of knowledge.
  • +Emphasis on creativity, research, and instilling strong values for responsible and ethical professionals.
  • +Opportunities for diverse practical experiences and national/international student exchange programs.

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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.
  • -Students dislike administrative and management issues.
  • -Outdated facilities are a common complaint.
  • -Poor communication and unclear expectations cause frustration.

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  • -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.
  • -Inconsistent and unclear communication from administration.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Lack of career services and job placement support.

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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).

Across the board, this institution achieves outstanding marks, with perfect scores in facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and value. Consequently, there are no clear weakest areas to identify; every aspect surveyed received the highest possible rating, indicating a consistently strong performance. This suggests a well-rounded and highly desirable university experience.

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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).

This institution boasts impressive strengths in several key areas. Student life, accommodation, internationality, and overall value all received excellent ratings of 4. Professors also garnered positive feedback with a score of 4. However, facilities represent a weaker point, scoring a 3, while the location received no rating.

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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 single review, the university received a perfect 5/5 rating, indicating ~100% positive sentiment. The positive feedback highlighted prestigious education and experienced marketing professors.

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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.

With an average rating of 4.25/5, reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students highlight the high quality physiotherapy program, creative curriculum, and emphasis on developing responsible, dedicated professionals. Facilities and learning tools are also noted as beneficial.

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Rating distribution
5★
61%
100%
0%
40%
64%
25%
0%
4★
39%
0%
0%
40%
34%
75%
0%
3★
0%
0%
0%
20%
2%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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