Universidad Externado de Colombia - UEC vs Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana - UPB vs Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina - Areandina vs Universidad Pedagógica Nacional - UPN vs Universidad Católica de Colombia - UCATOLICA

Side-by-side comparison from 40 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Tie
Universidad Externado de Colombia - UEC: wins 1/6 categories
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana - UPB: wins 0/6 categories
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina - Areandina: wins 1/6 categories
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional - UPN: wins 0/6 categories
Universidad Católica de Colombia - UCATOLICA: wins 0/6 categories
Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas - UDISTRITAL: wins 4/6 categories
Asociación Colombiana de Facultades de Administración - ASCOLFA: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Government and International Relations
Best programme: Advertising
Best programme: Bachelor of Science (Recreation and Sports Management)
Best programme: Accounting and Business Finance
Best programme: Industrial Engineering
Best programme: Mathematics
Category ratings
Facilities
4.62
4.00
4.67
3.00
3.50
5.00
Win
Not rated
Location
4.54
4.60
4.67
3.00
4.50
5.00
Win
Not rated
Professors
4.69
4.20
4.67
4.00
4.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Internationality
4.31
Win
4.00
3.67
4.00
3.00
3.00
Not rated
Student life
4.54
3.80
4.67
Win
3.00
4.00
3.00
Not rated
Value
4.62
4.40
4.33
4.00
4.00
5.00
Win
Not rated
Accommodation
4.42
2.20
3.67
5.00
4.00
5.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High-quality, specialized programs
  • +Excellent professors and diverse student body
  • +Opportunities for international experience and professional growth
  • +Elite academic programs and strong teachers
  • +Excellent infrastructure and facilities
  • +Humanistic focus and values
  • +Quality programs and affordable tuition
  • +Practical experience and real-world application
  • +Career advancement opportunities and international agreements
  • +Excellent teaching quality and teacher attentiveness
  • +High-quality education provided by the institution
  • +Strong academic programs with qualified instructors and research opportunities.
  • +Practical learning experiences and updated course content.
  • +Accessible location and vibrant campus life.
  • +Diverse faculties and engaging university activities
  • +Strong analytical and technical skills, especially in mathematics and data
  • +Passion for learning and pursuing advanced studies

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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 poor maintenance are a significant concern.
  • -Lack of resources and support impacts the learning experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support are recurring complaints.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance create an unpleasant environment.
  • -Lack of responsiveness to student concerns is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a recurring problem.
  • -The curriculum is sometimes perceived as irrelevant or poorly structured.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from staff.
  • -Outdated facilities and inadequate resources.
  • -Disorganized and inefficient administrative processes.

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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).

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.

The university receives exceptionally strong feedback in several key areas, with facilities, professors, location, and student life all earning near-perfect scores. Conversely, accommodation and internationality present as comparatively weaker aspects, scoring notably lower. The value for money is also rated favorably, though not as highly as the top-tier categories.

Offering a truly standout experience, this university excels in its **Accomodation**, achieving a perfect score. Its **Professors**, **Internationality**, and **Value** are also strong points, all receiving a solid 4 out of 5. The university's **Facilities**, **Location**, and **Student Life** are rated competently at 3, indicating areas for potential development alongside its already impressive strengths.

This institution demonstrates a strong performance in several key areas, particularly excelling in **location** with a rating of 4.5. **Professors**, **student life**, and **accommodation** also received favorable scores of 4. The university's **internationality** is its weakest area, rated at 3. Facilities are rated moderately at 3.5, while the overall **value** is considered good at 4.

This institution earns excellent scores in several key areas. Facilities, professors, location, and accommodation all received perfect marks, indicating a strong foundation. Student life and internationality are areas for potential growth, with both scoring a respectable but lower 3 out of 5. Overall, the university presents a highly positive picture, particularly in its core offerings and infrastructure.

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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 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 reviews are positive (100%), highlighting quality study programs, affordability, and enriching experiences. Students appreciate transformative programs, skilled teachers, and practical application opportunities. The university also fosters business sector support and international specialization agreements.

The single review expresses strong satisfaction, particularly praising the excellent teaching approach and thoroughness of instructors. This positive feedback represents 100% of the feedback, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.33/5, reviews are overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Students highlight qualified instructors, strong research promotion, and efforts to improve practical education. No negative feedback was received.

With an average rating of 5/5, university student reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Feedback highlights strong mathematical interests and analytical skills, alongside participation in research and academic events. The university offers diverse faculties and engaging activities.

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Rating distribution
5★
61%
54%
100%
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33%
100%
0%
4★
39%
38%
0%
100%
67%
0%
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3★
0%
8%
0%
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0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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