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About USAC

Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala (USAC) — public non-profit university. It is located in Guatemala City, Guatemala. The higher education institution started its history in the 17th century and right now is one of the oldest in the country.

QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which USAC is on top-1200.

USAC does research in different fields of study. You can find them on the official site.

Location
Guatemala City, Guatemala
Establishment year
1676
Rating QS
#1201-1400
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USAC tuition fees

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at USAC is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.

In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes

Bachelor degree at USAC

Admission to undergraduate programs is based on the results of entrance examinations.

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USAC campus

The city campus of USAC provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Guatemala City has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The university has a library, in the collection of which you will find not only textbooks and scientific works, but also works of the classics, modern literature and much more.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes

What to do after graduation

There are many options to stay in the country after completing your studies at the university. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Detailed information can be found on the embassy website. You can find other options for immigration in our article.

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