About
Universidad Mayor is a private, non-profit university located in Chile, established in 1988. With its headquarters in Santiago and additional campuses in Temuco, it serves around 18,000 students. The university is led by Rector Patricio Manque and is recognized by the Chilean Ministry of Education. The university offers a diverse range of academic programs organized into seven schools, including Architecture, Dentistry, Business, and Medicine. It provides 47 undergraduate programs and 113 postgraduate programs, emphasizing ethical behavior, innovation, and cultural diversity. Notable milestones include being the first private university in Chile to establish a Center for Genomics and Bioinformatics and to receive accreditation from the U.S. Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Universidad Mayor aims to be a leading institution in Latin America, known for its academic excellence and contributions to society.