Alberto Hurtado University
(UAH)
About
Alberto Hurtado University is a Jesuit university located in Santiago, Chile. Established in 1997, the university was created from the merger of three separate institutes: Instituto Latinoamericano de Doctrina y Estudios Sociales (ILADES), the Centro de Investigación, Desarrollo de la Educación (CIDE), and the Fundación Educacional Roberto Bellarmino. The university is named after a famous Chilean...
Alberto Hurtado University is a Jesuit university located in Santiago, Chile. Established in 1997, the university was created from the merger of three separate institutes: Instituto Latinoamericano de Doctrina y Estudios Sociales (ILADES), the Centro de Investigación, Desarrollo de la Educación (CIDE), and the Fundación Educacional Roberto Bellarmino. The university is named after a famous Chilean Jesuit Saint, Father Alberto Hurtado. UAH is a member of the AUSJAL and of FLACSI.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1401 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 5 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 7,276
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 22.0 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 2%
- Female : Male
- 58 : 42
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
THE
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Law & Legal Studies | 401+ | 18.1 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 1001+ | 11.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Alberto Hurtado University?
Alberto Hurtado University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1401+, THE Rank 1501+.
When was Alberto Hurtado University founded?
Alberto Hurtado University was founded in 1997.
What are the top subjects at Alberto Hurtado University?
Top subjects at Alberto Hurtado University include: Philosophy, Education & Training, Law & Legal Studies, Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences.
Where is Alberto Hurtado University located?
Alberto Hurtado University is located in Santiago, Chile.