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Austral University of Chile
(UACh)
About
Austral University of Chile is a Chilean research university based primarily in Valdivia, with satellite campuses in Puerto Montt and Coyhaique. Founded on September 7, 1954, it is one of the eight original Chilean Traditional Universities. It operates as a nonprofit self-owned corporation under private law, and receives significant state-funding.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1001 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 20 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 18,781
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 19.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 55 : 45
- Staff
- 776
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Science | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Oceanography | 151-200 | - | 2022 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
QS
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Science | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 351-400 | - | 2025 |
| Environmental Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
THE
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 801–1000 | 21.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 1001+ | 11.2 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1001–1250 | 20.9 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1251+ | 9.6 | 2026 |
US News
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant and Animal Science | =320 | 35.1 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =622 | 35.1 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Austral University of Chile?
Austral University of Chile's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 1501+, US News Rank =1,314.
When was Austral University of Chile founded?
Austral University of Chile was founded in 1954.
What are the top subjects at Austral University of Chile?
Top subjects at Austral University of Chile include: Veterinary Science, Oceanography, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture & Forestry, Law & Legal Studies.
Where is Austral University of Chile located?
Austral University of Chile is located in Valdivia, Chile.