About
The University of Caldas, is a public, coeducational, research university based in Manizales, Caldas, Colombia. It is the most important higher education institution in the Department of Caldas. It is a public university of national character, subject to inspection and surveillance through Law 1740 of 2014 and Law 30 of 1992 of the Ministry of Education of Colombia; it houses students from all cor...
The University of Caldas, is a public, coeducational, research university based in Manizales, Caldas, Colombia. It is the most important higher education institution in the Department of Caldas. It is a public university of national character, subject to inspection and surveillance through Law 1740 of 2014 and Law 30 of 1992 of the Ministry of Education of Colombia; it houses students from all corners of Colombia and abroad; It is considered the best university in the "eje cafetero" and one of the best in Colombia.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 722 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 7 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 11,922
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 28.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 45 : 55
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =404 | 46.6 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =424 | 46.6 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =658 | 46.6 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =929 | 46.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,345 | 46.6 | 2026 |
THE
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1001–1250 | 21.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Caldas?
University of Caldas's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1401+, THE Rank 1001–1200, US News Rank =722.
When was University of Caldas founded?
University of Caldas was founded in 1943.
What are the top subjects at University of Caldas?
Top subjects at University of Caldas include: Social Sciences and Public Health, Physics & Astronomy, Environment/Ecology, Computer Science, Chemistry.
Where is University of Caldas located?
University of Caldas is located in Manizales, Colombia.