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University of Concepción
(UdeC)
About
Universidad de Concepción (UdeC) is a traditional Chilean private university. The work of the Penquista community, it is one of the most prestigious in Chile, and considered complex due to its extensive research in the various areas of knowledge. Founded on May 14, 1919, it is the third oldest university in Chile, and one of the 25 universities belonging to the Council of Rectors of Chilean Univer...
Universidad de Concepción (UdeC) is a traditional Chilean private university. The work of the Penquista community, it is one of the most prestigious in Chile, and considered complex due to its extensive research in the various areas of knowledge. Founded on May 14, 1919, it is the third oldest university in Chile, and one of the 25 universities belonging to the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 613 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 47 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
- 29,870
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 17.0 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 2%
- Female : Male
- 52 : 48
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
27 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mineral & Mining Engineering | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Geology | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Geophysics | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Geography | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Linguistics | 251-300 | - | 2021 |
| Education & Training | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =336 | 66.0 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =357 | 63.3 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | =378 | 60.9 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2024 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 501-600 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 551-600 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
15 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining & Mineral Engineering | 76-100 | - | 2023 |
| Oceanography | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2017 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Space Science | =174 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Ecology | =231 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =380 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | 400 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =429 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 447 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =739 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =888 | 44.3 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,282 | 44.3 | 2026 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 601+ | 15.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 801–1000 | 22.9 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 801–1000 | 27.5 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 1001+ | 11.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1001–1250 | 21.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 1001+ | 11.4 | 2026 |
Organization Structure
Related unitsorganization in Concepción, Chile
View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Concepción?
University of Concepción's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =613, THE Rank 1201–1500, ARWU Rank 701-800, US News Rank =822.
When was University of Concepción founded?
University of Concepción was founded in 1919.
What are the top subjects at University of Concepción?
Top subjects at University of Concepción include: Mineral & Mining Engineering, Mining & Mineral Engineering, Oceanography, Agriculture & Forestry, Earth & Marine Sciences.
Where is University of Concepción located?
University of Concepción is located in Concepción, Chile.