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University of the Coast
(Unicosta)
About
The University of the Coast, also called Unicosta, is a private university based in the city of Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia. It was founded in 1970 by a business group led by Rodrigo Niebles De La Cruz, Eduardo Crissien Samper, Ramiro Moreno Noriega, Miguel Antequera Stand, Rubén Maury Pertuz, Nulvia Borrero and María Ardila de Maury.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 798 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 4 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
- 11,922
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 28.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 45 : 55
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
THE
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownTHE
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1001–1250 | 21.4 | 2026 |
US News
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Environment/Ecology | =882 | 26.2 | 2027 |
| Engineering | 1,109 | 27.4 | 2027 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of the Coast?
University of the Coast's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 1001–1200, US News Rank =798.
When was University of the Coast founded?
University of the Coast was founded in 1970.
What are the top subjects at University of the Coast?
Top subjects at University of the Coast include: Computer Science, Environment/Ecology, Engineering & Technology, Engineering.
Where is University of the Coast located?
University of the Coast is located in Barranquilla, Colombia.