Costa Rica Institute of Technology: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2536 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #157 of 1,756 | In Latin America |
| #3 of 54 | In Costa Rica |
| #1 of 2 | In Cartago |
| #593 of 2,695 | For Forestry |
| Top50% | For 9 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 12%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- tec.ac.cr
- Languages
- Spanish
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 12% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (bachillerato) or equivalent, and entrance examination |
| Academic Calendar | February to November (February - May; August-November) |
We've calculated the 12% acceptance rate for Costa Rica Institute of Technology based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Costa Rica Institute of Technology has published 4,164 scientific papers with 32,444 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Philosophy, Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering, Geography and Cartography, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Ecology.
Costa Rica Institute of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 3 | 1 |
| 1994 | 4 | 6 |
| 1995 | 3 | 4 |
| 1996 | 6 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 | 3 |
| 1998 | 3 | 4 |
| 1999 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 12 | 9 |
| 2001 | 11 | 15 |
| 2002 | 22 | 20 |
| 2003 | 25 | 36 |
| 2004 | 66 | 36 |
| 2005 | 56 | 83 |
| 2006 | 65 | 138 |
| 2007 | 44 | 139 |
| 2008 | 45 | 207 |
| 2009 | 62 | 216 |
| 2010 | 46 | 276 |
| 2011 | 78 | 308 |
| 2012 | 103 | 401 |
| 2013 | 129 | 446 |
| 2014 | 193 | 620 |
| 2015 | 219 | 816 |
| 2016 | 272 | 1030 |
| 2017 | 234 | 1180 |
| 2018 | 290 | 1489 |
| 2019 | 349 | 1861 |
| 2020 | 372 | 2513 |
| 2021 | 316 | 3563 |
| 2022 | 324 | 3843 |
| 2023 | 301 | 4391 |
| 2024 | 319 | 4705 |
| 2025 | 166 | 4672 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Costa Rica Institute of Technology gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per semester) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | ₡1,200,000 |
| Master's Degree | ₡1,500,000 |
| Doctorate Degree | ₡2,000,000 |
The currency used is Costa Rican colón (₡).
Costa Rica Institute of Technology has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Costa Rica Institute of Technology.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Business | No | No | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | No | No | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Bachillerato Universitario | Bioengineering, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Preschool Education, Tourism |
|---|---|
| Licenciatura | Agricultural Engineering, Architecture, Bioengineering, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Drawing and Design, Environmental Engineering, Forestry, Industrial Engineering, Information Management, Materials Engineering, Mathematics Education, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Engineering, Technology Education |
| Maestría | Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management, Environmental Management, Forestry, Information Management, Natural Resources, Occupational Health, Production Engineering, Road Engineering, Technology Education, Transport Management |
| Doctorado Académico | Business Administration, Engineering, Natural Sciences |
Costa Rica Institute of Technology faculties and divisions
| Campus : Alajuela | Computer Engineering |
|---|---|
| Campus : Limón | Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Production Engineering |
| Campus : San Carlos | Agricultural Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Production Engineering, Tourism |
| Campus : San José | Architecture, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Rural Planning, Technology Education |
| School : Agricultural Engineering | Agricultural Engineering |
| School : Agrobusiness | Agricultural Business |
| School : Biology | Biology, Biotechnology |
| School : Business Administration | Business Administration |
| School : Chemistry | Chemistry |
| School : Computer Engineering | Computer Engineering, Computer Science |
| School : Construction Engineering | Construction Engineering |
| School : Culture and Sport | Cultural Studies, Sports |
| School : Electrical and Mechanical Engineering | Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| School : Electronic Engineering | Electronic Engineering |
| School : Forestry Engineering | Forestry |
| School : Industrial Design | Industrial Design |
| School : Language | Communication Studies, English |
| School : Material Science and Engineering | Materials Engineering |
| School : Mathematics | Mathematics |
| School : Occupational Safety and Environmental Health | Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, Safety Engineering |
| School : Physics | Physics |
| School : Production Engineering | Production Engineering |
| School : Social Sciences | Law, Philosophy, Social Sciences |
| School : Technology Education | Technology Education |
General information
| Alternative names | ITCR Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1971 |
| Accreditation | Consejo Nacional de Rectores (CONARE); Sistema Nacional de Acreditación de la Educación Superior (SINAES); Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board |
| Motto | Formación Sólida, Óptimos Resultados |
| Colors | blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | Cártago, 159-7050 Costa Rica |
|---|---|
| City population | 23,000 |