Federico Santa Maria Technical University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1762 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #96 of 1,756 | In Latin America |
| #12 of 60 | In Chile |
| #3 of 4 | In Valparaiso |
| #370 of 1,944 | For Automation and Control engineering |
| Top50% | For 81 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 30%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- usm.cl
- Languages
- Spanish
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 30% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary education (Licencia Secundaria) and entrance examination |
| Academic Calendar | March to January (March - June; July-November; November-January) |
We've calculated the 30% acceptance rate for Federico Santa Maria Technical University 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
Federico Santa Maria Technical University has published 11,890 scientific papers with 307,439 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Physics, Engineering, Quantum and Particle physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Biology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Materials Science, and Geology.
Federico Santa Maria Technical University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 30 | 122 |
| 1994 | 24 | 148 |
| 1995 | 29 | 182 |
| 1996 | 18 | 186 |
| 1997 | 26 | 200 |
| 1998 | 31 | 230 |
| 1999 | 27 | 163 |
| 2000 | 54 | 266 |
| 2001 | 77 | 319 |
| 2002 | 136 | 513 |
| 2003 | 99 | 594 |
| 2004 | 147 | 707 |
| 2005 | 179 | 1022 |
| 2006 | 182 | 1354 |
| 2007 | 209 | 1720 |
| 2008 | 246 | 2397 |
| 2009 | 300 | 3160 |
| 2010 | 340 | 4095 |
| 2011 | 398 | 5811 |
| 2012 | 509 | 9325 |
| 2013 | 432 | 11750 |
| 2014 | 482 | 13224 |
| 2015 | 618 | 16541 |
| 2016 | 599 | 19866 |
| 2017 | 639 | 19015 |
| 2018 | 699 | 19786 |
| 2019 | 792 | 22142 |
| 2020 | 835 | 24378 |
| 2021 | 902 | 29468 |
| 2022 | 706 | 25240 |
| 2023 | 937 | 28331 |
| 2024 | 642 | 25504 |
| 2025 | 348 | 21136 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Federico Santa Maria Technical University 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) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | CLP $2,500,000 |
| Graduate | CLP $3,000,000 |
| Doctorate | CLP $3,500,000 |
Federico Santa Maria Technical University 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 Federico Santa Maria Technical University.
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 | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Licenciatura | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Design, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Physics, Telecommunications Engineering |
|---|---|
| Magister | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Management, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Natural Sciences, Physics, Water Management |
| Doctorado | Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics |
Notable alumni
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Eduardo Alquinta
- Occupations
- composerguitaristsingermusician
- Biography
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Eduardo Fernando Alquinta Espinoza, more commonly known by his friends and followers as "Gato" Alquinta, was a Chilean guitarist and vocalist from the folk/progressive rock group Los Jaivas, Chile's longest-surviving group. He died of a heart attack while on vacation in Coquimbo, Chile.
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Ricardo Meruane
- Occupations
- comedianwood carver
- Biography
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César Ricardo Meruane Meruane is a Chilean humorist and wood worker of Palestinian origin. His 2016 "noctule" joke went viral in 2024.
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Miodrag Marinovic
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Miodrag Arturo Marinović Solo de Zaldívar is a Chilean politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies, representing the former District 60 of the Magallanes Region from 2010 to 2014.
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Jorge Brito Hasbún
- Occupations
- engineerpolitician
- Biography
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Jorge Elías Brito Hasbún is a Chilean politician who currently serves as a member of the Chamber of Deputies of his country.
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Gastón Saavedra
- Occupations
- engineerpolitician
- Biography
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Gastón Saavedra Chandía is a Chilean politician who is currently serving as senator.
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Freddy Flores Knistoff
- Occupations
- painter
- Biography
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Freddy Flores Knistoff is a painter and poet born in Viña del Mar, Chile in 1948. He has lived in Amsterdam since 1985.
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Beltrán Urenda
- Occupations
- lawyerbusinesspersonuniversity teacherpolitician
- Biography
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Beltrán Urenda Zegers was a Chilean politician, lawyer and entrepreneur who served as Senator of the Republic of Chile from the return to the democracy on 11 March 1990 to 11 March 2002.
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Claudio Parra
- Occupations
- musicianpianist
- Biography
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Claudio Parra Pizarro is a Chilean musician, pianist, and composer. He is one of the founders of Chilean rock band Los Jaivas. He is an undisputed referent of the piano with a properly Chilean sound, and considered one of the most important in the history of popular music in Chile.
Federico Santa Maria Technical University faculties and divisions
| Academy : Aeronautics | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering |
|---|---|
| Campus : Concepción | Chemistry, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Campus : Guayaquil | Business Administration, Economics, Graphic Design, International Business, Management, Marketing |
| Campus : Rancagua | Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Management |
| Campus : San Joaquín | Arts and Humanities, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Parks and Recreation, Physical Education, Physics, Sports |
| Campus : Santiago | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Arts and Humanities, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Parks and Recreation, Physical Education, Physics, Sports |
| Campus : Viña del Mar | Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Construction Engineering, Design, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Natural Sciences |
| Campus : Vitacura | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Sports |
| Department/Division : Architecture | Architecture |
| Department/Division : Business and Commerce | Business Administration, Business and Commerce |
| Department/Division : Chemical and Enviromental Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering |
| Department/Division : Chemistry | Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Natural Sciences |
| Department/Division : Civil Engineering | Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering |
| Department/Division : Computer Engineering | Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Software Engineering |
| Department/Division : Electrical Engineering | Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering |
| Department/Division : Electronic Engineering | Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Department/Division : Humanities | Arts and Humanities |
| Department/Division : Industrial Engineering | Industrial Engineering |
| Department/Division : Mathematics | Mathematics |
| Department/Division : Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering |
| Department/Division : Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering |
| Department/Division : Physical Education, Sports and Recreation | Leisure Studies, Physical Education, Sports |
| Department/Division : Physics | Physics |
| Department/Division : Product Design | Design |
General information
| Alternative names | UTFSM Federico Santa María Technical University Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1931 |
| Accreditation | National Accreditation Commission (CNA) |
| Motto | Ex Umbra in Solem From the shadow into the sun |
| Colors | blue, red, green, yellow, black |
Location and contacts
| Address | Avenida España 1680 Casilla 110-V Valparaíso, Valparaíso Chile |
|---|---|
| City population | 297,000 |