Uniandes is a private research university in Bogota. Bogota is the capital of Colombia, and with a population of approximately 8 million also its largest city. A cosmopolitan city with many cultural attractions and venues, Bogota was declared a World Book Capital by UNESCO and the Iberoamerican Capital of Culture by the Union of Ibero-American Capital Cities. Uniandes is considered one of the leading universities in South America and the top school in Colombia. Its student community is made up of approximately 14,500 undergraduates, 3,500 post-graduates, 400 PhD students, and 700 post-graduate diploma students. Situated in the heart of Bogota, the university boasts 50,000 square meters of green space and woodland, as well as 163 laboratories, a sports center with a semi-Olympic swimming pool, and facilities accommodating 45 different sports. Every semester the university welcomes approximately 200 international students.
Semester Dates
Fall (August - December) and Spring (January - June).
Accessibility
The campus at Uniandes is committed to accessibility for all, they have modified multiple areas of the campus to make it accessible for those with limited mobility. The university also provide basic medical services. For more information please visit their “Campus” website here.
Course Offerings
Students are responsible for choosing the courses according to the necessary requirements. It is important to remember that the University applies the “first come, first served” rule. If you do not register on time, it will be difficult to find seats for the courses of your choice. Students may not transfer foreign language or other non-law courses taken at the partner exchange school back to Miami Law for J.D. credit. If a student enrolls in such courses, they understand they are for self-interest only and will not be considered for transfer towards their J.D. degree.
Please visit Uniandes Law Study Plan, Uniandes Course Catalog, and Uniandes Course Registration for more information.
