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University of Magdalena

Information updated 14.08.2026

Overview

University of Magdalena – public higher education institution in Colombia. University of Magdalenastarted accepting students in 1958. The main building is in Santa Marta.

Admissions and study format

The students must pass examinations in order to get admitted to the university. The academic year in University of Magdalena is divided to 2 academic semesters.

Students and academic staff

University of Magdalena is average in terms of student capacity, teaching the maximum of 15 thousand students. The education is conducted by 599 teachers and professors. The university is an active participant of international programs aimed at academic exchange of students between the educational institutions.

Infrastructure

There is a library on the campus.