Why UTB?
UTB it’s an institution with the highest quality standards for our academic programs and focused on give our international visitors all the guidance and help to adapt to the campus and city life. That’s why our students could access UTB easily and with various options to new learning opportunities. These are the programs that you can participate during your stay in Cartagena:
- Academic Exchanges
- Double Degree Programs
- Internships
- Spanish as a Second Language Program
- Cartagena de Indias Summer School
- Faculty Leds
- Short term courses
- Visiting Professors Program
Why study in Colombia?
EXPERIENCE
The quality of our education
LIVE
The warmth of our people: Colombia is the result of a unique history which created a blend of Spanish, Indigenous and African customs, and Colombia is considered one of the happiest nations on earth.
EXPLORE
The beauty of our landscapes: Colombia is the only South American country facing two oceans and is home to all major Latin American types of ecosystems, from the Amazon to the Andes, from the pristine Caribbean beaches to the waves of the Pacific.
LEARN
In one of Colombia´s best iniversities
ENJOY
Colombia's cultural richness: thanks to more than 40 folklore festivals and carnivals that it organizes each year, Colombia is home to one of the most diverse artistic, cultural and gastronomical scenes in Latin America.
DISCOVER
The richness of our biodiversity: Colombia is one of the world's few "megadiverse" countries: it hosts one of the richest ranges of flora and fauna on our planet.
FEEL
The magic of our culture: a beautiful blend of nature, people, culture and knowledge makes Colombia a great campus for students looking to challenge their understanding of the world we live in.
Study in Cartagena de Indias
Cartagena de Indias is a fascinating place to study. Declared by UNESCO as a World Historical and Cultural Heritage site in 1984, Cartagena combines its rich history and culture with a large industrial complex that includes petrochemicals, bio-fuels and agro industry, as well as maritime ports, logistic centers and shipyards. Cartagena is a prized tourist destination, visited by people from all over the world. It has developed a large hotel infrastructure and hosts many international cultural events, such as the Hay Festival, an International Music Festival, the Cartagena Film Festival and many more. Cartagena is also a great place for sports. It hosts multiple tournaments, such as windsurfing, sailing and yachting. All of the above offers students, faculty, and visitors to Universidad Tecnológica de Bolívar an unforgettable academic and cultural experience.
Housing
At UTB we do not have students residence. There are three accommodation alternatives:
• Room with a Colombian family (if you are interested in this option, please contact to Mobility coordinator – internacional@utb.edu.co), the monthly cost can range between 250 – 350 USD.
• Rent an apartment shared o individually: the monthly cost can range between 300 – 500 USD. The rooms are normally in apartment building, and the cost includes a management fee, use of kitchen, laundry services and internet access. All phone calls must be paid separately. It is common for tenants to ask students to pay one or two months in advance.
• Our Internacional Office will provide accommodation information and will offer support for a definitive alternative.
More information about Housing in Cartagena de Indias
Life in Colombia- International aplication
If you are interested in participating in any of the exchange processes that we offer, the following information will allow you to update yourself on issues such as procedures and necessary steps when traveling abroad.
¿More information?
Alejandra Fandiño
Mobility Coordinator
internacional@utb.edu.co
Phone number: +57 605 6931919 Ext. 2197