University of the Americas ( es, Universidad de Las Américas), locally known as UDLA, is a private

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an university. Founded in 1988, UDLA is currently the second largest by enrollment in Chile.

History

UDLA was founded in 1988 and started its academic activities in 1989. Its headquarters are located in the commune of Providencia, in

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. Its first principal was Mario Albornoz, a commercial engineer from the

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and MA in economics from the

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. In 1995, UDLA created a branch in Quito,

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. In 1997, it was declared autonomous in 1997 by the , a branch of . In 2000,

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, acquired UDLA, allowing students to obtain combined degrees from other institutions in the Laureate group. Between 2000 and 2007, UDLA became the largest private university in Chile.

Locations

* Greater Santiago ** Providencia ** Downtown Santiago ** Maipu ** La Florida ** Maipú * Greater Concepcion ** Chacabuco ** El Boldal * Viña del Mar ** Los Castaños

References

External links

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Laureate International Universities
{{DEFAULTSORT:Americas. Chile, Universidad De Las Universities in Chile Private universities in Chile For-profit universities and colleges Educational institutions established in 1988 Universities in Santiago Metropolitan Region 1988 establishments in Chile