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The mission of Diego Portales University (UDP) is to produce and attest the disciplinary and professional knowledge of the highest standards of quality. Relying on high-performing academic bodies closely connected to their community, UDP seeks to ensure full respect of the pluralism and critical autonomy of its members.

Education

  • UDP has firmly positioned itself in the field of Social Sciences and Humanities. It has been ranked in the top three universities in the country. Over the last few years, different academic and human resources have been allocated to the field of Hard Sciences and Engineering. These resources have strengthened the academic project by promoting new areas of knowledge seeking to answer the great questions of humankind, e.g., astronomy, energy, and sustainability. Finally, the University has academic programs in the field of Medicine and Dentistry seeking to contribute to the population’s growing need for equal access to health plans and preventative and palliative programs.

Research

  • Diego Portales University encourages the critical independence of its members and faculties. Even though there are institutional guidelines and support, each of our schools has excellent research and academic teams in different fields of study.
  • The quality and reputation of our University are closely connected to its Humanities and Social Sciences programs, especially Law, Journalism, Psychology, History, Political Science, Sociology, Literature, Education, as well as Architecture and Design.

Diego Portales University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #1001 Ranking
  • 22 Scholarships
  • 1,331 Academic Staff
  • 17,649 Students
  • 353 Students (int'l)
  • 8,825 Students (female)
  • Private Institution Type

Diego Portales University Overview

Diego Portales University Scholarships

Diego Portales University Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Merit-based

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Law Offices of James F. DiQuattro
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
Merit-based

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BOCSCI Inc.
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Type Rating Scholarships
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based

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Creative BioMart
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Diego Portales University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 12.7% Chile
Top 17.6% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

QS World University Rankings

1001

By TopUniversities

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
951 1001 1001

Best Global Universities Rankings

1072

By U.S. News & World Report

Climbed 69 places compared to 2025

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
835 1141 1072

World University Rankings

1201

By Times Higher Education

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
1001 - 1201

Student services

  • The Office of Student Affairs is responsible for addressing the students’ personal, family, or economic demands and needs through orientation and attention services.
  • The Office’s primary objective is to reduce adverse socioeconomic situations by providing a benefits package and services that ensure equal opportunities and conditions to all students.

Library services

  • The Nicanor Parra Library is the ideal space for the most prominent cultural and academic outreach activities at UDP. A sustainable building houses the Library, which becomes a space for the exchange of ideas, discussion, and gathering for the whole community. Cinema, literature, photography, and rock also have a place.

ICT services

  • Furthermore, Diego Portales University offers a wide range of technological resources such as computer labs, specialized labs, and other digital services, for instance, e-mail, student portal,  web page, and free WiFi access in all of its facilities.

Campus life

  • Diego Portales University is located in downtown Santiago (Chile’s capital). It is close to La Moneda Palace (seat of government), the subway network, and the heart of the city’s historic quarters.
  • Its total infrastructure amounts to 127,455 m2. Over 9,000 of those are heritage buildings the University has restored and renovated to house academic activities. Near 5,000 are destined to sport activities and 18,000 to library spaces.

Sports facilities

  • The University provides the students with different options for practicing sports. It also offers recreational, health, and integrating activities, promoting positive habits, and facilitating instances to develop the social skills necessary to improve the students’ quality of life.

Diego Portales University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Chile Country
Santiago City

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