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List of Universities in Panama

Panama is a country located in Central America, with a population of approximately 4 million people. It has a growing higher education sector, with both public and private universities offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Below is a list of some of the universities in Panama:

  • University of Panama - Established in 1935, it is a public university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Technological University of Panama - Established in 1981, it is a public university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, sciences, and management.

  • Latin University of Panama - Established in 1991, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Santa Maria La Antigua Catholic University - Established in 1965, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Inter-American University of Panama - Established in 1981, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Columbus University - Established in 1993, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Metropolitan University of Education, Science, and Technology - Established in 2015, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in education, sciences, and technology.

  • Quality Leadership University - Established in 2006, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business, engineering, and technology.

  • University of the Americas - Established in 1991, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • International University of the Americas - Established in 1994, it is a private university located in Panama City, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

These are just some of the universities in Panama, each with its own unique strengths and areas of specialization. The higher education sector in Panama continues to grow and develop, providing students with a range of options for pursuing their academic and professional goals.


This is only a List / Database of Institutions

  1. Columbus University

  2. Floret Global University

  3. Instituto de Enseñanza Superior Oteima

  4. Universidad Abierta y a Distancia de Panama

  5. Universidad Autonoma de Chiriqui

  6. Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua

  7. Universidad de Cartago

  8. Universidad del Istmo

  9. Universidad de Panamá

  10. Universidad Especializada de Las Americas

  11. Universidad Interamericana de Educacion a Distancia de Panama

  12. Universidad Latina de Panamá

  13. Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnologia, Panamá

  14. Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá

  15. Universidad Tecnológica Oteima

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