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List of Universities in Paraguay

Paraguay is a landlocked country in South America, with a population of approximately 7 million people. It has a developing 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 Paraguay:

  • National University of Asuncion - Established in 1889, it is the oldest and largest public university in Paraguay, located in the capital city of Asuncion. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Catholic University of Asuncion - Established in 1960, it is a private Catholic university located in the capital city of Asuncion, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • National University of the East - Established in 1979, it is a public university located in the city of San Juan Bautista, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Autonomous University of Asuncion - Established in 1979, it is a private university located in the capital city of Asuncion, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • National University of Itapua - Established in 1989, it is a public university located in the city of Encarnacion, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Technical University of Comercialización y Desarrollo - Established in 1985, it is a private university located in the city of Asuncion, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business and management.

  • National University of Caaguazu - Established in 2004, it is a public university located in the city of Coronel Oviedo, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • National University of Pilar - Established in 2012, it is a public university located in the city of Pilar, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • National University of Concepcion - Established in 2007, it is a public university located in the city of Concepcion, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

  • Universidad Americana - Established in 1994, it is a private university located in the capital city of Asuncion, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study.

These are just some of the universities in Paraguay, each with its own unique strengths and areas of specialization. The higher education sector in Paraguay is developing and expanding, providing students with a range of options for pursuing their academic and professional goals.


This is only a List / Database of Institutions

  1. Universidad Americana

  2. Universidad Autónoma de Asunción

  3. Universidad Autónoma del Paraguay

  4. Universidad Católica Nuestra Senora de la Asunción

  5. Universidad Columbia del Paraguay

  6. Universidad Comunera

  7. Universidad de la Integración de las Americas (UNIDAD)

  8. Universidad del Cono Sur de las Américas

  9. Universidad del Norte

  10. Universidad Metropolitana de Asunción

  11. Universidad Nacional de Asunción

  12. Universidad Nacional del Este

  13. Universidad Privada del Este

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