Universidad El Bosque
Universidad El Bosque
Bogotá, Colombia
Location
Academics
Living in Bogotá
Important Dates
Eligibility Requirements
Program Contact
Additional Resources
Overview
This co-ed private university in the northern region of Bogota sits just beyond the touristy center of the city. For those seeking an authentic, immersive Colombian experience, Universidad El Bosque may be the perfect fit. Situated in an urban, residential landscape, it is a glimpse into authentic Colombian life. This exchange experience requires a documented B2 level of Spanish as courses will be taught nearly exclusively in Spanish.
Location
Northern Bogota, Colombia, is situated among the rolling mountains of the Andes. El Bosque University is considered an urban campus, but boasts incredible views of the foothills that surround it. Known for its unique focus on student life, an open-air rooftop student lounge is one of the many features of El Bosque that aims to nourish a student-centered approach to learning. Located near a major highway system, the university is surrounded by cafes, restaurants and parks that students can enjoy. Because of its accessible locale, students can walk to class from the apartments located nearby.
Academics
Universidad El Bosque is a private university founded in 1977 and offers 20 undergraduate programs in arts and design, social sciences, natural and health sciences, engineering, and business administration. Language classes are offered to international students seeking to improve their Spanish and French. Students must have a B2 level of Spanish proficiency to attend El Bosque, as courses are typically only taught in Spanish.
Living in Bogotá
With El Bosque located in the north of Bogota, this area is a great place to live because of the quiet residential feel. For around $150 USD per month, students can rent a shared apartment that houses up to eight students. Otherwise, renting nearby apartments is an option, too. Because it is located a bit further from big city life, there are far more locals with whom to interact, making the experience a true Colombian one. In addition, it is considered one of the safest places to live in Bogota. The northern part of the city has an abundance of supermarkets, small stores, bakeries and pharmacies. Close in proximity to Portal del Norte (a bus station that transports people to many day and weekend trips), it is a convenient place to live. Public transportation in northern Bogota is plentiful and includes Uber, taxis and buses.
Important Dates
| TERM | APPLICATION DEADLINE | PROGRAM START DATE | PROGRAM END DATE |
| Academic Year | Early April | Late August | Late May |
| Fall | Early April | Late August | Mid-December |
| Spring | Early October | Late January | Late May |
Eligibility Requirements
Program Contact
Molly Papay
Education Abroad Advisor
Email: mpapay1@kent.edu
Phone: 330-672-3067
Schedule an Advising Appointment
Additional Resources
- Visit the Universidad El Bosque website to explore the campus, academics and student life offerings.
- Visit the government of Colombia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for more information on the visa application process.
- U.S. Department of State - International Travel Country Information for Colombia website.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Colombia Traveler View website.