University admission guide
ICFES score for Colombian public and private universities
This table compiles the admission cut scores at the most searched Colombian universities, organized by program. Data comes from official admissions portals and published historical statistics. Cut scores change each semester. Always verify at the institution's official portal before applying.
10 universities · 91+ programs · ICFES scale 0–500
I have points on the ICFES (0–500).
Uses program-specific weights
Universidad Industrial de Santander
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Uses program-specific weights
Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia
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Cut score: 176–441
Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira
Cut score: 260–350
Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas
Cut score: 328–432
Universidad del Valle
Uses program-specific weights
Universidad de Cartagena
Cut score: 320–400
Universidad del Norte
ICFES is only the prerequisite; its own exam decides the spot
Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Sede Bogotá
ICFES is only the prerequisite; its own exam decides the spot
Universidad de Antioquia
ICFES is only the prerequisite; its own exam decides the spot
Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Sede Manizales
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