Public university — Manizales
UNAL Manizales cut scores — Manizales
Universidad Nacional de Colombia — Sede Manizales (Manizales, Colombia) selects applicants using the Own entrance exam system. Data reflects historical ranges of the last admitted student per program.
Admission system: Puntaje examen de admisión UNAL (escala propia ~500–900).
Cut scores by program
| Program | Faculty | Min cut score | Max cut score | Period | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingeniería de Sistemas y Computación | 700 | 720 | View data | ||
| Ingeniería Civil | 680 | 700 | View data | ||
| Ingeniería Química | 670 | 690 | View data | ||
| Administración de Empresas | 650 | 670 | View data | ||
| Arquitectura | 640 | 660 | View data |
These scores are historical reference data and may vary each semester based on demand. Always verify at the official portal before applying.
Admission process
The Universidad Nacional de Colombia — Manizales Campus uses the same proprietary entrance exam as the Bogotá campus (Saber-UNAL, scale ~500–900), with independent quotas and weightings per campus. Cut scores in Manizales are historically similar or slightly different from Bogotá for equivalent programs: Systems Engineering was 700–720 in Manizales vs. 667–668 in Bogotá in 2025, reflecting that competition varies by campus. The ICFES Saber 11 is a mandatory prerequisite for sitting the exam, not a direct selection criterion.
Admission FAQ
- Is it easier to get into UNAL Manizales than UNAL Bogotá?
- Cut scores vary by campus and semester, so there is no universal answer. For Systems Engineering in 2025, the cut in Manizales was actually higher than in Bogotá. The most important thing is to apply to the campuses and programs that interest you most and compare historical cuts at admisiones.unal.edu.co.
- Can I apply to multiple UNAL campuses at the same time?
- Yes. You can apply to more than one campus or program in the same UNAL process. Each application has its own fee and is handled separately. The proprietary exam result is the same for all campuses, but each has its own cut scores and spots.
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Prepare to reach the cut score
Sabero estimates your Saber 11 score using the same statistical method as ICFES (IRT). Practice for free, no credit card needed.