Private university — Barranquilla
Uninorte cut scores — Barranquilla
Universidad del Norte (Barranquilla, Colombia) selects applicants using the ICFES global (0–500) system. Data reflects historical ranges of the last admitted student per program.
Admission system: Puntaje global ICFES Saber 11 referencia (escala 0–500).
Uninorte by the numbers
About Uninorte
The Universidad del Norte is the most selective private university in the Colombian Caribbean and one of the most recognized in the country. Admission is primarily based on the ICFES Saber 11 global score (0–500 scale), with minimum per-area requirements for some programs. Reference scores for 2025–2026 show that Medicine requires 370–400 points and engineering programs at least 350. Uninorte has a scholarship and forgivable-loan program tied to ICFES scores, so a high score can significantly reduce tuition costs.
Campuses
- Barranquilla — Km 5 Vía Puerto Colombia (sede principal)
- Santa Marta
Faculties
- División de Ciencias Básicas
- División de Ciencias de la Salud
- División de Derecho, Ciencia Política y Relaciones Internacionales
- Escuela de Arquitectura, Urbanismo y Diseño
- Escuela de Negocios
- División de Humanidades, Artes y Ciencias Sociales
- División de Ingenierías
Strengths
Engineering, Business, and Health Sciences, with its Engineering Division internationally accredited by ABET and its Business School holding AMBA and BGA accreditations for its MBA. Recognized as one of the top-ranked private universities in the Colombian Caribbean, with 74% of its research groups rated in the highest MinCiencias category.
Accreditation
High Quality Institutional Accreditation granted by the Colombian Ministry of National Education (Resolution 08870 of 2018, valid for 8 years), with more than two decades of continuous recognition since its first accreditation in 2003. All programs in the Engineering Division hold international ABET accreditation.
Cut scores by program
| Program | Faculty | Min cut score | Max cut score | Period | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicina | 370 | 400 | View data | ||
| Ingeniería Civil | 360 | 390 | View data | ||
| Ingeniería de Sistemas y Computación | 350 | 380 | View data | ||
| Derecho | 330 | 360 | View data | ||
| Administración de Empresas | 320 | 350 | 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These scores are historical reference data and may vary each semester based on demand.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 FAQ
- Does Uninorte offer scholarships based on ICFES score?
- Yes. Uninorte has scholarship and tuition-discount programs tied to ICFES Saber 11 results. Students with global scores above certain thresholds can access partial or full tuition funding. Current criteria are listed at uninorte.edu.co/web/admisiones-pregrado.
- How much does tuition cost at Uninorte?
- Uninorte is a private university; its tuition is significantly higher than public universities. However, it offers ICETEX forgivable credit (ACCES), proprietary merit scholarships tied to ICFES scores, and socioeconomic grants. Check the per-program cost estimate on the official admissions portal.
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.