Specialized University of the Americas

Specialized University of the Americas in Panama City, Panama, is a non-profit, public-private partnership institution dedicated to providing specialized educational opportunities within the Latin American region. Located in the Corregimiento de Ancón area of Panama City, the university boasts a significant presence within the city’s population of approximately 881,000 individuals. It’s situated on a substantial property encompassing approximately 806-850 buildings, establishing a central location within a bustling urban environment. The university’s establishment in 1997, it has steadily grown to become a recognized center for advanced learning, particularly focusing on fields such as art, education, and health sciences.

The university’s structure is organized around several distinct departments, offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Its core offerings include Bachelor subjects in art education, bilingual education, biomedical engineering, child development, criminal justice, education, health science, and psychology. Master’s programs are available in child development, communication studies, law, criminal justice, special education, education, health science, college administration, mathematics, neurology, hygiene, physiology, respiratory therapy, social work, toxicology, management, government, psychology, sustainability, humanities, journalism, cinema and media, rheumatology, physical education, mental health, public administration, public health, radiation science, social sciences, audiology, sports, and tourism. The university also provides specialized Ph.D. programs in psychology, education, and health science.

The University of the Americas is accredited by the Consejo Nacional de Evaluación y Acreditación Universitaria de Panamá (CONEAUPA), ensuring a rigorous standard of academic quality. It currently serves a global community through its online presence, including a dedicated Facebook page, a Twitter account, and a LinkedIn profile. The university is committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for its students, aiming to cultivate innovative thinkers and practitioners. It actively promotes international collaboration, attracting students and scholars from across Latin America and beyond. A significant portion of its student body comprises international students, reflecting Panama’s growing reputation as a destination for educational opportunities. The university’s website, udelas.ac.pa, provides detailed information about its academic offerings.