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Universidad del Turismo

· Public University · Est. 2008

#13 in Costa Rica Admissions open
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Type
Public University
Founded
2008
Students
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International
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Universidad del Turismo at a glance

  1. Where it stands

    On Educads it is #13 of the ranked universities in Costa Rica, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 1,841 times (h-index 19), according to OpenAlex.

  2. Ranked near it in Costa Rica

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Questions about Universidad del Turismo

Is Universidad del Turismo a good university?

On Educads it is #13 of the ranked universities in Costa Rica, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 1,841 times (h-index 19), according to OpenAlex.

Overview

Universidad del Turismo (UTUR) is a university in San José, focused on training human talent for the hospitality and eco-tourism industry. It presents itself as the first specialized tourism university in Costa Rica. UTUR also mentions conducting a destination satisfaction study to understand international wholesalers’ perceptions of its tourism product. UTUR offers technical programs delivered online and programs delivered in person. Academic and school areas include Hotel Administration, Food and Beverage Administration, and schools in Hotel Administration, Gastronomy, Eco-tourism, and Technology and Services. It also lists a Management track for Eco-tourism and professional and technical workshops delivered virtually.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Costa Rica.

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Last updated 22 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.