Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá

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1) Overview

2) 2. General Information

3) 3. Fee Structure

4) 4. Academic Programs

5) 5. Facilities

6) 6. Accommodation

7) 7. Contact Information

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Overview

Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá (UTP) is Panama’s premier institution for technological and engineering education, established in 1981 as the nation’s specialized technical university. With its main campus in Panama City and seven regional centers across the country, UTP plays a critical role in developing Panama’s technical workforce and supporting national infrastructure projects. The university is particularly renowned for its engineering programs that contribute to the Panama Canal operations and other major national industries.

UTP maintains a strong focus on applied research and industry collaboration, ensuring its curriculum remains aligned with Panama’s technological needs. The university operates with a hands-on, practical approach to education, featuring state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities. UTP graduates are highly sought after in Panama’s growing technology, construction, and logistics sectors.

2. General Information

Name	Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá (UTP)
Established	August 13, 1981
Type	Public Technological University
Location	Main Campus: Avenida Universidad Tecnológica, Panama City
Website	www.utp.ac.pa
Accreditation	Ministry of Education, Panama
Student Population	25,000+ (2024 estimates)

3. Fee Structure

Program	Tuition Fee (Annual, USD)
Undergraduate Engineering	1,000 – 1,800
Computer Science	900 – 1,600
Industrial Technology	800 – 1,500
Master’s in Engineering	1,800 – 3,000
PhD in Technology	2,500 – 4,000

4. Academic Programs

Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Computer Systems Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Marine Engineering
Software Development
Data Science
Cybersecurity
Mechatronics
Environmental Technology
Logistics and Transportation

5. Facilities

Advanced engineering laboratories
Technology innovation center
High-performance computing facility
Industrial-scale workshops
Maritime simulation center
Renewable energy research park
University-enterprise collaboration spaces
Technical library with specialized resources

6. Accommodation

UTP provides limited on-campus housing primarily for students from outside Panama City. Most students arrange private accommodations near their respective campuses. The university offers housing assistance through its student services department.

University dormitories: $200 – $350/month
Shared apartments near campus: $400 – $700/month
Private rooms: $500 – $900/month
Meal plans at university cafeterias: $250/month

7. Contact Information

Email: info@utp.ac.pa
Admissions: admisiones@utp.ac.pa
Phone: +507 560-3600

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