About Laureate

The thirst for knowledge. The drive to achieve. The desire to succeed. These are the pursuits that define us as individuals, motivate us as leaders, and shape us as societies. These are also the qualities of the students, faculty and institutions of Laureate International Universities.

Laureate is the world's leading network of private, accredited academic institutions. Laureate offers students a broad range of technical, undergraduate and graduate degree programs, a superior academic experience, and comprehensive preparation for career and lifetime success. Each institution shares an established reputation for academic excellence, sensitivity to local culture and tradition, and a dedication to delivering the highest quality, internationally minded education.

Our mission is to expand access to higher education to students around the world. We believe that when post-secondary students succeed, countries prosper, and the world benefits. LIU’s graduates help build strong economies in their countries while they pursue rewarding careers in the local or international job market.

International Campus Tour

Laureate universities are located throughout the world and include:

  • Universidad Europea de Madrid (UEM) - home to the first wireless campus in Europe; offers 32 official degree programs.
  • Les Roches School of Hotel Management - a global leader in preparing students to become hospitality professionals, with campuses in Switzerland, Spain, and China; instruction at all three locations is provided in English.
  • Ecole Supérieure du Commerce Extérieur (ESCE) - the first university in France focused on international trade.
  • Universidad del Valle de México (UVM) - one of Mexico’s largest private universities, with 21 campus locations across the country.
  • Universidad Andres Bello - Chile -offers students 46 degree programs through nine academic departments.

And many other post-secondary institutions, all focused on providing a superior university experience to students from around the world.

 With close to 50 campus locations in 12 countries, Laureate is the world's leading netowrk of universities.