30 cheapest universities in Chile in 2026
The most affordable universities in Chile, ranked by minimum bachelor fees. Ideal for optimising your study budget.
Lowest fee
1,100,000 CLP/yr
Price range
30 universities ranked by increasing fees
No. 25Universidad del Bío-Bío
Public university in Concepción and Chillán, the only one in the Bío-Bío region, strong in engineering and forestry.
No. 26Universidad Andrés Bello (UNAB)
One of Chile's largest private universities, recognized for its strong international outlook.
No. 27Universidad Diego Portales (UDP)
Prestigious private Santiago university known for law, architecture, journalism and the social sciences.
No. 28Universidad Mayor
Private Chilean university renowned for its programs in health, engineering, film and audiovisual creation.
No. 29Universidad del Desarrollo (UDD)
Leading private Chilean university recognized for innovation, entrepreneurship and its business schools.
No. 30Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI)
Elite private university specialized in business, law and engineering, pioneer of the MBA in Chile.