ICESI University

ICESI University (Universidad Icesi) is a private university located in Cali, Colombia.

ICESI University (Universidad Icesi) was founded in 1979 by a group of businessmen in the city of Cali, Colombia. The founders were motivated by the need to create a new type of university, one that would be focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.

ICESI has always been at the forefront of innovation in higher education. In the early 1980s, the university established the Center for the Development of Managerial Spirit (CDEE), the first such center in Colombia. CDEE has played a major role in promoting entrepreneurship and innovation in the Colombian economy.

In the 1990s, ICESI was one of the first universities in Colombia to adopt a competency-based approach to education. This approach focuses on developing students' skills and knowledge, rather than simply teaching them content.

In recent years, ICESI has focused on strengthening its research capacity. The university has established a number of research centers and institutes, and it has attracted a number of world-renowned researchers to its faculty.

ICESI is now one of the leading universities in Colombia. It is known for its high-quality education, its commitment to social responsibility, and its focus on innovation.

ICESI University is ranked as the #10 top university in Colombia during 2025. This is the same rank as last year.