Siglo 21 University

About

The Siglo 21 University (UES21) founded in 1995, is a private institution committed to fostering innovation, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial leadership. Its mission is to offer accessible, high-quality education aligned with real-world needs; its vision emphasizes transforming society through learning, technology, and social responsibility. The university serves approximately 90,000 students nationwide and employs around 1600 academic and support staff. Academic programs span faculties such as Business and Management, Law, Engineering, Communication, Education, and Health Sciences. Research strengths include digital transformation, organizational innovation, educational technologies, and sustainable development. Key features include modern campus facilities equipped with tech labs, flexible learning environments, virtual platforms, and global partnerships with universities and institutions across Latin America and beyond.

Sustainability at Siglo 21 University

Universidad Siglo 21 demonstrates a strong and holistic commitment to sustainability, woven through its research, teaching & learning, campus life, and community engagement. The university’s Social Sustainability Center and Sustainability Certificate reflect a dedication to embedding sustainable development into curricula, while its teaching methods and innovation centers foster skills like social responsibility, environmental awareness, and inclusivity. With a sustainability-minded campus infrastructure and outreach programs that connect academia with real community needs, Siglo 21 aligns closely with the UN SDGs—particularly Quality Education (SDG 4), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), Sustainable Cities & Communities (SDG 11), and Responsible Consumption & Production (SDG 12).

More information

Please access the UES21's sustainability reports below for further information and the Social Sustainability Center.

• Sustainability Report 2021-2023 (ESP)
• Sustainability Report 2019-2020 (ESP)