Universidad de Las AméricasStudent Guide

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Student guide · Periodo 2027-10

The semester, explained for Universidad de Las Américas

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term: Periodo 2027-10
Campus terms: 11
Local details: 9

Academic calendar

Periodo 2027-10 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Feb 7, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries

Aug 31Feb 7, 2027
Periodo 2027-10Periodo Académico 2027-10Relevant now

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

ADE: Asociación de Estudiantes; the student association for a specific major (e.g., ADEUDLAP).
Aztecas: The official mascot and collective name for all UDLAP students and varsity sports teams.

B

Bernal: Ignacio Bernal Residential College, one of the four main on-campus housing options.

C

Cain: Cain-Murray Residential College, a prominent on-campus dormitory often referred to by its first name.
CEUDLAP: Consejo Estudiantil de la Universidad de las Américas Puebla, the primary student government body.
Cholulear: A verb used by students to describe going out to the bars, cafes, and restaurants in the nearby town of San Andrés Cholula.
Comedor: The main student dining hall (Comedor Universitario) where meal plans are primarily used.

E

El Lago: The area surrounding the campus lake, known for hosting food trucks and snack stands.

G

Gaos: José Gaos Residential College, a standard on-campus housing facility for students.

L

La Terraza: The campus food court area featuring various commercial food vendors and fast-food options.
Lindley: Ray Lindley Residential College, the fourth of the major residential colleges on campus.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details

Banner: The online student information system used for course registration, checking grades, and administrative tasks.
CN: Ciencias Naturales; the building housing the natural sciences labs and classrooms.
Credencial: The official student ID card required for library access, gym entry, and campus security checkpoints.
CS: Ciencias Sociales; the building dedicated to social science departments and lectures.
HU: Humanidades; the building where humanities and arts classes are primarily held.
La Hacienda: The historic main administrative building, often used as a central landmark on campus.
NE: Negocios y Economía; the building housing the business school and economics department.
Ruta UDLAP: The university's private shuttle bus system that transports students between the campus and various points in Puebla.
Unipago: The designated campus office and online system for handling tuition payments and other university fees.

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What academic term is relevant now?: Periodo 2027-10 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Feb 7, 2027.
How much campus context is included?: 11 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?: Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?: Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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17 mapped items from 6 public sources

Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Asociación de Estudiantes UDLA (ASEUDLA)

The highest student representation body at the university. ASEUDLA supports initiatives to strengthen the university community and organizes academic, sports, scientific, and cultural activities.

Regular commitment

Representantes Estudiantiles ante el Consejo Universitario

Elected student representatives who serve as the voice of the student body on the University Council, the main governing body of the university.

Regular commitment

Rugby

A recreational and competitive club for students interested in playing Rugby, emphasizing teamwork and respect.

Open to all

Resources & spaces

Bienestar Estudiantil

Provides comprehensive support for students, including psychological support, vocational guidance, inclusion services, and social work.

Open to all

Bolsa de Empleo UDLA

Connects students and graduates with professional opportunities, including internships, part-time, and full-time jobs through an online portal and career fairs.

Open to all

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Life in Quito for Universidad de Las Américas Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Quito.

Timezone

America/Guayaquil

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Parqueadero Campus Granados

surface_lot • Limitada

Ubicado en la parte trasera del campus junto a las canchas.

Parqueadero Campus UDLAPark

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Cuenta con múltiples niveles y zona de carga para vehículos eléctricos.

Campus News

Latest updates from Universidad de Las Américas

UDLA Scientists Recognized in World's Top 2% High-Impact Researchers

Four academics from the Universidad de Las Américas were included in the 2026 update of the World's Top 2% Scientists list, highlighting the university's growing global research impact.

Oct 8, 2026

UDLA Rises in THE World University Rankings 2027

UDLA improved its national standing, positioning itself as a top-ranked private university in Ecuador according to the latest Times Higher Education global results.

Oct 1, 2026

UDLA Research Warns of AI Exclusion of Indigenous Communities

A new scientific publication from UDLA researchers analyzes how current AI technologies may exclude indigenous voices and calls for more inclusive digital transformation.

Oct 14, 2026

Severe Weather Alert: INAMHI warns of heavy rains, storms, and potential hail in Quito through October 19, 2026.

Curfew (Toque de Queda) in effect for five provinces in Ecuador as of mid-October 2026; students advised to monitor local transit restrictions.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Universidad de Las Américas

Feriado: Día de los Difuntos and Independencia de Cuenca

November 2, 2026

National / All Campuses

National holidays in Ecuador leading to a campus break from November 2 to November 4, 2026.

Explorando Ando 2026 (Casa Abierta)

November 7, 2026

UDLAPark and Campus Granados

An open house event for prospective students to explore academic programs, visit the campus, and participate in over 84 vocational activities.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Universidad de Las Américas

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Cain Murray

Room types: double, single

Ignacio Bernal

Room types: single, shared

José Gaos

Room types: single, shared

Ray Lindley

Room types: double, single

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@udla.edu.ec

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