Universitaria Tecnológica de Santander (UTS) is a public higher education institution in Colombia, accredited for high quality and serving the region for more than 62 years. It has campuses in Bucaramanga, Barrancabermeja, Vélez and Piedecuesta, as well as a virtual campus, offering students options to study in person or online. Its academic programs span technological and university-level education, with fields including electromechanical maintenance, telecommunications, data management, environmental resources, construction, tourism, energy and agroindustry.

Several programs have high-quality accreditation, alongside the institution’s accreditation. UTS supports practical learning and applied research through more than 90 laboratories, workshops and computer rooms, and 24 research groups. Its broader services include admissions and academic support, a library, continuing education, student wellbeing and health promotion, employment support, vocational guidance, and institutional document and research repositories.

Through its regional campuses, online offerings and student services, UTS provides education and resources for learners across its communities