National University of San Marcos

The National University of San Marcos (Spanish: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, UNMSM) is a public university located in Lima, Peru. It is the oldest continuously functioning university in the Americas, and one of the most prestigious in the region.

Pronunciation

In Spanish, the university's name is pronounced as /uniβeɾsiˈðað naθjoˈnal ˈmaʝoɾ ðe san ˈmaɾkos/.

Etymology

The university is named after Saint Mark, the patron saint of Venice, where the university's founder, Francisco de Toledo, was born. The term Mayor in the university's name signifies its status as the oldest and most prestigious university in Peru.

History

The National University of San Marcos was founded on May 12, 1551, by a royal decree issued by Charles V. It was originally known as the Royal and Pontifical University of the City of the Kings of Lima.

Academics

The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including medicine, law, engineering, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. It is known for its strong emphasis on research and has been ranked among the top universities in Latin America for its research output.

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National University of San Marcos