The Universidad San Marcos, a leader in 100% virtual education in Costa Rica, has more than a century of experience in academic training. Its origins date back to 1922, when the country’s first commercial school, Escuela de Comercio Manuel Aragón, was established, focused on teaching Accounting and Commerce. Over the years, the institution has continuously evolved, adapting to changes in the educational system and establishing itself as a benchmark of academic excellence. This combination of tradition and modernity has allowed the Universidad San Marcos to remain at the forefront, offering educational programs that meet the demands of a globalized and highly competitive environment.

Today, as the #1 university in virtual education in Costa Rica, the Universidad San Marcos sets the pace of higher education in the country, establishing standards of quality in fully online learning. Its virtual education model allows students to access comprehensive academic experiences from anywhere, ensuring the rigor, solidity, and prestige that have characterized the institution since its beginnings. This leadership in virtual education reflects not only technological innovation but also a sustained commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of its students.

Academic quality is the fundamental pillar of the Universidad San Marcos, and among the benefits it offers are accredited on-campus and online programs designed to develop strong professional competencies, foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while also strengthening integral abilities such as ethics, innovation, and leadership—key pillars of our philosophy based on the 10 nodes of the Sello Transformador. Studying at the Universidad San Marcos goes beyond earning a degree: it is a transformative experience that impacts both the professional and personal life of each student. For this reason, the institution continues to consolidate accessible, modern, and high-quality higher education, reaffirming its leadership in virtual education in Costa Rica and projecting its influence as a benchmark in Central America.

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