The University began its activities with 120 students grouped in two faculties in a small premises located at Jirón Nazca No. 548, District of Jesús María, opposite to the Campo de Marte Park. Due to its rapid growth, on August 27, 1966, the Monterrico campus was opened. It had an area of about 40,000 square meters, which now reaches 183,307.06 square meters of built area.

The philosophy that inspired the founding of the University of Lima is oriented toward the pursuit of scientific truth and the preparation of highly trained professionals with humanistic culture and criteria for continuous updating and improvement. One of our priorities is to train students in ethical standards and democratic principles.

The increasingly intense advance in science and technology represents a constant challenge for any university; therefore, it is necessary to give adequate responses by dedicating significant resources to teaching and research. Both, teaching and research must be supported by the most modern laboratories and equipment.

The vocation for service of the University of Lima urges the institution to build leaders with a comprehensive vision, committed to the country and willing to decisively contribute to the progress and development of Peruvian society.

Our campus has 2,234 parking spaces and some other areas, such as the Zone of Multiple Uses (ZUM) Auditorium and the Zone of Artistic Expression, which are underground constructions that enable to gain large spaces for green areas. A short distance away, the University also has an additional campus located in Mayorazgo urban area, District of Ate.

The University of Lima currently has approximately 22,300 students distributed among the General Studies Program, twelve academic programs organized in five faculties, and the Graduate School. Moreover, the University promotes a Scientific Research Institute (IDIC) and offers many services to students, professors, and general community.