Consejo de Educación Superior (CES)

The Consejo de Educación Superior (CES) is Ecuador’s higher education governing body responsible for overseeing universities and technical institutions. It sets policies, standards, and regulations to ensure quality, fairness, and accountability in higher education. CES evaluates and authorizes institutions, manages accreditation processes, and promotes academic excellence. Its role is to ensure that higher education institutions provide relevant, high-quality education to meet societal and economic needs, while maintaining academic integrity and protecting students’ rights.