The State Polytechnic University of Carchi (Universidad Politécnica Estatal del Carchi – UPEC) is a public university located in Tulcán. The UPEC offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as engineering, agricultural sciences, social sciences, business, and education. The university is dedicated to providing high-quality education, fostering research and innovation, and supporting the social, cultural, and economic development of the Carchi province and Ecuador.