The Universidad Pública de El Alto (Public University of El Alto, or UPEA) is a public university located in El Alto, Bolivia, founded in 2000. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across disciplines such as engineering, social sciences, natural sciences, education, health sciences, and economics. The university is known for its strong commitment to academic access and social inclusion, serving a diverse student body, including many first-generation university students. UPEA emphasizes research, community engagement, and the development of practical skills to address the economic, social, and technological needs of the El Alto region and Bolivia as a whole. The institution also plays a key role in fostering innovation, regional development, and the empowerment of local communities.