The Universidad de La Laguna is the oldest centre of higher education in the Canary Islands, with more than two hundred years of history. The decree for its foundation dates back to 11 March 1792, signed by King Charles IV. Since that date, it has gone through several names and stages, until it obtained its current name in 1913.

Two hundred years after its founding, the University of La Laguna remains a benchmark in the Canary Islands, reaching out to the world through the Atlantic. Currently, this public institution is comprised of more than 25,000 people, including students, faculty, and administrative and service staff.