Call for Proposals to Host the ICACIT Symposium 2027
ICACIT invites higher education institutions to submit proposals to host future editions of the International Symposium on Accreditation of Engineering and Computing Education (ICACIT Symposium), the institution’s flagship annual conference.
The ICACIT Symposium
The ICACIT Symposium is the most important event in Latin America focused on educational quality assurance and accreditation, as well as on the application of engineering and computing. It brings together an international community of educators, researchers, and professionals from academia, industry, and government.
Past and Upcoming Editions
Overview of the Organizational Process
Under the Auspices of
The ICACIT Symposium is organized under the auspices of ICACIT, the Symposium Steering Committee, and an IEEE Technical Sponsor for paper indexing in IEEE Xplore®.
Under the Auspices of
The selected local host institution works in close partnership with the Symposium Steering Committee to plan and execute the event.
Conference Scope
Three days of core activities (keynote lectures, workshops, self-study exhibitions, etc.), plus an optional off-site day (typically held between September and October).
Plenary and parallel sessions, workshops, panels, and paper presentations.
Cultural events representative of the host city.
Dedicated networking activities.
Requirements for the Co-organizing Institution (Venue)
Required Equipment
The host institution is expected to provide at least five (5) fully equipped venues, including:
- Multimedia projector (LED screen)
- Wireless internet access
- Wireless microphones
- Sound system
- Laptop or equivalent presentation equipment
Required Spaces (5 venues)
- Venue 1: Main Plenary Hall (Auditorium-style, capacity ~150 participants)
- Venues 2 & 3: Workshop Rooms (Classroom-style, capacity ~50 participants each)
- Venue 4: Self-Study Report Exhibition Room (U-shaped setup, capacity ~30 participants)
- Venue 5: ICACIT Operations Room (Boardroom-style, capacity ~10 participants)
Additional Requirements
- Designated spaces for coffee-break networking.
- Facilities for the opening cocktail reception and official dinners.
For further logistical details, please contact: symposium@icacit.org.pe
Important Dates
Proposals to host ICACIT 2027 in Peru
Submission deadline: April 30, 2026
Future Opportunities
- ICACIT 2028: To be designated by ICACIT in coordination with a Latin American institution
- ICACIT 2029 in Peru: Submission deadline – July 31, 2026
Important Dates
Interested higher education institutions must submit the following:
- Completed Host Institution Proposal Form (click to download), duly signed by the highest institutional authority.
- Photographs of the proposed venues, including available equipment, as well as a description of the institutional sponsorships offered for the event (e.g., opening dinner, traditional dinner, closing cocktail, etc.).
- Submission of the complete proposal by email to:
Jimmy Túllume Salazar
Chair, ICACIT Symposium Steering Committee
Email: jimmy.tullume@icacit.org.pe
(cc: symposium@icacit.org.pe)
Institutions may submit preliminary inquiries or informal expressions of interest prior to the submission deadline, or request coordination meetings for further clarification.
Proposal Evaluation
All proposals will be evaluated by the ICACIT Symposium Steering Committee based on the following criteria:
Organizing Team
Strength, experience, and diversity of the local organizing team.
Venue & City
Quality, suitability, and capacity of the proposed venue and host city.
Accessibility
Accessibility and affordability for participants.
Sponsorships
Institutional sponsorships, such as opening dinner, traditional cultural dinner, closing cocktail, and related support.
Final selection will be made by the Steering Committee following review meetings after each submission deadline.