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Catholic University of the North

country rank  16
world rank  2613

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Overview

Established in 1956, the Universidad Católica del Norte (Catholic University of the North) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Antofagasta (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Coquimbo. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Católica del Norte (UCN) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Católica del Norte (UCN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 68-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Catholic University of the North's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Catholic University of the North's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Catholic University of the North' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Catholic University of the North's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Catholic University of the North
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCN
Founded 1956
Motto Ver más allá
Colours Orange, white and light blue
Mascot
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University Location

Address Avenida Angamos Nº 0610
Antofagasta
1270709 Antofagasta
Chile
Catholic University of the North's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Catholic University of the North Phone Number (55) 355 002
Catholic University of the North Fax Number (55) 355 093
Other locations Coquimbo

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad Católica del Norte is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidad Católica del Norte's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Católica del Norte: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Catholic University of the North's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Católica del Norte categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidad Católica del Norte.



Catholic University of the North: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Catholic University of the North's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Catholic University of the North's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Catholic University of the North's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Catholic University of the North's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Catholic University of the North has more than 300 international students.

Catholic University of the North's Admission Office Admission Office

Angamos 0610
Antofagasta 1270709
(55) 355 002


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Catholic University of the North's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Catholic University of the North's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Catholic University of the North's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Catholic University of the North's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Catholic University of the North's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Catholic University of the North's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Catholic University of the North's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Catholic University of the North's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Catholic University of the North is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Catholic University of the North's Library University Library

Yes Visit Catholic University of the North's Library


Catholic University of the North's Housing University Housing

Yes


Catholic University of the North's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Catholic University of the North's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Catholic University of the North's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Catholic University of the North's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Catholic University of the North's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Catholic University of the North's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Catholic University of the North's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Catholic University of the North's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Catholic University of the North's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Catholic University of the North is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1964


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidad Católica del Norte's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Catholic University of the North as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Católica del Norte's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Consejo de Rectores de las Universidades Chilenas (CRUCH)
  • Red Universitaria G9
  • Red Universitaria Nacional (REUNA)
  • Consorcio para el Acceso a la Información Científica Electrónica (CINCEL)
  • Centro de Estudios Avanzados en Zonas Áridas (CEAZA)
  • Centro de Investigación Científica y Tecnológica para la Minería (CICITEM)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidad Católica del Norte 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Catholic University of the North's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidad Católica del Norte's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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Wikipedia

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