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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences

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world rank  4561

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Overview

Founded in 1947, the Universidad de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion (Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Valparaíso (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Valparaiso. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion (UPLA) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution. Universidad de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion (UPLA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 78-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UPLA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Control Typepublic

Entity

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences
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Acronym UPLA
Founded 1947
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University Location

Address Avenida Playa Ancha Nº 850
Valparaíso
Valparaiso
Chile
Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences Phone Number (32) 250 0100
Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences Fax Number (32) 228 1136
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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 de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion 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 de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

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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 de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion 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 de Playa Ancha de Ciencias de la Educacion.



Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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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

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences'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

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences'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.


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Library University Library

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Housing University Housing

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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University Services


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Career Services Career Services

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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.


Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1985


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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