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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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Overview

Founded in 1888, the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (Pontifical Catholic University of Chile) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Santiago (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Region Metropolitana de Santiago. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) 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 136-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym PUC
Founded 1888
Motto In Christi lumine pro mundi vita
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University Location

Address Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Nº 340
Santiago
Region Metropolitana de Santiago
Chile
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Phone Number (2) 222 4516
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Fax Number (2) 354 2739
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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's academic range and degree level offering.



Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

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Master
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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.



Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) Not reported
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) Not reported

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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

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile'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


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile has more than 1200 international students.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile'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.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile 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


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Library University Library

Yes Visit Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Library


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1988


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC)


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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA)


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

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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