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Popular University of Cesar

country rank  75
world rank  5949

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Overview

Founded in 1976, the Universidad Popular del Cesar (Popular University of Cesar) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Valledupar (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Cesar. This institution also has a branch campus in Aguachica. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia (Ministry of National Education of Colombia), Universidad Popular del Cesar (UPC) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Colombian higher education institution. Universidad Popular del Cesar (UPC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 48-year-old Colombian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UPC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Popular University of Cesar's Control Typepublic

Entity

Popular University of Cesar's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Popular University of Cesar' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Popular University of Cesar's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Popular University of Cesar
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UPC
Founded 1976
Motto Educación y Futuro
Education and Future
Colours Green and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Sede Balneario Hurtado
Valledupar
Cesar
Colombia
Popular University of Cesar's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Popular University of Cesar Phone Number (57) 584 5761
Popular University of Cesar Fax Number (55) 573 6203
Other locations Aguachica

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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 Popular del Cesar 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 Popular del Cesar's academic range and degree level offering.




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 Popular del Cesar 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 Popular del Cesar.



Popular University of Cesar: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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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

Popular University of Cesar's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Popular University of Cesar's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


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


Popular University of Cesar's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Popular University of Cesar's Admission Office Admission Office

Salida a patillal
Valledupar
(5) 584 5761


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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

Popular University of Cesar's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Popular University of Cesar's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 800 to 899 members.


Popular University of Cesar's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Popular University of Cesar's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Popular University of Cesar's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Popular University of Cesar'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.


Popular University of Cesar's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Popular University of Cesar is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


Popular University of Cesar's Library University Library

Yes Visit Popular University of Cesar's Library


Popular University of Cesar's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Popular University of Cesar's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Popular University of Cesar's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Popular University of Cesar's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Popular University of Cesar's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Popular University of Cesar's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Popular University of Cesar's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Popular University of Cesar'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.


Popular University of Cesar's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Popular University of Cesar is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional, Colombia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Red Nacional Académica de Tecnología Avanzada (RENATA)
  • Sistema Universitario Estatal (SUE)
  • Asociación Colombiana de Universidades (ASCUN)


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 Popular del Cesar 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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