Colleges & Universities in French Polynesia

Université de la Polynésie Française

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Overview

Founded in 1987, the Université de la Polynésie Française (University of French Polynesia) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Punaauia (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche, France (Ministry of Higher Education and Research of France), Université de la Polynésie Française (UPF) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Polynesian higher education institution. Université de la Polynésie Française (UPF) 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 37-year-old Polynesian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UPF 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

Université de la Polynésie Française's Control Typepublic

Entity

Université de la Polynésie Française's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Université de la Polynésie Française' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Université de la Polynésie Française's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of French Polynesia
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UPF
Founded 1987
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University Location

Address Campus d'Outumaoro - Punaauia - B.P. 6570
Punaauia
98702
French Polynesia
Université de la Polynésie Française's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Université de la Polynésie Française Phone Number (689) 803 803
Université de la Polynésie Française Fax Number (689) 803 804
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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 Université de la Polynésie Française 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 Université de la Polynésie Française'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 Université de la Polynésie Française 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 Université de la Polynésie Française.



Université de la Polynésie Française: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 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

Université de la Polynésie Française's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Université de la Polynésie Française'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


Université de la Polynésie Française's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Université de la Polynésie Française's Admission Office Admission Office

BP 6570
Punaauia 98702
(689) 803 823


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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

Université de la Polynésie Française's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Université de la Polynésie Française's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Université de la Polynésie Française's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Université de la Polynésie Française's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Université de la Polynésie Française's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Université de la Polynésie Française'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.


Université de la Polynésie Française's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Université de la Polynésie Française 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


Université de la Polynésie Française's Library University Library

Yes Visit Université de la Polynésie Française's Library


Université de la Polynésie Française's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Université de la Polynésie Française's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Université de la Polynésie Française's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Université de la Polynésie Française's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Université de la Polynésie Française's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Université de la Polynésie Française's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Université de la Polynésie Française's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Université de la Polynésie Française'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.


Université de la Polynésie Française's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Université de la Polynésie Française is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche, France

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1987


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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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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Free Online Courses

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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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