Colleges & Universities in Uruguay

Universidad Católica del Uruguay

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world rank  3209

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Overview

Established in 1985, the Universidad Católica del Uruguay (Catholic University of Uruguay) is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Montevideo (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación y Cultura, Uruguay (Ministry of Education and Culture of Uruguay), Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCUDAL) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Uruguayan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCUDAL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCUDAL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Universidad Católica del Uruguay' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Catholic University of Uruguay
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCUDAL
Founded 1985 Origins date back to 1882
Motto Veritas Liberabit Vos
The Truth Shall Set You Free (John 8:32)
Colours Blue and white
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University Location

Address Avenida 8 de Octubre 2738
Montevideo
11600 Montevideo
Uruguay
Universidad Católica del Uruguay's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Católica del Uruguay Phone Number (2) 487 2717
Universidad Católica del Uruguay Fax Number (2) 487 0323
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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 Uruguay 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 Uruguay'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 Católica del Uruguay 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 Uruguay.



Universidad Católica del Uruguay: 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

Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is not available.


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


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida 8 de octubre 2738
Montevideo 11600
(2) 487 27 17


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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

Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported.


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Católica del Uruguay'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.


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Católica del Uruguay 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


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Library


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Católica del Uruguay'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.


Universidad Católica del Uruguay's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Católica del Uruguay is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación y Cultura, Uruguay

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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 Universidad Católica del Uruguay'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)


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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