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Catholic University of Salta

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Overview

Universidad Católica de Salta (Catholic University of Salta) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Salta, Argentina. This institution also has a branch campus in Buenos Aires. Founded in 1963, Universidad Católica de Salta (UCASAL) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Argentina. UCASAL offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 63-year-old Argentine higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. UCASAL also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Catholic University of Salta's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Catholic University of Salta's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Catholic University of Salta' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Catholic University of Salta's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Catholic University of Salta
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCASAL
Founded 1963
Motto Nihil Intentatum
Nothing untried
Colours Light blue and red
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Location

Address Campo Castañares
Salta
A4402FYP Salta
Argentina
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Catholic University of Salta Phone Number (387) 426 8523
Catholic University of Salta Fax Number (387) 426 8590
Other locations Buenos Aires

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Catholic University of Salta's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Catholic University of Salta is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación, Argentina

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1968


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Comision Nacional de Evaluación y Acreditación Universitaria (CONEAU)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Catholic University of Salta as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Catholic University of Salta Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Catholic University of Salta 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 Catholic University of Salta's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad Católica de Salta: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Catholic University of Salta Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Catholic University of Salta Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Catholic University of Salta 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 Catholic University of Salta.



Catholic University of Salta: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Catholic University of Salta Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Catholic University of Salta website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Catholic University of Salta Admission Info


Catholic University of Salta's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Catholic University of Salta is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Catholic University of Salta's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Catholic University of Salta has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Catholic University of Salta 's acceptance rate is 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


Catholic University of Salta's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Catholic University of Salta's Admission Office Admission Office

Campus Universitario Castañares
Salta A4400
(387) 426 8866


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Size and Profile

Catholic University of Salta Size and Profile


Catholic University of Salta's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Catholic University of Salta has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Catholic University of Salta's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Catholic University of Salta's academic staff number is not reported.


Catholic University of Salta's Control Type Control Type

Catholic University of Salta is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Catholic University of Salta's Entity Type Entity Type

Catholic University of Salta is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Catholic University of Salta's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Catholic University of Salta's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Catholic University of Salta's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Catholic University of Salta 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.


Catholic University of Salta's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Catholic University of Salta is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Catholic University of Salta Facilities


Catholic University of Salta's Library University Library

Yes Visit Catholic University of Salta's Library


Catholic University of Salta's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Catholic University of Salta's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Catholic University of Salta's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Catholic University of Salta Services


Catholic University of Salta's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Catholic University of Salta's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Catholic University of Salta's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Catholic University of Salta's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Catholic University of Salta's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Catholic University of Salta Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidad Católica de Salta consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universidad Católica de Salta
  • School of Education and Teacher Training
  • School of Lifelong Learning and Postgraduate programs in Health Sciences
  • School of Business
  • School of Physical Education
  • School of Music
  • School of Social Work
  • School of Tourism
  • Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism
  • Faculty of Arts and Sciences
  • Faculty of Agrarian and Veterinary Sciences
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Economics and Management
  • Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Catholic University of Salta Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Catholic University of Salta public or private?

Catholic University of Salta is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Catholic University of Salta profit or non-profit?

Catholic University of Salta is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Catholic University of Salta in terms of enrollment?

Catholic University of Salta has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Catholic University of Salta in terms of academic staff?

Catholic University of Salta's academic staff number is not reported.

Is Catholic University of Salta a coeducational institution?

Catholic University of Salta is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Catholic University of Salta use?

Catholic University of Salta 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.

What religion is Catholic University of Salta affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Catholic University of Salta admit international students?

Yes.

What is Catholic University of Salta's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Catholic University of Salta 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Catholic University of Salta UCASAL?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Catholic University of Salta UCASAL located?

Catholic University of Salta is located in Salta, Salta, Argentina. Address: Campo Castañares.

Is Catholic University of Salta UCASAL accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Catholic University of Salta is accredited by Ministerio de Educación, Argentina (since 1968).

Does Catholic University of Salta offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Salta offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Salta have a university library?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Salta provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Salta have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Salta offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Salta offer career services?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Salta offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Salta have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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