 
 
 Founded in 1970, Universidade Comunitária da Região de Chapecó (Regional Community University of Chapecó) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Chapecó (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Santa Catarina. This institution also has a branch campus in São Lourenço do Oeste. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade Comunitária da Região de Chapecó (UNOCHAPECÓ) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade Comunitária da Região de Chapecó (UNOCHAPECÓ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 55-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Brazilian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNOCHAPECÓ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name (English) | Regional Community University of Chapecó | 
|---|---|
| Name | Universidade Comunitária da Região de Chapecó | 
| Name (Non Latin) | |
| Acronym | UNOCHAPECÓ | 
| Founded | 1970 | 
| Motto | A Comunidade do Conhecimento The Community of Knowledge | 
| Colours | Blue and white | 
| Mascot | |
| Screenshot |   | 
| Video Presentation | n.a. | 
| Address | Avenida Senador Attilio Fontana 591 - E - EFAPI Chapecó 89809-000 Santa Catarina Brazil | 
|---|---|
|  | Location Map and Satellite View | 
|   | (49) 3321 8000 | 
|   | (49) 3321 8061 | 
| Other locations | São Lourenço do Oeste | 
 Institutional Recognition or Accreditation
 Institutional Recognition or AccreditationRegional Community University of Chapecó is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2018
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Regional Community University of Chapecó 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 Regional Community University of Chapecó's academic range and degree level offering.
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| PreBach degrees | Bachelor degrees | Master degrees | Doctoral degrees | |
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Regional Community University of Chapecó 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 Regional Community University of Chapecó.
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
|---|---|---|
| Local students | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | 
| International students | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) | 
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 Gender Admission
 Gender Admission Regional Community University of Chapecó is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
 Admission Selection
 Admission Selection Regional Community University of Chapecó has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.
 Admission Rate
 Admission Rate Regional Community University of Chapecó's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.
 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
 International Students
 International Students Yes
     
 Admission Office
 Admission Office 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.
 Student Enrollment
 Student Enrollment Regional Community University of Chapecó has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.
 Academic Staff
 Academic Staff Regional Community University of Chapecó's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.
 Control Type
 Control Type Regional Community University of Chapecó 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.
 Entity Type
 Entity Type Regional Community University of Chapecó 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.
 Campus Setting
 Campus Setting Regional Community University of Chapecó's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.
 Academic Calendar
 Academic Calendar Regional Community University of Chapecó 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.
 Disabled Students %
 Disabled Students % Not reported
 Religious Affiliation
 Religious Affiliation None.
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 Sport Facilities/Activities
 Sport Facilities/Activities Yes
      
 Institutional Hospital
 Institutional Hospital Not reported
 Financial Aid
 Financial Aid Not reported
      
 Study Abroad
 Study Abroad Yes
      
 Distance Learning
 Distance Learning Yes
     
 Academic Counseling
 Academic Counseling Not reported
 Career Services
 Career Services Not reported
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 Open Education Global
 Open Education GlobalThis 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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