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Central University of Chile

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world rank  2970

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Overview

Universidad Central de Chile (Central University of Chile) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Santiago, Region Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile. This institution also has a branch campus in La Serena and Antofagasta. Founded in 1990, Universidad Central de Chile (UCEN) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación. UCEN provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. UCEN also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, and administrative services.

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Control

Central University of Chile's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Central University of Chile's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Central University of Chile' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Central University of Chile's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Central University of Chile
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCEN
Founded 1990
Motto Independencia, Pluralismo, Compromiso
Independence, Pluralism, Commitment
Colours Blue, black and white
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Location

Address Toesca Nº 1783
Santiago
8370178 Region Metropolitana de Santiago
Chile
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Central University of Chile Phone Number (2) 582 6000
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Other locations La Serena and Antofagasta

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Central University of Chile's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Central University of Chile is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1983


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidad Central de Chile's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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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 Central University of Chile 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

Central University of Chile Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Central University of Chile Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Central University of Chile Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Central University of Chile 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 Central University of Chile.



Central University of Chile: 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 Central University of Chile Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Central University of Chile website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Central University of Chile Admission Info


Central University of Chile's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Central University of Chile's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Central University of Chile 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Central University of Chile '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


Central University of Chile's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Central University of Chile's Admission Office Admission Office

Lord Cochrane 417
Santiago 8330507
(2) 582 6293


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Central University of Chile's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Central University of Chile Size and Profile


Central University of Chile's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Central University of Chile has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Central University of Chile's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Central University of Chile's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Central University of Chile's Control Type Control Type

Central University of Chile 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.


Central University of Chile's Entity Type Entity Type

Central University of Chile 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.


Central University of Chile's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Central University of Chile's main campus setting is not reported.


Central University of Chile's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Central University of Chile's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


Central University of Chile's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Central University of Chile is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Central University of Chile Facilities


Central University of Chile's Library University Library

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Central University of Chile's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Central University of Chile's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Central University of Chile's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Central University of Chile Services


Central University of Chile's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Central University of Chile's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Central University of Chile's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Central University of Chile's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Central University of Chile's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Central University of Chile Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Central University of Chile Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Central University of Chile public or private?

Central University of Chile 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 Central University of Chile profit or non-profit?

Central University of Chile 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 Central University of Chile in terms of enrollment?

Central University of Chile has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Central University of Chile in terms of academic staff?

Central University of Chile's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Central University of Chile a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Central University of Chile use?

Central University of Chile's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is Central University of Chile affiliated with?

None.

Does Central University of Chile admit international students?

Yes.

What is Central University of Chile's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Central University of Chile 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend Central University of Chile UCEN?

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

Where is Central University of Chile UCEN located?

Central University of Chile is located in Santiago, Region Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile. Address: Toesca Nº 1783.

Is Central University of Chile UCEN accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Central University of Chile is accredited by Comisión Nacional de Acreditación (since 1983).

Does Central University of Chile offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Central University of Chile offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Central University of Chile have a university library?

Yes

Does Central University of Chile provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Central University of Chile have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Central University of Chile offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Central University of Chile offer career services?

Not reported

Does Central University of Chile offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Central University of Chile have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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