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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

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Overview

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Valparaíso, Valparaiso, Chile. This institution also has branch campuses in Viña del Mar, Quillota and Quintero. Founded in 1928, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación. PUCV provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate 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. This 98-year-old Chilean higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. PUCV also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym PUCV
Founded 1928
Motto Fides et Labor
Faith and Work
Colours Dark blue, dark red and golden
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Location

Address Avenida Brasil 2950
Valparaíso
2340000 Valparaiso
Chile
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Phone Number (32) 277 3901
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Fax Number (32) 277 3910
Other locations Viña del Mar, Quillota and Quintero

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Website

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Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1929


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Acreditación Regional de Carreras Universitarias del Sur (ARCU-SUR)


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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso.



Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso: 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Admission Info


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso '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


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso has more than 100 international students.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Brasil 2950
Valparaiso 2340000
(32) 227 3252


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Size and Profile

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Size and Profile


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Control Type Control Type

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Entity Type Entity Type

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Facilities


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Library University Library

Yes Visit Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Library


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Housing University Housing

Yes


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Services


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
  • Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
  • Centro Interuniversitario de Desarrollo (CINDA)
  • Asociación Columbus


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso public or private?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso profit or non-profit?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso in terms of enrollment?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso in terms of academic staff?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso a coeducational institution?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso use?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso admit international students?

Yes. Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso has more than 100 international students.

What is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso '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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso PUCV?

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

Where is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso PUCV located?

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is located in Valparaíso, Valparaiso, Chile. Address: Avenida Brasil 2950.

Is Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso PUCV accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is accredited by Comisión Nacional de Acreditación (since 1929).

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso have a university library?

Yes

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso offer career services?

Not reported

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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