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Universidad Católica de Colombia

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world rank  3146

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Overview

Universidad Católica de Colombia (Catholic University of Colombia) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia. This institution also has a branch campus in Chia. Founded in 1970, Universidad Católica de Colombia (UCATOLICA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Nacional. UCATOLICA provides 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 across several fields 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 56-year-old Colombian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UCATOLICA also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidad Católica de Colombia's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Católica de Colombia's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Católica de Colombia' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Católica de Colombia's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Catholic University of Colombia
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UCATOLICA
Founded 1970
Motto Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum
Wisdom has built herself a home
Colours
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Location

Address Avenida Caracas No. 46-72
Bogotá
11112 Bogota
Colombia
Universidad Católica de Colombia's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad Católica de Colombia Phone Number (1) 245 2695
Universidad Católica de Colombia Fax Number (1) 285 3830
Other locations Chia

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Website

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Catholic University of Colombia's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Católica de Colombia is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Nacional

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1970


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Consejo Nacional de Acreditación (CNA)
  • Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)


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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 Universidad Católica de Colombia 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

Universidad Católica de Colombia Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Universidad Católica de Colombia Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad Católica de Colombia Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Católica de Colombia 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 de Colombia.



Universidad Católica de Colombia: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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

Admissions

Universidad Católica de Colombia Admission Info


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Católica de Colombia's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately 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


Universidad Católica de Colombia's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Caracas No. 46-72
Bogotá 11111
(1) 288 1313


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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 Universidad Católica de Colombia's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Universidad Católica de Colombia Size and Profile


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Católica de Colombia has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad Católica de Colombia's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Católica de Colombia 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.


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Católica de Colombia 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.


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad Católica de Colombia 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 de Colombia's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Católica de Colombia is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad Católica de Colombia Facilities


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Católica de Colombia's Library


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad Católica de Colombia Services


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Católica de Colombia's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Universidad Católica de Colombia Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad Católica de Colombia Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Católica de Colombia'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)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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YouTube YouTube

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad Católica de Colombia public or private?

Universidad Católica de Colombia 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 Universidad Católica de Colombia profit or non-profit?

Universidad Católica de Colombia 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 Universidad Católica de Colombia in terms of enrollment?

Universidad Católica de Colombia has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

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

Universidad Católica de Colombia's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Universidad Católica de Colombia a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Universidad Católica de Colombia use?

Universidad Católica de Colombia 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 Universidad Católica de Colombia affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia admit international students?

Yes.

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

Universidad Católica de Colombia's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Universidad Católica de Colombia UCATOLICA?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidad Católica de Colombia UCATOLICA located?

Universidad Católica de Colombia is located in Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia. Address: Avenida Caracas No. 46-72.

Is Universidad Católica de Colombia UCATOLICA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad Católica de Colombia is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Nacional (since 1970).

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica de Colombia have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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