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Central University of the East

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world rank  7483

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Overview

Universidad Central del Este (Central University of the East) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of San Pedro de Macorís, San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic. This institution also has branch campuses in San Juan de la Maguana, Montecristi and La Romana. Founded in 1970, Universidad Central del Este (UCE) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología. UCE provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate 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 55-year-old Dominican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UCE also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Central University of the East's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Central University of the East's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Central University of the East' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Central University of the East's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name (English) Central University of the East
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCE
Founded 1970
Motto Sacrificio, Estudio y Responsabilidad
Study,Sacrifice and Responsability
Colours Green
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Location

Address Avenida Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deño
San Pedro de Macorís
21000 San Pedro de Macoris
Dominican Republic
Central University of the East's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Central University of the East Phone Number (809) 529 3562
Central University of the East Fax Number (809) 246 5816
Other locations San Juan de la Maguana, Montecristi and La Romana

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Central University of the East's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Central University of the East is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1971


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Central del Este's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Tribunal Examinador de Medicos (TEM)
  • United Stated Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)
  • National Committee on Foreing Medical Education and Acreditation (NCFMEA)
  • American Veterinary Medical Association (AMVA)
  • Medical Board of California (MBC)


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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 the East 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 the East Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Central University of the East Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Central University of the East Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Central University of the East 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 the East.



Central University of the East: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 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 Central University of the East Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Central University of the East website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Central University of the East's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Central University of the East's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Central University of the East has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Central University of the East's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, 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


Central University of the East's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Central University of the East's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deño
San Pedro de Macoris 21000
(809) 529 3562
(305) 675 7148

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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 the East's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Central University of the East Size and Profile


Central University of the East's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Central University of the East has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Central University of the East's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Central University of the East's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Central University of the East's Control Type Control Type

Central University of the East 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 the East's Entity Type Entity Type

Central University of the East 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 the East's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Central University of the East's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Central University of the East's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Central University of the East 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.


Central University of the East's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Central University of the East is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Central University of the East Facilities


Central University of the East's Library University Library

Yes Visit Central University of the East's Library


Central University of the East's Housing University Housing

Yes


Central University of the East's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Central University of the East's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Central University of the East Services


Central University of the East's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Central University of the East's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Central University of the East's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Central University of the East's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Central University of the East's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Central University of the East Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidad Central del Este consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universidad Central del Este
  • Health Sciences School
  • Management and Administration School
  • Engineering and Natural Resources School
  • Law School
  • Sciences and Humanities School

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Memberships and Affiliations

Central University of the East Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Unión de Universidades de America Latina y el Caribe (UDUAL)
  • Organización Universitaria Interamericana (OUI)
  • Asociación Dominicana de Rectores de Universidades (ADRU)
  • Asociación Dominicana Para el Autoestudio y la Acreditación (ADAAC)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Central University of the East public or private?

Central University of the East 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 the East profit or non-profit?

Central University of the East 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 the East in terms of enrollment?

Central University of the East has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

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

Central University of the East's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.

Is Central University of the East a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Central University of the East use?

Central University of the East 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 Central University of the East affiliated with?

None.

Does Central University of the East admit international students?

Yes.

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

Central University of the East's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Central University of the East UCE?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Central University of the East UCE located?

Central University of the East is located in San Pedro de Macorís, San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic. Address: Avenida Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deño.

Is Central University of the East UCE accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Central University of the East is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología (since 1971).

Does Central University of the East offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Central University of the East offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Central University of the East have a university library?

Yes

Does Central University of the East provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Central University of the East have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Central University of the East offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Central University of the East offer career services?

Not reported

Does Central University of the East offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Central University of the East have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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