Universities in the Dominican Republic

Universidad Católica Nordestana

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world rank  9491

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Overview

Universidad Católica Nordestana (Nordestana Catholic University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of San Francisco de Macorís, Duarte, Dominican Republic. Founded in 1978, Universidad Católica Nordestana (UCNE) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología. UCNE offers 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 in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 48-year-old Dominican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 90-99%. This makes it a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. UCNE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidad Católica Nordestana's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Católica Nordestana's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Católica Nordestana' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Católica Nordestana's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) Nordestana Catholic University
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UCNE
Founded 1978
Motto Valoramos Tu Tiempo
Colours Dark blue and yellow
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Location

Address Seccion Los Arroyos
San Francisco de Macorís
239 Duarte
Dominican Republic
Universidad Católica Nordestana's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad Católica Nordestana Phone Number (809) 588 3239
Universidad Católica Nordestana Fax Number (809) 244 1647
Other locations

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Website

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Nordestana Catholic University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Católica Nordestana is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1978


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universidad Católica Nordestana Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Universidad Católica Nordestana Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad Católica Nordestana Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad Católica Nordestana 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 Nordestana.



Universidad Católica Nordestana: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 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 Universidad Católica Nordestana Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidad Católica Nordestana website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Universidad Católica Nordestana's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Católica Nordestana's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least 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 Nordestana's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Admission Office Admission Office

Seccion Los Arroyos
San Francisco de Macoris 239
(809) 588 3505


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

Size and Profile

Universidad Católica Nordestana Size and Profile


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Católica Nordestana has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad Católica Nordestana's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Católica Nordestana 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 Nordestana's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Católica Nordestana 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 Nordestana's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidad Católica Nordestana's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad Católica Nordestana adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad Católica Nordestana is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad Católica Nordestana Facilities


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad Católica Nordestana's Library


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Housing University Housing

Yes


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad Católica Nordestana Services


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad Católica Nordestana's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Universidad Católica Nordestana Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad Católica Nordestana Affiliations and Memberships

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad Católica Nordestana public or private?

Universidad Católica Nordestana 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 Nordestana profit or non-profit?

Universidad Católica Nordestana 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 Nordestana in terms of enrollment?

Universidad Católica Nordestana has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

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

Universidad Católica Nordestana's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Universidad Católica Nordestana a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Universidad Católica Nordestana use?

Universidad Católica Nordestana adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Universidad Católica Nordestana affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana admit international students?

Yes.

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

Universidad Católica Nordestana's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least 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 Nordestana UCNE?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidad Católica Nordestana UCNE located?

Universidad Católica Nordestana is located in San Francisco de Macorís, Duarte, Dominican Republic. Address: Seccion Los Arroyos.

Is Universidad Católica Nordestana UCNE accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad Católica Nordestana is accredited by Ministerio de Educación Superior, Ciencia y Tecnología (since 1978).

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Universidad Católica Nordestana have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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