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University of Cádiz

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Overview

Universidad de Cádiz (University of Cádiz) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Cádiz, Andalucia, Spain. This institution also has branch campuses in Puerto Real, Jerez and Algeciras. Founded in 1979, Universidad de Cádiz (UCA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España. UCA offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate 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 46-year-old Spanish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. UCA 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, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Cádiz's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Cádiz's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Cádiz' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Cádiz's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Cádiz
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCA
Founded 1979
Motto Non plus ultra
Nothing further beyond
Colours Blue and orange
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Location

Address Calle Ancha, 16
Cádiz
11001 Andalucia
Spain
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University of Cádiz Phone Number 956015027
University of Cádiz Fax Number 956015026
Other locations Puerto Real, Jerez and Algeciras

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Website

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University of Cádiz's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Cádiz is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Universidades, España

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

31/10/1979


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 de Cádiz'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 University of Cádiz 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

University of Cádiz Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Universidad de Cádiz: 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 Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Cádiz Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Cádiz Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Cádiz 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 University of Cádiz.



University of Cádiz: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 University of Cádiz Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Cádiz website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Cádiz Admission Info


University of Cádiz's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Cádiz's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Cádiz's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, 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


University of Cádiz's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Cádiz's Admission Office Admission Office

Edificio Hospital Real. Plaza Falla, 8
Cádiz 11003
956015349
956015350

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Size and Profile

University of Cádiz Size and Profile


University of Cádiz's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Cádiz has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Cádiz's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Cádiz's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


University of Cádiz's Control Type Control Type

University of Cádiz is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Cádiz's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Cádiz 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.


University of Cádiz's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Cádiz's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Cádiz's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Cádiz adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


University of Cádiz's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Cádiz is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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University of Cádiz's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Cádiz's Library


University of Cádiz's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Cádiz's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Cádiz's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

University of Cádiz Services


University of Cádiz's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Cádiz's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Cádiz's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Cádiz's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Cádiz's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Cádiz Organisational Structure

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

Universidad de Cádiz
  • School of Naval and Oceanic Engineering
  • School of Marine, Nautical and Radioelectronic Engineering
  • Higher Polytechnic School
  • Higher School of Engineering
  • Science Faculty
  • Faculty of Education Sciences
  • Faculty of Marine and Environmental Sciences
  • School of Labor Sciences
  • Faculty of Economics and Business
  • Faculty of Social Sciences and Communication
  • Law School
  • School of Nursing
  • Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy
  • Faculty of Philosophy and Literature
  • School of Medicine

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Cádiz Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Cádiz public or private?

University of Cádiz is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Cádiz profit or non-profit?

University of Cádiz 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 University of Cádiz in terms of enrollment?

University of Cádiz has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Cádiz in terms of academic staff?

University of Cádiz's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is University of Cádiz a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Cádiz use?

University of Cádiz adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is University of Cádiz affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Cádiz admit international students?

Yes.

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

University of Cádiz's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least 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 University of Cádiz UCA?

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

Where is University of Cádiz UCA located?

University of Cádiz is located in Cádiz, Andalucia, Spain. Address: Calle Ancha, 16.

Is University of Cádiz UCA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Cádiz is accredited by Ministerio de Universidades, España (since 31/10/1979).

Does University of Cádiz offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Cádiz offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Cádiz have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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