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Catholic University of the West

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Overview

Université Catholique de l'Ouest (Catholic University of the West) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Angers, Pays de la Loire, France. This institution also has branch campuses in Arradon, Guingamp, Laval, Papeete, Rezé and Saint-Denis. Founded in 1875, Université Catholique de l'Ouest (UCO) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche. UCO provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 151-year-old French higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply. UCO 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.

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Control

Catholic University of the West's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Catholic University of the West's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Catholic University of the West' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Catholic University of the West's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Catholic University of the West
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Acronym UCO
Founded 1875
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Location

Address 3, Place André Leroy
Angers
49008 Pays de la Loire
France
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Catholic University of the West Phone Number (0)2 41 81 66 00
Catholic University of the West Fax Number (0)2 41 81 66 09
Other locations Arradon, Guingamp, Laval, Papeete, Rezé and Saint-Denis

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Catholic University of the West's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Catholic University of the West is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Université Catholique de l'Ouest'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 Catholic University of the West 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

Catholic University of the West Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Université Catholique de l'Ouest: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Catholic University of the West Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Catholic University of the West Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Catholic University of the West 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 Catholic University of the West.



Catholic University of the West: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 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 Catholic University of the West Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Catholic University of the West website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Catholic University of the West's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Catholic University of the West's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Catholic University of the West '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


Catholic University of the West's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Catholic University of the West's Admission Office Admission Office

3, Place André Leroy
Angers 49008
(0)2 72 79 63 92


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Size and Profile

Catholic University of the West Size and Profile


Catholic University of the West's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Catholic University of the West has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Catholic University of the West's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Catholic University of the West's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Catholic University of the West's Control Type Control Type

Catholic University of the West 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.


Catholic University of the West's Entity Type Entity Type

Catholic University of the West 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.


Catholic University of the West's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Catholic University of the West's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Catholic University of the West 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.


Catholic University of the West's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Catholic University of the West is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

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Catholic University of the West's Library University Library

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Catholic University of the West's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Catholic University of the West's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Catholic University of the West's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Catholic University of the West's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Catholic University of the West's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Catholic University of the West's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Catholic University of the West's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Catholic University of the West's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Catholic University of the West Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Université Catholique de l'Ouest consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Université Catholique de l'Ouest
  • Institute of Arts, Letters and History
  • Institute of Modern Languages
  • International Center for French Studies
  • Institute of Applied Psychology and Sociology
  • Institute of Communication Sciences and Education of Angers
  • UCO Training Institute for the Teaching Profession
  • Institute of Applied Biology and Ecology
  • Institute of Applied Mathematics
  • Institute of Training in Physical and Sports Education of Angers
  • Institute for Council and Enterprise Development

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Memberships and Affiliations

Catholic University of the West Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université Catholique de l'Ouest'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)
  • L'Université Nantes Angers Le Mans (L'UNAM)
  • Union des Etablissements d'Enseignement Supérieur Catholiques (UDESCA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Catholic University of the West public or private?

Catholic University of the West 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 Catholic University of the West profit or non-profit?

Catholic University of the West 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 Catholic University of the West in terms of enrollment?

Catholic University of the West has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Catholic University of the West in terms of academic staff?

Catholic University of the West's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Catholic University of the West a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Catholic University of the West use?

Catholic University of the West 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 Catholic University of the West affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Catholic University of the West admit international students?

Yes.

What is Catholic University of the West's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Catholic University of the West 's acceptance rate is not reported. 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 Catholic University of the West UCO?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Catholic University of the West UCO located?

Catholic University of the West is located in Angers, Pays de la Loire, France. Address: 3, Place André Leroy.

Is Catholic University of the West UCO accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Catholic University of the West is accredited by Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur et de la Recherche (since ).

Does Catholic University of the West offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of the West offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Catholic University of the West have a university library?

Yes

Does Catholic University of the West provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of the West have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Catholic University of the West offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of the West offer career services?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of the West offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of the West have an institutional hospital?

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