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University of Piura

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world rank  1877

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Overview

Universidad de Piura (University of Piura) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Piura, Peru. This institution also has a branch campus in Lima. Established in 1968, Universidad de Piura (UDEP) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Peru. UDEP provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 58-year-old Peruvian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 20-29%. This makes it a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UDEP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Piura's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Piura's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Piura' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

University of Piura's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Piura
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UDEP
Founded 1968
Motto Universitas Studiorum Piurensis
The universal study of knowledge in Piura
Colours
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Location

Address Avenida Ramón Mugica 131, Urbanización San Eduardo
Piura
20009 Piura
Peru
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University of Piura Phone Number (73) 284 500
University of Piura Fax Number (73) 284 510
Other locations Lima

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Website

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University of Piura's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Piura is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación, Peru

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

16/01/2017


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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 Piura 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 Piura Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

University of Piura Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Piura Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Piura 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 Piura.



University of Piura: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Admissions

University of Piura Admission Info


University of Piura's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Piura's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Piura's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very 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 Piura's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Piura's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Ramón Mugica 131. Urb. San Eduardo
Piura
(73) 284500


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

Size and Profile

University of Piura Size and Profile


University of Piura's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Piura has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


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

University of Piura's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


University of Piura's Control Type Control Type

University of Piura 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.


University of Piura's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Piura 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 Piura's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Piura's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Piura 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.


University of Piura's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Piura is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Piura Facilities


University of Piura's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Piura's Library


University of Piura's Housing University Housing

Not reported


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

Yes


University of Piura's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Piura Services


University of Piura's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Piura's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Piura's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Piura's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Piura's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Piura Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Piura Affiliations and Memberships

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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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Instagram Instagram

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Piura public or private?

University of Piura 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 University of Piura profit or non-profit?

University of Piura 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 Piura in terms of enrollment?

University of Piura has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

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

University of Piura's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is University of Piura a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Piura use?

University of Piura 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 University of Piura affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Piura admit international students?

Yes.

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

University of Piura's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very 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 Piura UDEP?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Piura UDEP located?

University of Piura is located in Piura, Piura, Peru. Address: Avenida Ramón Mugica 131, Urbanización San Eduardo.

Is University of Piura UDEP accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Piura is accredited by Ministerio de Educación, Peru (since 16/01/2017).

Does University of Piura offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Piura offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Piura have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Piura provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Piura have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Piura offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Piura offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Piura offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Piura have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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