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Polytechnic Institute of Santarém

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Overview

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém (Polytechnic Institute of Santarém) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Santarém, Santarem, Portugal. This institution also has a branch campus in Rio Maior. Founded in 1979, Instituto Politécnico de Santarém (IPS) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior. IPS 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 and master's 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 46-year-old Portuguese 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. IPS also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Control Typepublic

Entity

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Polytechnic Institute of Santarém
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym IPS
Founded 1979
Motto
Colours Green and beige
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Location

Address Complexo Andaluz
Santarém
2001-904 Santarem
Portugal
Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Phone Number (24) 330 9520
Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Fax Number (24) 330 9538
Other locations Rio Maior

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Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1979


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Instituto Politécnico de Santarém's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior (A3ES)


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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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's academic range and degree level offering.



Instituto Politécnico de Santarém: 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
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém.



Polytechnic Institute of Santarém: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Polytechnic Institute of Santarém website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém '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


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Admission Office Admission Office

Complexo Andaluz, apartado 279
Santarém
(243) 509 520


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Size and Profile

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Size and Profile


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Control Type Control Type

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


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Entity Type Entity Type

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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.


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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.


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Facilities


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Library University Library

Yes Visit Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Library


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Services


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém Organisational Structure

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

Instituto Politécnico de Santarém
  • School of Agriculture of Santarém
  • School of Sport of Rio Maior
  • School of Education of Santarém
  • School of Nursing of Santarém
  • School of Management of Santarém

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Memberships and Affiliations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polytechnic Institute of Santarém public or private?

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

Is Polytechnic Institute of Santarém profit or non-profit?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém in terms of enrollment?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Polytechnic Institute of Santarém in terms of academic staff?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Polytechnic Institute of Santarém a coeducational institution?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém use?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém 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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém affiliated with?

None.

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém admit international students?

Yes.

What is Polytechnic Institute of Santarém's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém '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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém IPS?

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 Polytechnic Institute of Santarém IPS located?

Polytechnic Institute of Santarém is located in Santarém, Santarem, Portugal. Address: Complexo Andaluz.

Is Polytechnic Institute of Santarém IPS accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Polytechnic Institute of Santarém is accredited by Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior (since 1979).

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém have a university library?

Yes

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém offer career services?

Not reported

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Polytechnic Institute of Santarém have an institutional hospital?

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