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National University of Asunción

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Overview

Universidad Nacional de Asunción (National University of Asunción) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Asunción, Asuncion, Paraguay. Established in 1889, Universidad Nacional de Asunción (UNA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior. UNA provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor'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 137-year-old Paraguayan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UNA also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

National University of Asunción's Control Typepublic

Entity

National University of Asunción's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

National University of Asunción' Size by Total Enrollmentnot reported

Selectivity

National University of Asunción's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) National University of Asunción
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNA
Founded 1889
Motto Vitam Impendere Vero
Devote life to truth
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Location

Address Ciudad Universitaria San Lorenzo
Asunción
2064 Asuncion
Paraguay
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National University of Asunción Phone Number (21) 211 419
National University of Asunción Fax Number (21) 213 734
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National University of Asunción's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

National University of Asunción is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


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 National University of Asunción 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

National University of Asunción Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

National University of Asunción Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

National University of Asunción Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of National University of Asunción 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 National University of Asunción.



National University of Asunción: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
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students		 Not reported Not reported
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Admissions

National University of Asunción Admission Info


National University of Asunción's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


National University of Asunción's Admission Selection Admission Selection

National University of Asunción has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

National University of Asunción '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


National University of Asunción's International Students Admission International Students

Not reported


National University of Asunción's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

National University of Asunción Size and Profile


National University of Asunción's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

National University of Asunción's total enrolment number is not reported.


National University of Asunción's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

National University of Asunción's academic staff number is not reported.


National University of Asunción's Control Type Control Type

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


National University of Asunción's Entity Type Entity Type

National University of Asunción 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.


National University of Asunción's Campus Setting Campus Setting

National University of Asunción's main campus setting is not reported.


National University of Asunción's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

National University of Asunción 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.


National University of Asunción's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


National University of Asunción is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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National University of Asunción's Library University Library

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National University of Asunción's Housing University Housing

Not reported


National University of Asunción's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


National University of Asunción's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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National University of Asunción's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


National University of Asunción's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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National University of Asunción's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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National University of Asunción's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


National University of Asunción's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

National University of Asunción Organisational Structure

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

Universidad Nacional de Asunción
  • Faculty of Chemical Sciences
  • Faculty of Medical Sciences
  • Faculty of Dentistry
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Law and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Economic Sciences
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • Faculty of Agrarian Sciences
  • Faculty of Veterinary Sciences
  • Polytechnic Faculty
  • Faculty of Architecture
  • Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

National University of Asunción Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is National University of Asunción public or private?

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

Is National University of Asunción profit or non-profit?

National University of Asunción 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 National University of Asunción in terms of enrollment?

National University of Asunción's total enrolment number is not reported.

What is the size of National University of Asunción in terms of academic staff?

National University of Asunción's academic staff number is not reported.

Is National University of Asunción a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does National University of Asunción use?

National University of Asunción 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 National University of Asunción affiliated with?

None.

Does National University of Asunción admit international students?

Not reported.

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

National University of Asunción 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend National University of Asunción UNA?

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

Where is National University of Asunción UNA located?

National University of Asunción is located in Asunción, Asuncion, Paraguay. Address: Ciudad Universitaria San Lorenzo.

Is National University of Asunción UNA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, National University of Asunción is accredited by Consejo Nacional de Educación Superior (since ).

Does National University of Asunción offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción have a university library?

Yes

Does National University of Asunción provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción offer career services?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does National University of Asunción have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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