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Pontifical Lateran University

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Overview

Pontificia Università Lateranense (Pontifical Lateran University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Rome, Vatican City State. Founded in 1773, Pontificia Università Lateranense (PUL) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Dicastery for Culture and Education. PUL provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor'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 253-year-old Vatican higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. PUL also provides students with 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

Pontifical Lateran University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontifical Lateran University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontifical Lateran University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Pontifical Lateran University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Pontifical Lateran University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym PUL
Founded 1773
Motto
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Location

Address Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, 4
Rome
00120
Vatican City State
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Pontifical Lateran University Phone Number 06 6989 5599
Pontifical Lateran University Fax Number 06 6988 6508
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Pontifical Lateran University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontifical Lateran University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Dicastery for Culture and Education

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 Pontificia Università Lateranense'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 Pontifical Lateran University 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

Pontifical Lateran University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Pontificia Università Lateranense: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
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A&H Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
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Programs and Courses

Pontifical Lateran University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Pontifical Lateran University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Pontifical Lateran University 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 Pontifical Lateran University.



Pontifical Lateran University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
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students		 Not reported Not reported
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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 Pontifical Lateran University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Pontifical Lateran University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Pontifical Lateran University Admission Info


Pontifical Lateran University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Pontifical Lateran University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Pontifical Lateran University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontifical Lateran University '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


Pontifical Lateran University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Pontifical Lateran University's Admission Office Admission Office

Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, 4
Rome 00120
06 69895599


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

Size and Profile

Pontifical Lateran University Size and Profile


Pontifical Lateran University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontifical Lateran University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Pontifical Lateran University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Pontifical Lateran University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Pontifical Lateran University's Control Type Control Type

Pontifical Lateran University 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.


Pontifical Lateran University's Entity Type Entity Type

Pontifical Lateran University 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.


Pontifical Lateran University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Pontifical Lateran University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Pontifical Lateran University 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.


Pontifical Lateran University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Pontifical Lateran University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Pontifical Lateran University Facilities


Pontifical Lateran University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Pontifical Lateran University's Library


Pontifical Lateran University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Pontifical Lateran University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Pontifical Lateran University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Pontifical Lateran University Services


Pontifical Lateran University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Pontifical Lateran University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Pontifical Lateran University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Pontifical Lateran University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Pontifical Lateran University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Pontifical Lateran University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Pontificia Università Lateranense consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Pontificia Università Lateranense
  • Faculty of Theology
  • Faculty of Philosophy
  • Faculty of Civil Law
  • Faculty of Canon Law
  • "Utriusque Iuris" Institute
  • "Redemptor Hominis" Pastoral Institute

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Memberships and Affiliations

Pontifical Lateran University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Fédération des Universités Catholiques Européennes (FUCE)
  • International Federation of Chatolic Universities (FIUC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pontifical Lateran University public or private?

Pontifical Lateran University 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 Pontifical Lateran University profit or non-profit?

Pontifical Lateran University 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 Pontifical Lateran University in terms of enrollment?

Pontifical Lateran University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Pontifical Lateran University in terms of academic staff?

Pontifical Lateran University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Pontifical Lateran University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Pontifical Lateran University use?

Pontifical Lateran University 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 Pontifical Lateran University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Pontifical Lateran University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Pontifical Lateran University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Pontifical Lateran University '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 Pontifical Lateran University PUL?

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

Where is Pontifical Lateran University PUL located?

Pontifical Lateran University is located in Rome, , Vatican City State. Address: Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, 4.

Is Pontifical Lateran University PUL accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Pontifical Lateran University is accredited by Dicastery for Culture and Education (since ).

Does Pontifical Lateran University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Pontifical Lateran University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Pontifical Lateran University have a university library?

Yes

Does Pontifical Lateran University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Pontifical Lateran University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Pontifical Lateran University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Pontifical Lateran University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Pontifical Lateran University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Pontifical Lateran University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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