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Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil

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Overview

Established in 1962, the Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil (Catholic University of Santiago de Guayaquil) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Guayaquil (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Guayas. Officially recognized by the Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior del Ecuador (Council for Quality Assurance of Higher Education of Ecuador), Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil (UCSG) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Ecuadorian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil (UCSG) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 62-year-old Ecuadorian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Ecuadorian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCSG also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Catholic University of Santiago de Guayaquil
Acronym UCSG
Founded 1962
Motto Ciencia y fe
Science and faith
Colours White, yellow and dark red
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University Location

Address Avenida Carlos Julio Arosemena Km 1 y 1/2
Guayaquil
090615 Guayas
Ecuador
Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil Phone Number +593 (4) 220 6950
Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil Fax Number +593 (4) 220 6951 ext 3010

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil.

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's admission information.

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Admission Office Admission Office

Campus central de UCSG
Guayaquil
(4) 220 6950


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil.

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil has an enrollment range of 8,000-8,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil is a private higher education institution.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's main facilities:


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's main services:


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior del Ecuador

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2008


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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YouTube YouTube

Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's YouTube channel Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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