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Overview

Established in 1958, the Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Buenos Aires (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), City of Buenos Aires. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Cultura, Ciencia y Tecnología, Argentina (Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology of Argentina), Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Argentine higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 66-year-old Argentine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Argentine higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Profile

Name
Name (English) Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina
Acronym UCA
Founded 1958
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Campus Location

Address Avenida Alicia Moreau de Justo 1300, Puerto Madero
Buenos Aires
C1107AAZ City of Buenos Aires
Argentina
Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina Phone Number +54 (11) 4349 0254
Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina Fax Number +54 (11) 4349 0288

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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina'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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's academic range and degree level offering.




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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina'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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina.

Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's admission information.

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Alicia Moreau de Justo 1500
Buenos Aires C1107AFD
(11) 4349 0290


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina.

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Control Type Control Type

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina is a private higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Entity Type Entity Type

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina is a non-profit higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina 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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's main facilities:


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Library


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Housing University Housing

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Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina'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 Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's main services:


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina'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.


Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministerio de Educación, Cultura, Ciencia y Tecnología, Argentina

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1959


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)
  • Consejo Latinoamericano de Escuelas de Periodismo (CLAEP)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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