Founded in 1867, the Universidad de Cuenca (University of Cuenca) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Cuenca (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Azuay. 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 de Cuenca (UCUENCA) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Ecuadorian higher education institution. Universidad de Cuenca (UCUENCA) 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 156-year-old Ecuadorian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Ecuadorian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UCUENCA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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averagely selective
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Name | Universidad de Cuenca |
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Name | University of Cuenca |
Acronym | UCUENCA |
Founded | 1867 |
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Address | Avenida 12 de Abril s/n y Agustin Cueva Cuenca 101168 Azuay Ecuador |
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Tel | +593 (7) 283 1688 |
Fax | +593 (7) 283 5197 |
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Generalist universities offer a broad range of subjects and courses that allow students to explore different fields of study, or study areas, before choosing a major. They also provide students with a well-rounded education that can be applied to many different careers. On the other hand, specialized universities focus on a specific field of study and offer more in-depth courses and training in that field. This can be beneficial for students who know exactly what they want to do and want to gain specialized knowledge and skills in their chosen field.
Most higher education institutions offer a range of degree levels, from undergraduate to postgraduate degrees. However, some universities may offer more degree levels than others. In particular, larger-sized universities usually offer a wider selection of undergraduate and postgraduate degree types and levels.
The following uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main study areas and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This uniRank table aims to help quickly identify the Universidad de Cuenca's academic range and degree level offering.
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What are University programs and courses? learn more
University programs and courses are academic programs of study offered by universities, colleges and other higher education institutions. These programs and courses are designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a particular field of study or career. In many countries, the terms "university courses" and "university programs" are used interchangeably whereas in the US university programs usually consist of a set of required courses that cover the fundamental concepts and principles of a field of study, as well as a selection of elective courses that allow students to specialize in a particular area of interest.
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Yearly tuition refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study... learn more
However, the cost of yearly tuition can vary widely depending on the Universidad de Cuenca's program of study, the specific type of degree, the student's residency status and other criteria. Moreover, tuition is just one component of the overall cost of attending university. Other expenses, such as room and board, textbooks and personal expenses can add significantly to the total cost of attendance and depends on Ecuador's cost of living.
Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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Local students |
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
International students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
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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... learn more
Admission policies may change by country, type of higher education institution and the specific programs or majors offered by the institution. Prospective students should carefully review the admission policies and requirements of each institution they are considering to determine their eligibility and, if the institution is selective and does not have an open admission policy, prepare a strong application.
uniRank publishes below an overview of the most important information about the Universidad de Cuenca's admission policy and statistics.
uniRank publishes below some basic admission information for the Universidad de Cuenca.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has the Universidad de Cuenca a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Universidad de Cuenca's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why... learn more
Overall, the importance of university size and profile can vary depending on the student's individual goals, beliefs and priorities. It is important to consider these factors along with other important criteria, such as academic programs, location, cost and university culture.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for the Universidad de Cuenca.
Universidad de Cuenca has a student enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 900-999 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidad de Cuenca is a public higher education institution.
Universidad de Cuenca is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
The Universidad de Cuenca does not have any religious affiliation.
What are University facilities and services and what facilities and services does the Universidad de Cuenca offer? learn more
University facilities and services refer to the physical infrastructure and resources provided by a university to support its academic and research activities, as well as the well-being of its students, faculty and staff. Some examples of university facilities and services are classrooms and lecture halls, libraries, laboratories, housing, dining services, health services, sports and fitness facilities, financial aids, career or academic counseling services, technology and computing resources, distance learning and study abroad services.
uniRank provides below an overview of the facilities and services offered by the Universidad de Cuenca.
This institution has a physical Library for its students.
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This institution has sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
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This institution provides study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This higher education institution offers a distance learning mode for some programs or courses.
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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... learn more
uniRank provides, for each University, the name of the organization that has officially granted institutional legal recognition or accreditation. For some Universities uniRank also provides a list of programmatic or specialized accreditations that, however, might be not complete or up-to-date.
The Universidad de Cuenca is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Consejo de Aseguramiento de la Calidad de la Educación Superior del Ecuador
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