Founded in 1966, the Columbia Central University is a for-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Caguas (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Columbia Central University (CCU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Puerto Rican higher education institution. Columbia Central University (CCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 57-year-old Puerto Rican higher-education institution has a selective admission policy This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this Puerto Rican higher education organization a non-selective institution. CCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Columbia Central University |
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Acronym | CCU |
Founded | 1966 |
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Address | Carretera 183 Km 1.7 Caguas 00726 Puerto Rico |
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Tel | +1 (787) 743 4041 |
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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 Columbia Central University's academic range and degree level offering.
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What are University programs and courses? 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. This uniRank Tuition 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 the Columbia Central University. However, the cost of yearly tuition can vary widely depending on the Columbia Central University'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 Puerto Rico's cost of living.
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Local students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
International students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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. 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 Columbia Central University's admission policy and statistics.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has the Columbia Central University a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.
The Columbia Central University's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-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:
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 Columbia Central University.
The Columbia Central University has a student enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 making it a small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).
The Columbia Central University is a private higher education institution.
The Columbia Central University is a for-profit higher education institution.
This institution adopts a Trimesters type of academic calendar.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
The Columbia Central University does not have any religious affiliation.
The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States. The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The Carnegie Classification provides a common language for describing colleges and universities based on key characteristics and it allows for comparisons between institutions within and across categories.
uniRank provides below the official Columbia Central University's Carnegie classification.
Basic Classification | Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools |
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Size & Setting | Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution |
Enrollment Profile | High undergraduate |
Undergraduate Profile | Four-year, higher part-time institution |
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Undergraduate Instructional Program | Professions focus, some graduate coexistence |
Graduate Instructional Program | Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with other professional programs |
What are University facilities and services and what facilities and services does the Columbia Central University offer? 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 Columbia Central University.
This institution has a physical Library for its students.
Columbia Central University-Caguas's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 15,109 physical volumes, 693 physical media, 43,451 digital/electronic media and 25 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Columbia Central University-Caguas's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.
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This higher education institution offers a distance learning mode for some programs or courses. In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.
This institution provides students with guidance and support in their academic pursuits.
This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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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:
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 Columbia Central University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
2007
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University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons:
Overall, university memberships and affiliations can provide a range of benefits for Universities and its stakeholders (students, faculty and staff), including collaboration and networking opportunities, access to resources, quality assurance, recognition, reputation and internationalization.
uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Columbia Central University's memberships and affiliations; however, the list might be not complete or up-to-date. Please contact or refer to the Columbia Central University's website for a comprehensive list.
Most higher education institutions' first-level academic divisions are, depending on the country, one of the following:
Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and study areas a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. 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.
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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education.
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Social Media
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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? Here are some ways in which the official Columbia Central University's social media channels can help potential students to understand and assess this or any university:
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