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Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

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Overview

Founded in 1917, the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (Pontifical Catholic University of Peru) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Lima (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Educación, Peru (Ministry of Education of Peru), Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Peruvian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP) 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, 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 106-year-old Peruvian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUCP 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

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Pontifical Catholic University of Peru
Acronym PUCP
Founded 1917
Motto Et Lux in Tenebris Lucet
The Light Shines in Darkness
Colours Gold, blue and dark red
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University Location

Address Avenida Universitaria 1801, San Miguel
Lima
15088 Lima
Peru
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú Phone Number +51 (1) 626 2000
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú Fax Number +51 (1) 626 2805

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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 del Perú'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 del Perú'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 Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú'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 del Perú.

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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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 del Perú's admission information.

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Pontifical Catholic University of Peru has more than 200 international students.

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Universitaria 1801, San Miguel
Lima 32
(1) 626 2000 ext 2626


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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 Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú.

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,000-3,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Control Type Control Type

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú is a private higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Entity Type Entity Type

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú 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 del Perú's main facilities:


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Library University Library

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Housing University Housing

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú'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 del Perú's main services:


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú'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 del Perú's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación, Peru

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

06/07/2016


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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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 del Perú'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)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)

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

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

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's Facebook page Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's official Facebook page

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Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's X (formerly Twitter) page Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's YouTube channel Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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