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Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

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world rank  1178

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Overview

Founded in 1994, the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (Peruvian University of Applied Sciences) is a for-profit private higher education institution located in 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), Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Peruvian higher education institution. Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 30-year-old Peruvian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UPC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Peruvian University of Applied Sciences
Acronym UPC
Founded 1994
Motto Exígete. Innova. UPC.
Push yourself. Be creative. UPC.
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Prolongación Primavera 2390, Monterrico
Lima
15023 Lima
Peru
Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas Phone Number +51 (1) 630 3333
Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas Fax Number +51

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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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas'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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas'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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas'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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas.

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
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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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's admission information.

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Admission Office Admission Office






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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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas.

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Control Type Control Type

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas is a private higher education institution.


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas is a for-profit higher education institution.


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas does not have any religious 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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's main facilities:


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Library


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas'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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's main services:


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas'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 Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Educación, Peru


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • 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 Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)
  • Laureate International Universities (LIU)

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

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Facebook Facebook

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's Facebook page Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's X (formerly Twitter) page Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements and supports open education.
Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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