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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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Overview

Founded in 1888, the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (Pontifical Catholic University of Chile) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Santiago (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Region Metropolitana de Santiago. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (PUC) 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 136-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
Acronym PUC
Founded 1888
Motto In Christi lumine pro mundi vita
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Nº 340
Santiago
Region Metropolitana de Santiago
Chile
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Phone Number +56 (2) 222 4516
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Fax Number +56 (2) 354 2739

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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 de Chile'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 de Chile'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 de Chile'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 de Chile.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
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International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
Not reported

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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 de Chile's admission information.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile has more than 1200 international students.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile'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 Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Control Type Control Type

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is a private higher education institution.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Entity Type Entity Type

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile 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 de Chile's main facilities:


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Library University Library

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


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's main services:


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile'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 de Chile's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1988


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC)


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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 de Chile'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)
  • Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA)

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

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Facebook page Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's X (formerly Twitter) page Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's YouTube channel Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's Instagram page Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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