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Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul

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world rank  1058

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Overview

Founded in 1948, the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Porto Alegre (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Rio Grande do Sul. This institution also has a branch campus in Uruguaiana and Viamão. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 75-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this Brazilian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUCRS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Profile

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Name Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul
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Campus Location

Address Avenida Ipiranga 6681 - Partenon
Porto Alegre
90619-900 Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul Phone Number +55 (51) 3320 3660
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul Fax Number +55 (51) 3320 3885
Other locations Uruguaiana and Viamão

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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 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul'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 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul'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 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul.

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admission Info

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 Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's admission information.

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul has more than 100 international students.

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Admission Office Admission Office

6681, Av. Ipiranga
Porto Alegre 90619-900
(51) 3320 3660


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul.

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Control Type Control Type

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul is a private higher education institution.


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Entity Type Entity Type

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul is a non-profit higher education institution.


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's main facilities:


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Library


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Housing University Housing

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Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul'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 Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's main services:


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Career Services Career Services

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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul'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)
  • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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 Divisions

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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