Established in 1721, the Universidad Central de Venezuela (Central University of Venezuela) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Caracas (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerio del Poder Popular para Educación Universitaria, Ciencia y Tecnología, Venezuela (Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology of Venezuela), Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over 45,000 students) coeducational Venezuelan higher education institution. Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) 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 302-year-old Venezuelan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UCV 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, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Central University of Venezuela |
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Name | Universidad Central de Venezuela |
Acronym | UCV |
Founded | 1721 |
Motto | La Casa que Vence la Sombra The house that defeats the shadow |
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Address | Apartado postal 1050 - Ciudad Universitaria Caracas 1051 Caracas Venezuela |
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Tel | +58 (212) 605 4050 |
Fax | +58 (212) 605 4086 |
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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 Central University of Venezuela's academic range and degree level offering.
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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... learn more
uniRank publishes below an overview of the most important information about the Central University of Venezuela's admission policy and statistics.
uniRank publishes below some basic admission information for the Central University of Venezuela.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has the Central University of Venezuela a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
The Central University of Venezuela's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for the Central University of Venezuela.
The Central University of Venezuela has a student enrollment range of over 45,000 making it a very large-sized institution.
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The Central University of Venezuela is a public higher education institution.
The Central University of Venezuela is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
The Central University of Venezuela does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of the facilities and services offered by the Central University of Venezuela.
This institution has a physical Library for its students.
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This institution has sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
This institution offers one or more types of financial aid (i.e. scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid, etc.) for eligible students.
This institution provides study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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The Central University of Venezuela is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministerio del Poder Popular para Educación Universitaria, Ciencia y Tecnología, Venezuela
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