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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

Valparaíso, CL · Ranking #6

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is a prestigious private university founded in 1928 in Valparaíso, Chile. It is one of the leading universities in Chile and Latin America, known for its strong academic programs in engineering, law, architecture, and social sciences. The university has a strong Catholic tradition and emphasizes ethical education, research, and social responsibility. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs and maintains international partnerships with universities worldwide.

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Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

About the university

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is a prestigious private university founded in 1928 in Valparaíso, Chile. It is one of the leading universities in Chile and Latin America, known for its strong academic programs in engineering, law, architecture, and social sciences. The university has a strong Catholic tradition and emphasizes ethical education, research, and social responsibility. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs and maintains international partnerships with universities worldwide.

Key information

  • Location: Valparaíso, CL
  • Ranking #6
  • QS #1001
  • National ranking #6
  • Institution type: private

Programs (8)

  • Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Education
  • Business Administration
  • Computer Science
  • Law
  • Biology
  • Chemistry

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $200 - $500 / per month

Tuition costs

  • $4,500 - $9,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 30.00%
  • Scholarships available

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1928
  • Teaching languages: Spanish
  • Study formats: offline

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