About the university

The main private university in Portugal with campuses across the country (Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Viseu). Known for law, theology, economics, and social sciences. Strong reputation for quality education.

Key information

• Location: Lisbon, PT
• Ranking #1001
• National ranking #8
• Institution type: private

Popular faculties

• Law
• Theology
• Economics
• Communication
• Social Sciences

Programs (30)

• Anthropology
• Biology
• Business Administration
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Economics
• Education
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Finance and Accounting
• Fine Arts
• History
• International Relations
• Journalism and Communication
• Law
• Linguistics
• Marketing
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Medicine
• Music
• Nursing
• Pharmacy
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Tourism and Hospitality

Student body

• Total students: 12,000
• International students: 15%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €400 - €900 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 88%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

• €3,500 - €8,000 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 55.00%
• Scholarships available: Merit scholarships, Catholic community grants, need-based assistance
• Additional costs: Books €200-400/year, student fees €100/year

Quick facts

• Founded: 1967
• Teaching languages: Portuguese, English
• Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

• Website: https://www.ucp.pt
• mailto:[email protected]
• +351 217 214 064