Overview
Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UCU) is Uruguay’s oldest private and Jesuit-inspired university, officially founded in 1985 as the successor to institutions dating back to the 19th century. Located in Montevideo, with branch campuses in Punta del Este and Salto, it enrolls over 10,000 students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmers. UCU is known for its personalized and student-centered teaching approach, strong international exchange links with over 300 universities worldwide, and accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, BGA). It offers programs in fields including health sciences, engineering, business, law, humanities and social sciences. While tuition is relatively high for private institutions in Uruguay, UCU provides substantial scholarship opportunities and flexible monthly payment plans.
2. General Information
| Name | Universidad Católica del Uruguay |
| Established | 1985 (with historical roots from 1876/1882) |
| Type | Private (Jesuit, non-profit) |
| Location | Montevideo (main); campuses in Punta del Este & Salto |
| Website | https://www.ucu.edu.uy |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Tuition Fee (approximate per year) |
| Undergraduate (without scholarship) | USD 30,000/year (flexible payment plans available) |
| Undergraduate (with scholarship) | USD 6,000–12,000/year (up to 80% discount) |
| Graduate programs | USD 8,000–14,000/year depending on faculty |
4. Academic Programs
- Health Sciences: Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Nutrition, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Speech Therapy
- Business & Economics: Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, HR, International Business
- Law & Liberal Arts: Law, Political Science, Communication, Social Work, Visual Arts, Education
- Engineering & Technology: Software, Electronics, Power Systems, Food Engineering, AI & Data Science
- Graduate and postgraduate programmers across faculties and UCUBS Business School
5. Facilities
- Main campus buildings in Montevideo, plus Punta del Este and Salto branches
- Library, computer labs, multimedia studios, counseling and sports facilities
- Innovation and entrepreneurship Centre (startup incubator)
- Approx. 300 international partner universities and vibrant student life
6. Accommodation
UCU does not provide central dormitories. Students arrange accommodation independently in Montevideo or branch locations. Housing options include private rentals, shared apartments and student hostels.
- Private rentals or shared apartments near campus
- Average living cost USD 900/month (including rent, food, transport)
- Students often choose financing or scholarship-supported budgets
7. Contact Information
- Email: via official contact form on website
- Phone: +598 2 487 2717
- Address: Avenida 8 de October 2738, Montevideo, Uruguay
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