Overview
Established in 1956, the Universidad Católica del Norte (Catholic University of the North) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Antofagasta (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Coquimbo. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Católica del Norte (UCN) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Chilean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Católica del Norte (UCN) 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 67-year-old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Universidad Católica del Norte  |
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| Name (English) | Catholic University of the North |
| Acronym | UCN |
| Founded | 1956 |
| Motto | Ver más allá |
| Colours | Orange, white and light blue |
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University Location
| Address | Avenida Angamos Nº 0610 Antofagasta 1270709 Antofagasta Chile |
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+56 (55) 355 002 |
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+56 (55) 355 093 |
| Other locations | Coquimbo |
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