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About
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) is a private, not-for-profit Catholic university headquartered in Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. Established in 1959, it is maintained by the Marist Brothers and is recognized for its academic excellence, innovation, and strong ethical, Christian, and Marist values. PUCPR is consistently ranked among the top private universities in Brazil and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its campuses in Curitiba, Londrina, Maringá, and Toledo.
UNIREAL Score
72/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 72
Overview
- Country
- Brazil
- City
- Curitiba
- Established
- 1959
- Students
- 43,000
- Programs
- 70
- Tuition (yearly)
- €5,000
- Admission period
- September – March
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná?
Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná is located in Curitiba, Brazil.
How much does it cost to study at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná?
Typical yearly tuition at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná is about €5,000. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná?
Admission at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná usually runs September – March.
What can I study at Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná?
Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná offers about 70 programs, including Medicine, Law, Business Administration, Dentistry, Architecture and Urbanism.
What is the UNIREAL Score of Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná?
Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná has a UNIREAL Score of 72/100, calculated from: research activity.
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