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About
The Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) is a prestigious public university located in Caracas, Venezuela, and is the oldest university in the country, founded in 1721. Its main campus, Ciudad Universitaria de Caracas, designed by architect Carlos Raúl Villanueva, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its integration of modern architecture with art. UCV is widely recognized as the highest-ranking institution in Venezuela, offering a classical education across a broad range of disciplines.
UNIREAL Score
73/100A 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
- 73
Overview
- Country
- Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
- City
- Caracas
- Established
- 1721
- Students
- 41,059
- Programs
- 222
- Tuition (yearly)
- €460
- Admission period
- Varies by faculty, typically two semesters per academic year
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Universidad Central de Venezuela?
Universidad Central de Venezuela is located in Caracas, Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of.
How much does it cost to study at Universidad Central de Venezuela?
Typical yearly tuition at Universidad Central de Venezuela is about €460. 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 Universidad Central de Venezuela?
Admission at Universidad Central de Venezuela usually runs Varies by faculty, typically two semesters per academic year.
What can I study at Universidad Central de Venezuela?
Universidad Central de Venezuela offers about 222 programs, including Medicine, Engineering, Architecture, Law, Economics.
What is the UNIREAL Score of Universidad Central de Venezuela?
Universidad Central de Venezuela has a UNIREAL Score of 73/100, calculated from: research activity.
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