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Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais

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Overview

Founded in 1958, the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais (Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Belo Horizonte (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Minas Gerais. This institution also has branch campuses in Arcos, Betim, Contagem, Poços de Caldas, Serro and Uberlândia. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais (PUC MINAS) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais (PUC MINAS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 65-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PUC MINAS 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.

University Snapshot

Control

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais
Acronym PUC MINAS
Founded 1958
Motto Conhecimento que transforma
Knowledge that transforms
Colours Blue and gray
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University Location

Address 500 Dom José Gaspar Street - Coração Eucarístico
Belo Horizonte
30535-901 Minas Gerais
Brazil
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais Phone Number +55 (31) 3319 4444
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais Fax Number +55 (31) 3319 4225
Other locations Arcos, Betim, Contagem, Poços de Caldas, Serro and Uberlândia

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais.

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's admission information.

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Admission Office Admission Office

500 Dom José Gaspar Street, Coração Eucarístico
Belo Horizonte 30535-901
(31) 3319 4134
(31) 3319 4394

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais.

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Control Type Control Type

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais is a private higher education institution.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Entity Type Entity Type

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais is a non-profit higher education institution.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais has a Christian-Catholic affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's main facilities:


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Library


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's main services:


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1958


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB)
  • Brazilian Association for International Education (FAUBAI)
  • Coimbra Group of Brazilian Universities (GCUB)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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YouTube YouTube

Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's YouTube channel Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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