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University of the Southern Caribbean

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world rank  8611

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Overview

Established in 1927, the University of the Southern Caribbean is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of St. Joseph (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Barbados, Guyana, Tobago, Antigua and St. Lucia. Officially recognized by the Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago, University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Trinidadian and Tobagonian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Adventist religion. University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) 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 and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 97-year-old Trinidadian and Tobagonian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Trinidadian and Tobagonian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. USC 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, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of the Southern Caribbean's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of the Southern Caribbean's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of the Southern Caribbean' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

University of the Southern Caribbean's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym USC
Founded 1927
Motto Beyond Excellence
Colours Green and gold
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Maracas Valley
St. Joseph

Trinidad and Tobago
University of the Southern Caribbean's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of the Southern Caribbean Phone Number +1 (868) 662 2241
University of the Southern Caribbean Fax Number +1 (868) 662 1197
Other locations Barbados, Guyana, Tobago, Antigua and St. Lucia

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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 University of the Southern Caribbean'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 University of the Southern Caribbean's academic range and degree level offering.



University of the Southern Caribbean: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of the Southern Caribbean's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 University of the Southern Caribbean'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 University of the Southern Caribbean.

University of the Southern Caribbean: 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		 Not reported 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of the Southern Caribbean's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

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 University of the Southern Caribbean's admission information.

University of the Southern Caribbean's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of the Southern Caribbean's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of the Southern Caribbean a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of the Southern Caribbean's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


University of the Southern Caribbean's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


University of the Southern Caribbean's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of the Southern Caribbean's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 University of the Southern Caribbean.

University of the Southern Caribbean's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of the Southern Caribbean has an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


University of the Southern Caribbean's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of the Southern Caribbean's Control Type Control Type

University of the Southern Caribbean is a private higher education institution.


University of the Southern Caribbean's Entity Type Entity Type

University of the Southern Caribbean is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of the Southern Caribbean's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of the Southern Caribbean's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


University of the Southern Caribbean is Christian-Adventist Religious Affiliation

University of the Southern Caribbean has a Christian-Adventist affiliation (Seventh Day Adventist - www.adventist.org).


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 University of the Southern Caribbean's main facilities:


University of the Southern Caribbean's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


University of the Southern Caribbean's Housing University Housing

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


University of the Southern Caribbean'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 University of the Southern Caribbean's main services:


University of the Southern Caribbean'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.

University of the Southern Caribbean's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of the Southern Caribbean's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of the Southern Caribbean's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of the Southern Caribbean's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of the Southern Caribbean's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

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.


University of the Southern Caribbean's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of the Southern Caribbean is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Accreditation Council of Trinidad and Tobago


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of the Southern Caribbean's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Adventist Accreditation Association (AAA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize University of the Southern Caribbean as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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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 University of the Southern Caribbean 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

University of the Southern Caribbean's Facebook page University of the Southern Caribbean's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of the Southern Caribbean's X (formerly Twitter) page University of the Southern Caribbean's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of the Southern Caribbean's YouTube channel University of the Southern Caribbean's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of the Southern Caribbean's Instagram page University of the Southern Caribbean's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of the Southern Caribbean's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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