Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About UPC
Popular University of Cesar (UPC) — public non-profit university. It is located in Valledupar, Colombia. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1976. UPC is working together with RENATA - Red Nacional Académica de Tecnología Avanzada, SUE - SISTEMA DE UNIVERSIDADES ESTATALES, ASCUN - ASOCIACION COLOMBIANA DE UNIVERSIDADES.
UPC is developing different scientific directions and invites students to join the research.
The academic calendar at UPC is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 1 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 1,000 USD. The cost of education and the availability of scholarships can be checked on the official website.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Foreign1,000USD/year
Master
Local1USD/year
Foreign1,000USD/year
UPC campus
The campus of UPC is located in Valledupar. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. Foreigners who come to UPC through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
There are many options to stay in the country after completing your studies at the university. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Detailed information can be found on the embassy website. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
