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About UCSG
Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil (UCSG) — private non-profit university. It is located in Guayaquil, Ecuador. It is one of the youngest higher education institutions in the country. UCSG is working together with International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU).
The institution is among the top-1400 in the world, according to QS International University Ranking.
UCSG does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.
The academic calendar at UCSG is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UCSG are equal for locals and foreigners, and start from 1,000 USD per year. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
Students are accepted to bachelor's programs at UCSG based on the results of entrance exams. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. UCSG also provides online undergraduate programs.
Master's degree at UCSG
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. In order to enroll at UCSG for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at UCSG.
UCSG campus
UCSG has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. During the period of study, students can use the university library, where they can do homework and write scientific papers. UCSG regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
If you want to stay in Ecuador after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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