Universidad Católica del Norte : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Universidad Católica del Norte

Located in the Chilean port city of Antofagasta, the Catholic University of the North was founded in 1956. Teaching at the university is split across seven faculties, with teaching occurring across two main campuses as well as a separate museum and research center in San Pedro de Atacama and an astronomy center. The university has a total of seven research centers as well as a Scientific and Technological Park. More information about the degree programs available at the university can be found on their official website.

About Universidad Católica del Norte

Located in the Chilean port city of Antofagasta, the Catholic University of the North was founded in 1956. Teaching at the university is split across seven faculties, with teaching occurring across two main campuses as well as a separate museum and research center in San Pedro de Atacama and an astronomy center. The university has a total of seven research centers as well as a Scientific and Technological Park. More information about the degree programs available at the university can be found on their official website.

University information

Students & Staff

Total students

11,651

UG students

0%

PG students

0%

International students

533

UG students

0%

PG students

0%

Total faculty staff

655

Domestic staff

91%

Int'l staff

9%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

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How to apply to scholarships relevant to you

A list of available scholarships around the world

A scholarship application checklist

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Rankings & ratings

RANKINGS

Universidad Católica del Norte is one of the top private universities in Antofagasta, Chile. It is ranked #1201-1400 in QS World University Rankings 2025.