Pontifical Catholic University of Chile

Monsignor Mariano Casanova, Archbishop of Santiago, established the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile on June 21, 1888. His ambition was to establish a school that could combine academic excellence with training based on Christian doctrine. The local and global historical context in which the Church found itself when the University was established inspired the institution to train professionals who lived Christian lives and could renew energies for future generations. Monsignor Joaquin Larran Gandarillas was the first Rector, and the first two faculties were Law, Physical Sciences, and Math.

Regardless of the changes, the University's goal has always been to provide a solid education based on the sciences, arts, humanities, and Catholic morals. As a result, the University seeks to prepare its international students not only technically and scientifically, but also to be open to different human realities and the social and personal responsibilities that come with the full development of a society. Throughout the history of the university, this first aim has been continuously fulfilled.

Two of the world's most prestigious university rankings, the QS World University Rankings (in 2018, 2019, and 2020) and the Times Higher Education University Rankings, have named Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile the best university in Latin America (2019 and 2020). Home to almost 30,000 students, PUC is huge. If you’re looking for a truly bustling educational setting in one of the most exciting and unique cities in Latin America, PUC should be your top choice!

Website: https://www.uc.cl/en