University

Catholic University of Petrópolis

Information updated 14.08.2026

( UCP ) – private higher education institution in Brazil. UCP began its work in the year 1953. It has an urban campus located in Petropolis. Application process and the cost of tuition. The students must pass examinations in order to get admitted to the university. Throughout the admission period more than 80 percent of applicants successfully enroll to the university. Nevertheless, in UCP the ratio may vary dramatically depending on the study program. Traditionally the academic year is divided into semesters like in many other universities of Brazil. The composition of the university.

The admission committee accepts the applications from foreign citizens. The Approximate number of specialists teaching at UCP is 299. Infrastructure of UCP. The university has its own library. Furthermore, Catholic University of Petrópolis attracts students with its sports facilities and infrastructure