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# 1201-1400QS World University Rankings

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About Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC)

The Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) is committed to fostering integral and innovative leaders with a global vision for transforming Peru. It aims to be a leader in higher education, characterized by academic excellence and innovation. UPC's values include leadership, teamwork, service orientation, excellence, and innovation. Established in 1994, UPC offers 56 undergraduate programs and over 30 postgraduate programs. It has accreditation from WASC Senior College and University Commission, ranking it among prestigious institutions globally. With over 82,228 enrolled students and more than 25,000 alumni, UPC emphasizes accessibility through scholarships and financial aid. Its faculty of 4,360 instructors fosters research and intellectual inquiry, contributing to national and international recognition. UPC stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation in Peru.

About Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC)

The Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) is committed to fostering integral and innovative leaders with a global vision for transforming Peru. It aims to be a leader in higher education, characterized by academic excellence and innovation. UPC's values include leadership, teamwork, service orientation, excellence, and innovation. Established in 1994, UPC offers 56 undergraduate programs and over 30 postgraduate programs. It has accreditation from WASC Senior College and University Commission, ranking it among prestigious institutions globally. With over 82,228 enrolled students and more than 25,000 alumni, UPC emphasizes accessibility through scholarships and financial aid. Its faculty of 4,360 instructors fosters research and intellectual inquiry, contributing to national and international recognition. UPC stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation in Peru.

Available programs

The Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) offers 51 programs designed to meet the needs of the current labor market and according to labor trends in the future, with a sound focus on management in order to guarantee training professionals with competitive skills and an innovative approach.

UPC Graduate School has a commitment to continuous professional development of its executive members and specialized professionals. For this reason, it offers a unique education that builds trustworthy leaders who are able to innovate and transform their respective fields and sectors while adding value into society at a time of significant global changes. EPT has been a pioneer in digital education for over 13 years at post-graduate level in the country.

University information

The UPC is structured as a multicampus system offering the same university experience across its 4 campuses:


- Monterrico Campus

- Villa Universitaria

- San Isidro Campus

- San Miguel Campus


Each campus is specifically designed to meet the needs of the 51 specialties it offers. Additionally, UPC provides specialized laboratories, state-of-the-art studios, auditoriums, and classrooms, along with in-person and virtual training and counseling. Access to digital databases containing books, journals, and online video classes is also ensured.


UPC offers a differentiated education for the self-demanding student seeking to innovate to become a successful professional in a globalized world through the Digital Teaching-Learning Experience (EEAD), a practical teaching approach supported by technology in a fully digital environment.


UPC's University Health Center:


Within its 2,200 m² of modern and specialized infrastructure at its Villa Campus, the UPC University Health Center provides services in Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Psychology to the general community (students, administrators, and the public).


Veterinary Medical Center:


Located on the Villa Campus, this modern space is designed with functionality to offer outpatient consultation services, appropriate complementary services, and a surgical center with two operating rooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology. It provides Veterinary Medicine students with a learning environment where pets are professionally treated; students participate and contribute to diagnoses by assisting the attending veterinarian, performing check-ups, providing treatment, and/or performing possible surgical procedures.

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Rankings & ratings

Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) is one of the top private universities in Monterrico, Peru. It is ranked #1201-1400 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

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Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC) advanced Private High 26 no 739 XL 1749