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Universidade Católica Portuguesa, UCP
Lisbon, Portugal
"Portugal's Catholic University, with campuses in Lisbon, Porto, Braga and Viseu"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#781 (QS)
PSW VISA
1 year
About Universidade Católica Portuguesa, UCP
The Catholic University of Portugal (UCP) is a private non-profit university founded in 1967. It has campuses and regional centres in Lisbon, Porto, Braga and Viseu, and is known for business, law, humanities and social sciences. Its Lisbon schools teach several master's programmes fully in English.
Rankings & Recognition
#781
Ranked #781-790 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#791-800 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Private non-profit university
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Key Facts
1967
Founded
Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Viseu
Campuses
Private non-profit
Type
Popular Programs
Business
Law
Management
Economics
Humanities
Social Sciences
Application Details
Application Route
Online via UCP portal
Application Fee
EUR 135-155
Intakes
September
Early Bird 2026
19 Jan - 3 Mar
1st Phase 2026
16 Mar - 27 Apr
Standardized Test Requirements
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English proof (English-taught programmes)
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Required |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student residence visa (type D)
Post-Study Work
1 year job-seeking permit
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
EUR 135-155
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
58%
Placement Ratio
1 year
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Campus & Location
UCP has campuses and regional centres in Lisbon, Porto, Braga and Viseu.
Campus Details
4
campuses: Lisbon
Porto
Braga
Viseu
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Student residences and private flats
Dining
University canteens and cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Erasmus events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Registration - Master's (intl.)
EUR 570
Master's year 1 (intl.)
EUR 675 / month
Master's year 2 (intl.)
EUR 477 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
UCP admits international students in September. For 2026/27 its Lisbon master's applications had an early-bird phase from 19 January to 3 March and a first phase from 16 March to 27 April 2026.
Scholarships at Universidade Católica Portuguesa, UCP
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary-school diploma. Entry rules and fees are set by each school.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree and English proof for English-taught master's programmes.
English Proficiency
English proof (English-taught programmes)
RequiredRequired Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school certificate / degree
Academic transcripts
Language proof (English / Portuguese)
Motivation letter
CV
Passport photo
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme on ucp.pt.
2
Apply online
Apply under international student status on the university portal.
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Pay application fee
Pay the non-refundable application fee.
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Results
Wait for the selection results of your application phase.
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Enrol & pay
Accept the place and pay registration and the first tuition instalment.
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Visa & arrival
Apply for a Portuguese study residence visa, then get your residence permit.
Campus & Location
UCP has campuses and regional centres in Lisbon, Porto, Braga and Viseu.
Master's
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