Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador
(PUCE)
About
The Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (PUCE) is a Pontifical Catholic university founded in 1946 in Quito, Ecuador.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1001 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 7 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 29,406
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 19.4 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 2%
- Female : Male
- 56 : 44
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
QS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2025 |
THE
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical & Health | 1001+ | 11.2 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 1001+ | 10.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 1001+ | 11.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador?
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 1501+.
When was Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador founded?
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador was founded in 1946.
What are the top subjects at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador?
Top subjects at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador include: Ecology, Arts & Humanities, Business & Management Studies, Medicine, Clinical & Health.
Where is Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador located?
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador is located in Quito, Ecuador.