Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso
university
Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso

Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso

Leading the future of architecture education.

Manuel Antonio Matta 12, 2580129 Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Chile

About Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso

The School of Architecture and Design (e[ad]) at Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso conceives its formative project as a work of design in itself, orchestrating formative and transformative experiences for its students. It aims to connect them with poetry, which illuminates the intimate and creative sense, as well as with the city and society, fostering a public and world-building purpose. Founded within a unique cultural and social context, the school's programs in Architecture and Design cohere with the common goal of shaping the artifice of human dwelling in its constant reinvention and evolution. The school values collective work and observation, always committed to communities and the environment. Graduates are conceived as architects who understand architecture as an art serving human beings, capable of proposing, projecting, and constructing architectural and urban works that accommodate human habitation through art and technique, satisfying needs at various scales of building, city, and continent. This is achieved through workshop-based training, emphasizing observation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Program NameDetails
Arquitectura (Architecture)
Undergraduate (Título Profesional de Arquitecto)

The program focuses on providing students with a strong foundation in architectural design, theory, and practice, with a connection to poetry, the city and society. It aims to shape the artifices of human habitation in constant reinvention and evolution.

5.5 years (11 Semesters)
Spanish
Approximately $4,170 USD/year (as of 2026, amount may vary)
Deadline: October 30, 2025 (for Magíster en Arquitectura y Diseño as reference)
Magíster en Arquitectura y Diseño (Master of Architecture and Design)
Master

This program focuses on methodological and experiential research in architecture and design. Graduates will master research methodologies applicable to architecture and design.

4 Semesters
Spanish
Tuition information not found in search results.
Deadline: October 30, 2025 (as of 2026)

Performance & Metrics

Institutional Stats
0
Students
0
Faculty
0
Alumni
2
Programs
Accreditations & Affiliations
Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso (PUCV) holds the highest institutional accreditation of 7 years, granted by the CNA (National Accreditation Commission), denoting a level of excellence. The Master in Architecture and Design (MAD) program is accredited for 4 years, until June 2029. Undergraduate architecture programs in Chile are not obligatorily accredited until 2025 according to Law 21.091.
Admissions
Deadlines
Application period for Admission 2026: January 5, 2026 to January 8, 2026 (13:00 hrs). Enrollment period for Admission 2026: January 20 to January 22, 2026.
Requirements
Applicants must take the Prueba de Acceso a la Educación Superior (PAES) exams (Reading Comprehension, Mathematics M1, and an elective in History and Social Sciences or Sciences). A minimum average score of 485 points between PAES Reading Comprehension and Mathematics 1 (M1) is required, or being within the top 10% of high school GPA. The cut-off score for Architecture in the 2026 admission process was 744.6 points.

Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso Academic FAQ

Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso is The School of Architecture and Design (e[ad]) at Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso conceives its formative project as a work of design in itself, orchestrating formative and transformative experiences for its students.

Applicants are typically required to submit: Applicants must take the Prueba de Acceso a la Educación Superior (PAES) exams (Reading Comprehension, Mathematics M1, and an elective in History and Social Sciences or Sciences). A minimum average sc....

Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Arquitectura (Architecture), Magíster en Arquitectura y Diseño (Master of Architecture and Design).

Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso is situated in Viña del Mar, Chile, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso holds accreditations from: Pontifical Catholic University of Valparaíso (PUCV) holds the highest institutional accreditation of 7 years, granted by the CNA (National Accreditation Commission), denoting a level of excellence. The Master in Architecture and Design (MAD) program is accredited for 4 years, until June 2029. Undergraduate architecture programs in Chile are not obligatorily accredited until 2025 according to Law 21.091..