Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú - PUCP vs Universidad de Lima vs Universidad César Vallejo - UCV vs Universidad Ricardo Palma - URP vs Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas - UPC

Side-by-side comparison from 38 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Universidad César Vallejo - UCV (5.00)
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú - PUCP: wins 1/6 categories
Universidad de Lima: wins 1/6 categories
Universidad César Vallejo - UCV: wins 1/6 categories
Universidad Ricardo Palma - URP: wins 0/6 categories
Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas - UPC: wins 0/6 categories
Le Cordon Bleu Paris: wins 3/6 categories
Escuela Nacional Superior de Arte Dramatico: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: BCom in Management
Best programme: Communication
Best programme: Advertising and Marketing
Best programme: Advertising and Communication
Best programme: Culinary Arts
Category ratings
Facilities
4.25
4.40
4.00
Not rated
3.67
4.56
Win
Not rated
Location
3.75
4.70
3.67
Not rated
4.43
4.78
Win
Not rated
Professors
4.75
Win
4.64
4.50
Not rated
4.38
4.67
Not rated
Internationality
4.50
3.64
4.00
Not rated
4.00
4.67
Win
Not rated
Student life
4.50
4.00
4.25
Not rated
4.50
4.00
Not rated
Value
4.50
4.45
4.75
Win
Not rated
4.00
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
3.00
4.10
Win
3.00
Not rated
3.50
3.22
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Rich cultural environment and diverse activities
  • +High quality of education and challenging academic programs
  • +Excellent campus facilities and resources
  • +Expert, professional, and passionate professors
  • +Practical and multidisciplinary coursework
  • +Good infrastructure and vibrant student atmosphere
  • +Supportive and engaging professors
  • +Affordable education and abundant opportunities
  • +Inclusive and collaborative learning environment

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  • +Career-focused curriculum and expert instructors
  • +Professional and personal growth opportunities
  • +Diverse programs and cultural immersion
  • +exceptional quality of teaching and knowledgeable, approachable instructors
  • +strong emphasis on precision, quality, and professional skill development
  • +welcoming environment and supportive alumni network

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a consistent complaint.
  • -The curriculum is perceived as irrelevant and disconnected from real-world needs.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Facilities are outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Poor teaching quality and lack of support are significant concerns.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are major drawbacks.
  • -Lack of resources and support negatively impacts the learning experience.

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  • -Financial burden of tuition fees.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder the learning experience.
  • -Lack of career support and industry relevance leads to dissatisfaction.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution boasts excellent ratings, particularly in its **professors** (4.75) and **student life** (4.5), alongside strong scores for **internationality** and **value** (both 4.5). Facilities also receive a positive mark at 4.25. The primary area for improvement, however, lies with **accommodation**, scoring a lower 3, and **location** at 3.75.

The university demonstrates a robust performance, with particular strengths noted in Location (4.7) and Professors (4.63). Areas such as Facilities and Value also receive favorable marks. Student Life and Accommodations are generally well-regarded. The lowest score is observed in Internationality (3.63), indicating this as a potential area for improvement.

This institution presents a generally positive picture, excelling particularly in **Value** with a rating of 4.75 and strong marks for **Professors** (4.5) and **Student Life** (4.25). Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, receiving a rating of 3. Other aspects like Facilities, Internationality, and Location fall within the good to very good range.

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The university demonstrates notable strengths in student life and location, both receiving high scores. Internationality and value are also well-regarded. Conversely, accommodation and facilities present areas for improvement, indicating these aspects are less favorably perceived by students. Overall, the institution appears to offer a positive experience, with specific categories requiring more attention.

This institution receives high marks for its Location, scoring 4.78, and for its Professors and Internationality, both at 4.67. Facilities also rate well at 4.56. Student Life and Value are both solid at 4.00. The weakest area is Accomodation, which received a rating of 3.22.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Students praise the university's cultural richness, educational excellence, and diverse resources. The demanding curriculum is noted, fostering resilience. Some highlight the beautiful campus and ample student spaces.

With an average rating of 4.64/5 from 11 reviews, feedback is overwhelmingly positive (~100%). Recurring themes include the quality and practical knowledge of professors, a strong academic foundation, and a good university atmosphere.

All four reviews are highly positive, with an average rating of 5/5. Students praise the inclusive environment, knowledgeable and engaging professors, and ample academic and extracurricular opportunities. The university is also commended for its affordability and support for student success.

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With a 4.22/5 average rating, ~89% of students praise diverse courses, excellent teachers, and strong career preparation. One review (~11%) mentions high tuition costs.

All 9 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students highlight exceptional teaching quality and knowledgeable instructors, along with impeccable facilities. The curriculum and emphasis on precision are frequently praised.

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Rating distribution
5★
20%
64%
100%
0%
56%
67%
0%
4★
80%
36%
0%
0%
22%
33%
0%
3★
0%
0%
0%
0%
11%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
11%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
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Excellent Education

I graduated from the Law program at Universidad de Lima four years ago, and my experience there was outstanding. This university offers a strong academic foundation, excellent facilities, and a vibrant student life. What stood out the most to me was the quality of the professors—many of them are respected professionals in the legal field, bringing real-world experience into the classroom. Their teaching methods were engaging and practical, which helped me develop not only theoretical knowledge but also essential skills for my career. The campus is modern, well-maintained, and equipped with everything students need—from a great library and study spaces to green areas that make it easy to take a break between classes. The university also fosters networking opportunities, both through career fairs and events where professionals come to speak about the industry. One of the few downsides was that some administrative processes could be slow or bureaucratic, but nothing too problematic. The university is quite demanding, especially in programs like Law, so students should be prepared for a challenging academic experience. However, if you are willing to put in the work, the rewards are worth it. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. If you are looking for a university that balances high-quality education, strong industry connections, and an excellent campus environment, Universidad de Lima is one of the best options in Peru.

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Student in 2013

I really enjoyed my time at LCB! I've found that my skills when I entered the work force were much higher than others. I think though there was a big portion missing in recipe development and composition. True- we did learn it through memorizing the recipes, but we really were missing classes on how different ingredients affect the final textures.. how you can change them... etc. That I still am not an expert in .. and I create recipes! Ouf! Also, I don't know if you still do a month of sugar work... but that really wasn't necessary and should be either cut or minimized to just 2 lessons. It's such a niche skill to know that I would have really preferred more technical skills. I loved the old location. The "rumors" I'm getting about the new location are that it's not as good, unfortunately - that i's become more of a money focused/marketing machine. I really hope that this image can be fixed as I love LCB and enjoyed my time there! Oh also - there should be more help for students to get jobs and featuring old students accomplishments - from cookbook launches to new bakeries so that current and old students can support them.

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