Founded in 1959, Universidad Católica de Temuco (Catholic University of Temuco) is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Temuco (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Araucania. Officially recognized by the Comisión Nacional de Acreditación, Chile (National Accreditation Commission), Universidad Católica de Temuco (UCTemuco) is a large coeducational Chilean higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Universidad Católica de Temuco (UCTemuco) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 62 years old Chilean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UCTemuco also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.