61
HEI
1.723
Courses
92.500
Students
8.864
Professors and Researchers
4.024
Staff
510.994
Graduates
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Portuguese Association of Private Higher Education
Since 1994, APESP has represented private higher education institutions before political and regulatory authorities in Portugal.
The main objectives of private higher education institutions are to educate the population, train professionals, contribute to the country’s knowledge and development, and ensure the cultural, scientific, and professional training of their students.
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