"The Catholic University of Colombia is by nature and definition an institution founded on the principles of the doctrine of Christ, will have the full University as a teacher and interpreter of his doctrine of the Catholic Church, of which his faithful collaborator addicted and stated in teaching of truth and science at the service of man and the interests of the community. " Declaration of Principles and Statutes of the Catholic University of Colombia, 1970. The University is committed to the development of knowledge and the advancement of sciences and professions. As a Catholic institution, the Catholic Church recognizes as legitimate interpreter of the doctrine of Christ. Its educational mission is to center the human person as a creature made by God in his image and likeness. Teachers hold high academic, professional and personal qualities. On the academic side, it has undergraduate, master's specialization and consolidated. The programs have academic career and are recognized nationally and internationally.