The Catholic University of Santiago de Guayaquil (Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil – UCSG) is a private university located in Guayaquil. Founded in 1962, the UCSG offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as social sciences, engineering, business administration, health sciences, law, and education. The university emphasizes academic excellence, ethical formation, and community engagement, contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of Guayaquil and Ecuador.