Universidade de Caxias do Sul (UCS) is a private, non-profit community university located in Caxias do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Founded in 1967, it is the oldest higher education institution in the region, offering undergraduate, graduate, extension, and technical education across multiple campuses. Maintained by Fundação Universidade de Caxias do Sul (FUCS), UCS is recognized for its commitment to education, research, innovation, and community development.