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Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

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Overview

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (Federal University of Rio de Janeiro) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded in 1920, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil. UFRJ provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 106-year-old Brazilian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate is 0-9%. This places it among an extremely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UFRJ also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Control Typepublic

Entity

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name (English) Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UFRJ
Founded 1920
Motto A Universidade do Brasil
The University of Brazil
Colours
Mascot Minerva

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Location

Address Avenida Pedro Calmon, 550
Rio de Janeiro
21941-901 Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
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Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Phone Number (21) 2598 9603
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Fax Number (21) 2598 1605
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Website

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Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1920


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Federal University of Rio de Janeiro as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro.



Federal University of Rio de Janeiro: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Federal University of Rio de Janeiro website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Admission Info


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's acceptance rate ranges from 0 to 9%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro has more than 400 international students.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Pedro Calmon, 550
Rio de Janeiro 21941-901
(21) 2598 1609


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Size and Profile


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro has a student enrollment ranging from 45,000 to 49,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's academic staff ranges from 4,000 to 4,499 members.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Control Type Control Type

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Entity Type Entity Type

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Facilities


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Library University Library

Yes Visit Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Library


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Housing University Housing

Yes


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Services


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Mathematical and Natural Sciences Center
  • Arts and Letters Center
  • Philosophy and Human Sciences Center
  • Legal and Economic Sciences Center
  • Health Sciences Center
  • Technology Center

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Memberships and Affiliations

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB)
  • Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro public or private?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro profit or non-profit?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro in terms of enrollment?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro has a student enrollment ranging from 45,000 to 49,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro in terms of academic staff?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's academic staff ranges from 4,000 to 4,499 members.

Is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro a coeducational institution?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro use?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro affiliated with?

None.

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro admit international students?

Yes. Federal University of Rio de Janeiro has more than 400 international students.

What is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's acceptance rate ranges from 0 to 9%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Federal University of Rio de Janeiro UFRJ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro UFRJ located?

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Address: Avenida Pedro Calmon, 550.

Is Federal University of Rio de Janeiro UFRJ accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro is accredited by Ministério da Educação, Brazil (since 1920).

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro have a university library?

Yes

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro offer career services?

Not reported

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Federal University of Rio de Janeiro have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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