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University of Brasília

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Overview

Universidade de Brasília (University of Brasília) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brazil. This institution also has branch campuses in Planaltina, Gama and Ceilândia. Founded in 1962, Universidade de Brasília (UNB) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil. UNB provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees in several areas 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 64-year-old Brazilian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. UNB also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Brasília's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Brasília's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Brasília' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Brasília's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) University of Brasília
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNB
Founded 1962
Motto
Colours Green and blue
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Location

Address Campus Universitário Darcy Ribeiro s/n - Asa Norte
Brasília
70910-900 Distrito Federal
Brazil
University of Brasília's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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University of Brasília Phone Number (61) 3107 3300
University of Brasília Fax Number (61) 3272 0003
Other locations Planaltina, Gama and Ceilândia

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University of Brasília's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Brasília is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidade de Brasília's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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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 University of Brasília 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

University of Brasília Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Brasília 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 University of Brasília's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

University of Brasília Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Brasília Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Brasília 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 University of Brasília.



University of Brasília: 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 University of Brasília Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Brasília website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Brasília Admission Info


University of Brasília's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Brasília is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Brasília's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Brasília has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Brasília 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


University of Brasília's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Brasília has more than 400 international students.


University of Brasília's Admission Office Admission Office






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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 University of Brasília's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Brasília Size and Profile


University of Brasília's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


University of Brasília's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Brasília's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.


University of Brasília's Control Type Control Type

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


University of Brasília's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Brasília 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.


University of Brasília's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Brasília's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Brasília 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.


University of Brasília's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Brasília is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Brasília Facilities


University of Brasília's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Brasília's Library


University of Brasília's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Brasília's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Brasília's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Brasília Services


University of Brasília's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Brasília's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Brasília's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Brasília's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Brasília's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Brasília Organisational Structure

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

Universidade de Brasília
  • Faculty of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine
  • Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Communication
  • Faculty of Communication
  • Law School
  • Faculty of Economics, Administration, Accounting and Information Science and Documentation
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Physical Education
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Technology
  • Faculty UnB Planaltina

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Brasília Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade de Brasília'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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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Brasília public or private?

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

Is University of Brasília profit or non-profit?

University of Brasília 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 University of Brasília in terms of enrollment?

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

What is the size of University of Brasília in terms of academic staff?

University of Brasília's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.

Is University of Brasília a coeducational institution?

University of Brasília is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Brasília use?

University of Brasília 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 University of Brasília affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Brasília admit international students?

Yes. University of Brasília has more than 400 international students.

What is University of Brasília's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Brasília 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend University of Brasília UNB?

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 University of Brasília UNB located?

University of Brasília is located in Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brazil. Address: Campus Universitário Darcy Ribeiro s/n - Asa Norte.

Is University of Brasília UNB accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Brasília is accredited by Ministério da Educação, Brazil (since ).

Does University of Brasília offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Brasília offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Brasília have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Brasília provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Brasília have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Brasília offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Brasília offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Brasília offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Brasília have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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