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University of Saint Úrsula

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Overview

Universidade Santa Úrsula (University of Saint Úrsula) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded in 1939, Universidade Santa Úrsula (USU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil. USU 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 87-year-old Brazilian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. USU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Saint Úrsula's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Saint Úrsula's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Saint Úrsula' Size by Total Enrollmentnot reported

Selectivity

University of Saint Úrsula's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) University of Saint Úrsula
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Acronym USU
Founded 1939
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Location

Address Rua Fernando Ferrari 75 - Botafogo
Rio de Janeiro
22231-040 Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
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University of Saint Úrsula Phone Number (21) 2554 2500
University of Saint Úrsula Fax Number (21) 2221 4911
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University of Saint Úrsula's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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 Saint Úrsula 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 Saint Úrsula Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

University of Saint Úrsula Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Saint Úrsula Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Saint Úrsula 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 Saint Úrsula.



University of Saint Úrsula: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
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Admissions

University of Saint Úrsula Admission Info


University of Saint Úrsula's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Saint Úrsula's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Saint Úrsula '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 Saint Úrsula's International Students Admission International Students

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University of Saint Úrsula's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

University of Saint Úrsula Size and Profile


University of Saint Úrsula's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Saint Úrsula's total enrolment number is not reported.


University of Saint Úrsula's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Saint Úrsula's academic staff number is not reported.


University of Saint Úrsula's Control Type Control Type

University of Saint Úrsula is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


University of Saint Úrsula's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Saint Úrsula 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 Saint Úrsula's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Saint Úrsula's main campus setting is not reported.


University of Saint Úrsula's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Saint Úrsula 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 Saint Úrsula's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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University of Saint Úrsula is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

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University of Saint Úrsula's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Saint Úrsula's Library


University of Saint Úrsula's Housing University Housing

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University of Saint Úrsula's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University of Saint Úrsula's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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University of Saint Úrsula's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Saint Úrsula's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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University of Saint Úrsula's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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University of Saint Úrsula's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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University of Saint Úrsula's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

University of Saint Úrsula Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Saint Úrsula Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Saint Úrsula public or private?

University of Saint Úrsula is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is University of Saint Úrsula profit or non-profit?

University of Saint Úrsula 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 Saint Úrsula in terms of enrollment?

University of Saint Úrsula's total enrolment number is not reported.

What is the size of University of Saint Úrsula in terms of academic staff?

University of Saint Úrsula's academic staff number is not reported.

Is University of Saint Úrsula a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Saint Úrsula use?

University of Saint Úrsula 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 Saint Úrsula affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does University of Saint Úrsula admit international students?

Not reported.

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

University of Saint Úrsula '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 Saint Úrsula USU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Saint Úrsula USU located?

University of Saint Úrsula is located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Address: Rua Fernando Ferrari 75 - Botafogo.

Is University of Saint Úrsula USU accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does University of Saint Úrsula offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Saint Úrsula provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Saint Úrsula have an institutional hospital?

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