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Vassouras University

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Overview

Universidade de Vassouras (Vassouras University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Vassouras, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded in 1968, Universidade de Vassouras is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) 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 57-year-old Brazilian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 70-79%. This makes it a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Universidade de Vassouras also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Vassouras University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Vassouras University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vassouras University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Vassouras University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name (English) Vassouras University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym
Founded 1968
Motto
Colours Orange and black
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Location

Address Avenida Expedicionário Oswaldo de Almeida Ramos 280 - Centro
Vassouras
27700-000 Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
Vassouras University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Vassouras University Phone Number (24) 2471 8225
Vassouras University Fax Number (24) 2471 1287
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Website

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Vassouras University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1968


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 Vassouras'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 Vassouras University 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

Vassouras University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Vassouras University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Vassouras University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Vassouras University 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 Vassouras University.



Vassouras University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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

Admissions

Vassouras University Admission Info


Vassouras University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Vassouras University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Vassouras University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately 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


Vassouras University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Vassouras University's Admission Office Admission Office

Exp Osvaldo de Almeida Ramos 280
Vassouras 27700-000
(24) 2471 8225


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

Size and Profile

Vassouras University Size and Profile


Vassouras University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Vassouras University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Vassouras University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Vassouras University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Vassouras University's Control Type Control Type

Vassouras University 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.


Vassouras University's Entity Type Entity Type

Vassouras University 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.


Vassouras University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Vassouras University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Vassouras University 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.


Vassouras University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Vassouras University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Vassouras University Facilities


Vassouras University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Vassouras University's Library


Vassouras University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Vassouras University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Vassouras University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Vassouras University Services


Vassouras University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Vassouras University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Vassouras University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Vassouras University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Vassouras University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Vassouras University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Vassouras University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade de Vassouras'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)


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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 Vassouras University public or private?

Vassouras University 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 Vassouras University profit or non-profit?

Vassouras University 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 Vassouras University in terms of enrollment?

Vassouras University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

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

Vassouras University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Vassouras University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Vassouras University use?

Vassouras University 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 Vassouras University affiliated with?

None.

Does Vassouras University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Vassouras University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Vassouras University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately 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 Vassouras University ?

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

Where is Vassouras University located?

Vassouras University is located in Vassouras, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Address: Avenida Expedicionário Oswaldo de Almeida Ramos 280 - Centro.

Is Vassouras University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Vassouras University is accredited by Ministério da Educação, Brazil (since 1968).

Does Vassouras University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Vassouras University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Vassouras University have a university library?

Yes

Does Vassouras University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Vassouras University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Vassouras University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Vassouras University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Vassouras University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Vassouras University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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