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Universidade Fernando Pessoa

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Overview

Universidade Fernando Pessoa (University Fernando Pessoa) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Porto, Portugal. This institution also has a branch campus in Ponte de Lima. Established in 1996, Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior. UFP provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 30-year-old Portuguese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. UFP also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidade Fernando Pessoa' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) University Fernando Pessoa
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UFP
Founded 1996
Motto Nova et Nove
New things in new ways
Colours Yellow and dark green
Mascot Owl

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Location

Address Praça 9 de Abril, 349
Porto
4249-004 Porto
Portugal
Universidade Fernando Pessoa's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidade Fernando Pessoa Phone Number (22) 507 1300
Universidade Fernando Pessoa Fax Number (22) 550 8269
Other locations Ponte de Lima

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Website

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University Fernando Pessoa's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidade Fernando Pessoa is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1996


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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa.



Universidade Fernando Pessoa: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidade Fernando Pessoa website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Admission Info


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidade Fernando Pessoa is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidade Fernando Pessoa has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidade Fernando Pessoa '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


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Admission Office Admission Office

Praça 9 de Abril, 349
Porto 4249-004
(22) 507 1335


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Size and Profile

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Size and Profile


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidade Fernando Pessoa has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidade Fernando Pessoa's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Control Type Control Type

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidade Fernando Pessoa's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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.


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidade Fernando Pessoa is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Library


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Housing University Housing

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Services


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Universidade Fernando Pessoa's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Organisational Structure

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

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  • Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Science and Technology
  • Faculty of Health Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidade Fernando Pessoa Affiliations and Memberships

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Facebook Facebook

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidade Fernando Pessoa public or private?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa profit or non-profit?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa in terms of enrollment?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidade Fernando Pessoa in terms of academic staff?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Universidade Fernando Pessoa a coeducational institution?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidade Fernando Pessoa use?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 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 Universidade Fernando Pessoa affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa admit international students?

Yes.

What is Universidade Fernando Pessoa's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Universidade Fernando Pessoa UFP?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Universidade Fernando Pessoa UFP located?

Universidade Fernando Pessoa is located in Porto, Porto, Portugal. Address: Praça 9 de Abril, 349.

Is Universidade Fernando Pessoa UFP accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidade Fernando Pessoa is accredited by Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior (since 1996).

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa offer career services?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Universidade Fernando Pessoa have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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