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Overview

Universidade de Coimbra (University of Coimbra) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Coimbra, Portugal. Established in 1290, Universidade de Coimbra (UC) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior. UC provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as 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 736-year-old Portuguese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 40-49%. This places it among an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UC 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

University of Coimbra's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Coimbra's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Coimbra' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Coimbra's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Coimbra
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UC
Founded 1290
Motto Insignia Universitatis Conimbrigensis
To put a mark upon the whole Coimbra
Colours Green, black and white
Mascot

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Location

Address Paço das Escolas
Coimbra
3004-531 Coimbra
Portugal
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University of Coimbra Phone Number (239) 859 810
University of Coimbra Fax Number (239) 825 841
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Website

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University of Coimbra's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Coimbra is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2015


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior (A3ES)


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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 Coimbra 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 Coimbra Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Universidade de Coimbra: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes 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

University of Coimbra Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Coimbra Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Coimbra 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 Coimbra.



University of Coimbra: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 Coimbra Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Coimbra website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Coimbra Admission Info


University of Coimbra's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Coimbra's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Coimbra has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Coimbra's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely 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


University of Coimbra's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Coimbra has more than 4000 international students.


University of Coimbra's Admission Office Admission Office

Academic Services of UC, Colégio de Santa Rita, Rua da Ilha
Coimbra 3004-531
(239) 247 196
(239) 859 900

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

Size and Profile

University of Coimbra Size and Profile


University of Coimbra's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Coimbra has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

University of Coimbra's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Coimbra's Control Type Control Type

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


University of Coimbra's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Coimbra 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 Coimbra's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Coimbra's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Coimbra 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 Coimbra's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Coimbra is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Coimbra Facilities


University of Coimbra's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Coimbra's Library


University of Coimbra's Housing University Housing

Yes


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

Yes


University of Coimbra's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Coimbra Services


University of Coimbra's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Coimbra's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Coimbra's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Coimbra's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Coimbra's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Coimbra Organisational Structure

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

Universidade de Coimbra
  • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Sciences and Technology
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences
  • Faculty of Sport Sciences and Physical Education
  • College of Arts
  • Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
  • Institute of Nuclear Sciences Applied to Health

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Coimbra Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Coimbra Group
  • Utrecht Network
  • Association for Innovation and Biomedical Research on Light and Image (AIBILI)
  • Association for the Development of Industrial Aerodynamics (ADAI)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Coimbra public or private?

University of Coimbra 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 Coimbra profit or non-profit?

University of Coimbra 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 Coimbra in terms of enrollment?

University of Coimbra has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

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

University of Coimbra's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is University of Coimbra a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Coimbra use?

University of Coimbra 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 Coimbra affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Coimbra admit international students?

Yes. University of Coimbra has more than 4000 international students.

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

University of Coimbra's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. 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 University of Coimbra UC?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Coimbra UC located?

University of Coimbra is located in Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal. Address: Paço das Escolas.

Is University of Coimbra UC accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Coimbra is accredited by Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior (since 2015).

Does University of Coimbra offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Coimbra have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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