Quick Summary
Since 1968, Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) has been one of Brazil's prominent public (federal)s, based in São Carlos. Ranked #721-730 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 25500 students including 1.2% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Brazil's top-ranked public universities, offering tuition-free high-quality education and high research output.
Subject Strengths
Materials ScienceChemical EngineeringChemistryEducationBiological Sciences
Founded1968
TypePublic (Federal)
Total Students25500
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusSuburban
Campus Size6.4 million m²
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitário da UFSCar (HU-UFSCar)
AccreditationMinistry of Education (MEC), Brazil
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#721-730
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
64 undergraduate programs, 54 master's programs, 44 doctoral programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Center of Excellence for Research in Sustainable Chemistry (CERSusChem), Functional Materials Development Center (CDMF)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (MEC), Brazil
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January (via SiSU)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June (via SiSU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily based on the ENEM national exam score through the SISU platform. High performance in math and natural sciences is critical for engineering and STEM fields.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$25,000/yr
per year · BRL
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$25,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidFederal assistance programs for low-income students (PNAES)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 64 undergraduate programs, 54 master's programs, 44 doctoral programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Materials Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Physics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Chemistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Nursing | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Strong links with Brazilian industry hubsparticularly in ceramic engineering and biotechnology.
Notable Alumni
Tarcísio de Freitas (Governor of São Paulo), leading research scientists in Latin America.
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, sports courts, gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Academic Centers, Athletics, Junior Enterprises
Library Resources
Community Library (BCo) with one of the largest collections in the interior of São Paulo state.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available