Quick Summary
Since 1950, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) has been one of Brazil's prominent public (state)s, based in Rio de Janeiro. Ranked #951-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 1.5% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Law, Medicine, Oceanography, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Brazil's top 10 universities with a strong reputation for social justice and academic excellence in Rio.
Subject Strengths
LawMedicineOceanographySocial SciencesPhilosophy
Founded1950
TypePublic (State)
Total Students28500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus Size700,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto (HUPE), Policlínica Piquet Carneiro
AccreditationMinistério da Educação (MEC) Brazil
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#951-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Specialization
Programs
63
PhD Programs
Distance learning degrees via CEDERJ consortium
Online Programs
Over 500 research groups, including IBRAG and IESP
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministério da Educação (MEC) Brazil
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8.5%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December (Vestibular Exam)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June (Qualification Exam)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is strictly through the UERJ Vestibular system which requires specific qualification exams before the final discursive exam.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$36,000/yr
per year · BRL
Application Fee
$20
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$36,115/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableBolsa Permanência, IC Research Grants
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidQuota system and socioeconomic assistance for low-income students
Work-StudyInternships within university administrative departments
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Masters, PhD, Specialization programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Oceanography | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$12,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Rio-based multinational companies and public sector
Industry Connections
Strong in Oil & GasLegal Servicesand Public Health
Notable Alumni
Luís Roberto Barroso, Luiz Fux, Heloísa Buarque de Hollanda
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Maracanã campus athletic facilities and multi-sport courts
Student Clubs
Academic Directories (DAs), Athletics, Cultural Groups
Library Resources
Rede Sirius (25 physical libraries and digital repository)
Exchange Programs
Agreements with universities in Portugal, France, and Spain
Summer Programs
Occasional specialized extension courses