Quick Summary
Since 1960, Universidade Federal Fluminense has been one of Brazil's prominent publics, based in Niterói. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 47200 students including 1.2% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Physics and Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Tuition-free education, high research output, and strategic location in the Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area.
Subject Strengths
DentistryVeterinary SciencePhysics and AstronomyHistorySociology
Founded1960
TypePublic
Total Students47200
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusUrban / Multi-campus
Campus Size23 campuses across the state
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitário Antônio Pedro (HUAP)
AccreditationMinistério da Educação (MEC), Brazil
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
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
125 undergraduate programs, 128 graduate programs
Programs
44
PhD Programs
Yes (via CEDERJ consortium)
Online Programs
105
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministério da Educação (MEC), Brazil
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12.5%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January (SISU window)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June (SISU window)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily via the ENEM exam and SISU portal. Strong performance in the Natural Sciences and Humanities modules of ENEM is recommended for top-tier programs like Medicine and Law.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$32,000/yr
per year · BRL
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$32,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,100
Financial AidYes (PNAES - National Student Assistance Program)
Work-StudyYes (Iniciação Científica, Monitoria, and Extension grants)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 125 undergraduate programs, 128 graduate programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dentistry | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| History | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Cinema | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh via UFF Carreiras portal and local industry partnerships
Industry Connections
PetrobrasFINEPCNPqValeand State of Rio de Janeiro Public Departments
Notable Alumni
Eduardo Paes (Mayor of Rio), Glória Perez (Writer), Leonardo Picciani (Politician)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Student Residence in Niterói)
Sports Facilities
University gymnasiums, Olympic swimming pool (Gragoatá), and multi-sport courts
Student Clubs
Academic Directories (DAs), Athletics Associations, Junior Enterprises
Library Resources
Integrated Library System (SIBI/UFF) with over 30 physical libraries and digital repositories
Exchange Programs
Yes (Erasmus+, BRAFITEC, and bilateral agreements globally)
Summer Programs
Yes (Cursos de Verão in Mathematics, Physics, and Biological Sciences)