Quick Summary
Universidade Federal de Uberlândia, in Uberlândia, Brazil, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1969. The institution enrolls approximately 32000 students, with 1.2% being international. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Engineering, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UFU is one of Brazil's top federal institutions, offering tuition-free high-quality education and significant research opportunities in a thriving economic region.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryEngineeringMedicineBiological Sciences
Founded1969
TypePublic
Total Students32000
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio15.5
CampusUrban/Regional (Multi-campus)
Campus Size780 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHospital de Clínicas da UFU (HC-UFU)
Accreditationundefined
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
Not Available
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
78
Programs
30
PhD Programs
5
Online Programs
42
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
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Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June (SiSU 2nd Cycle)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January (SiSU 1st Cycle)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admissions are primarily through the National High School Exam (ENEM) via the SiSU system. High scores in Mathematics and Natural Sciences are required for Engineering and Medicine.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$24,000/yr
per year · BRL
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$24,170/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 78 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Veterinary Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Odontology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong links with the regional agribusiness and logistics sector in the Triângulo Mineiro.
Notable Alumni
Cássio Antônio (Engineer), Various Federal Judges and Regional Politicians
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University gymnasiums, Olympic swimming pools, and athletic tracks
Student Clubs
Academic Directorates, Athletics Associations, and Junior Enterprises
Library Resources
System of 9 libraries with extensive digital and physical collections
Exchange Programs
Brafitec, Erasmus+, and bilateral agreements with over 100 institutions
Summer Programs
Not Available