Quick Summary
Universidade Estadual de Campinas (Unicamp), in Campinas, Brazil, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1966. Ranked #232 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 34650 students including 3.2% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Dentistry, Petroleum Engineering, Agriculture & Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 10.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Consistently ranked among the top 3 universities in Latin America, offering free education at the highest academic level with unparalleled research infrastructure.
Subject Strengths
DentistryPetroleum EngineeringAgriculture & ForestryPharmacy & PharmacologyEducation
Founded1966
TypePublic
Total Students34650
Intl Students3.2%
Faculty Ratio13.5
CampusSuburban
Campus Size3.5 million square meters
Affiliated HospitalsHospital de Clínicas (HC) Unicamp,Hospital da Mulher Prof. Dr. José Aristodemo Pinotti (CAISM),Centro de Hematologia e Hemoterapia (Hemocentro)
AccreditationMinistry of Education (MEC), Brazil
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#232
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master's,Doctorate,Extension Programs
Programs
153
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
CPQBA (Multidisciplinary Center for Chemical, Biological and Agricultural Research),NICS (Interdisciplinary Nucleus for Sound Communication),NEPA (Nucleus for Food Research and Studies)
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 Rate10.5%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATAccepted for International Seats (Vagas Internacionais)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August (for Vestibular)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · May (for mid-year entries)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily through the 'Vestibular Unicamp', a highly competitive exam. International students should look for specific selection processes or the SAT-based admission pathway.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$32,500/yr
per year · BRL
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$32,710/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master's,Doctorate,Extension Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Chemical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biological Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh placement through Career Services and Inova Unicamp
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Campinas tech hub (Silicon Valley of Brazil) and companies like SamsungPetrobrasand Dell.
Notable Alumni
Paulo Freire (Former Professor),Ciro Gomes,Marcelo Gleiser,Regina Duarte
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic Swimming Pool,Gymnasiums,Athletics Track,Multisport Courts
Student Clubs
Academic Directorates,Junior Companies,Baja Unicamp,Unicamp Coral
Library Resources
Sistema de Bibliotecas da Unicamp (SBU) with 22 specialized libraries and over 1 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
Agreements with over 300 universities worldwide through DERI (International Relations Office).
Summer Programs
Portuguese Language and Brazilian Culture for Foreigners.