Quick Summary
Since 1912, Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR) has been one of Brazil's prominent publics, based in Curitiba. Ranked #701-710 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 45000 students including 1.5% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Biological Sciences, Engineering - Civil and Structural, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Brazil's most traditional universities, offering tuition-free high-quality education and leadership in research across South Brazil.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryBiological SciencesEngineering - Civil and StructuralEnvironmental SciencesVeterinary Science
Founded1912
TypePublic
Total Students45000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio13
CampusUrban / Multi-campus
Campus SizeMultiple campuses across Paraná State
Affiliated HospitalsHospital de Clínicas da UFPR (HC-UFPR),Maternidade Victor Ferreira do Amaral
AccreditationMinistério da Educação (MEC), Brazil
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#701-710
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
Undergraduate,Master's,PhD,Residencies,Specializations
Programs
92
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
50
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 Rate12.5%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August (Main Entrance Exam - Vestibular)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January (SiSU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily through the Vestibular (UFPR's own exam) or the national SiSU system. International students should apply through the PEC-G program or specific institutional cooperation agreements. Portuguese proficiency (Celpe-Bras) is required.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$28,000/yr
per year · BRL
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$28,195/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,100
Financial AidNational Student Assistance Program (PNAES)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master's,PhD,Residencies,Specializations programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Agronomy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Forestry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$11,500
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh internship availability in the Curitiba industrial hub and state agricultural sectors.
Industry Connections
Renault-NissanVolvoPetrobrasBoticário GroupEmbraer
Notable Alumni
Ciro Gomes,Jaime Lerner,Paulo Leminski,Álvaro Dias
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CEU (Centro de Educação Física e Desportos)
Student Clubs
Academic Centers, Athletic Associations, DCE UFPR
Library Resources
Sistema de Bibliotecas (SiBi/UFPR) with over 1.2 million titles.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,AUGM (Asociación de Universidades Grupo Montevideo),Santander Universities
Summer Programs
Not Available