Quick Summary
Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie, in São Paulo, Brazil, is a private, non-profit (confessional) that has shaped higher education since 1870. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 38500 students including 1.5% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Law, Architecture & Urbanism, Business & Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Brazil's most prestigious private institutions with a powerful alumni network and top-tier facilities in the heart of São Paulo.
Subject Strengths
LawArchitecture & UrbanismBusiness & ManagementPsychologyCivil Engineering
Founded1870
TypePrivate, Non-profit (Confessional)
Total Students38500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Education (MEC) - Brazil, AACSB (Business), RIBA (Architecture)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Lato Sensu Graduate, Stricto Sensu Graduate (Master's and PhD), Distance Learning
Programs
Architecture and Urbanism, Business Administration, Education, Law, Electrical Engineering and Computing, Letters, Developmental Disorders
PhD Programs
Business Administration, Pedagogy, Marketing, Human Resources, Accounting, International Business
Online Programs
MackGraphe (Graphene and Nanomaterials Research Center), CRAAM (Center for Radio Astronomy and Astrophysics)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (MEC) - Brazil, AACSB (Business), RIBA (Architecture)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily via the 'Vestibular' exam or ENEM scores. Focus on the specific subjects weighted for your chosen course.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
UG Tuition
R$32,500/yr
per year · BRL
Living Cost
R$35,000/yr
per year · BRL
PG Tuition
R$27,500/yr
per year · BRL
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$67,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableProUni, Merit-based, Socio-economic aid, FIES
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidFederal financing (FIES) and Mackenzie's own installment plans
Work-StudyMonitoria, Research grants (PIBIC), Administrative internships
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Lato Sensu Graduate, Stricto Sensu Graduate (Master's and PhD), Distance Learning programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Advertising | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with major law firms and multinational corporations in São Paulo
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with MicrosoftGoogleSamsung (via MackCloud)and major Brazilian banks
Notable Alumni
Oscar Niemeyer, Paulo Mendes da Rocha, Robert Scheidt, Emerson Fittipaldi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
No (University managed off-campus partnerships available)
Sports Facilities
Multi-sports gym, athletic tracks, aquatic center (Higienópolis campus)
Student Clubs
Academic Directories, Junior Enterprises, Mackenzie Debating Society, Athletic Associations
Library Resources
George Alexander Library, digital databases (EBSCO, ProQuest), specialized law and architecture collections
Exchange Programs
Over 150 agreements with universities in 30+ countries including USA, Portugal, and Germany
Summer Programs
Portuguese for Foreigners, Brazilian Business Environment