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Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

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world rank  437

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Overview

Established in 1934, the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Porto Alegre (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Rio Grande do Sul. This institution also has a branch campus in Tramandaí. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 89-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UFRGS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
Acronym UFRGS
Founded 1934 Origins date back to 1895
Colours Blue and red
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University Location

Address Avenida Paulo Gama 110- Farroupilha
Porto Alegre
90040-060 Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul Phone Number +55 (51) 3308 3142
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul Fax Number +55 (51) 3308 3973
Other locations Tramandaí

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's admission information.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul has more than 300 international students.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Admission Office Admission Office

Avenida Paulo Gama 110 - Reitoria
Porto Alegre 90040-060
(51) 3308 3142


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,500-2,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Control Type Control Type

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul is a public higher education institution.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's main facilities:


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Library


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's main services:


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1934


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB)
  • Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's X (formerly Twitter) page Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's YouTube channel Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's Instagram page Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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Wikipedia

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Site last updated: Tuesday, 2 April 2024

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