Castelo Branco University - Rio de Janeiro
(UCB)
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private
nonprofit
higher education institution in Brazil.
UCB opened its doors in 1973. The university campus is of urban type and is located in the vicinity of Rio de Janeiro.
Application process and the cost of tuition. The applicant must provide the document of previous academic performance as well as the results of the examinations. Traditionally the academic year is divided into semesters like in many other universities of Brazil. A wide range of online courses is available for the students of UCB.
The composition of the university. Castelo Branco University - Rio de Janeiro is average in size with a capacity of 15 thousand students. More than 2500 teachers are employed by the university. To learn more about the students and alumni of the university you can visit the university’s social media pages: Twitter, Youtube, Linkedin.
Infrastructure of UCB. There is a library on the campus. The students can live on campus if the apply for a dormitory room. The university is a member of Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB).
Application process and the cost of tuition. The applicant must provide the document of previous academic performance as well as the results of the examinations. Traditionally the academic year is divided into semesters like in many other universities of Brazil. A wide range of online courses is available for the students of UCB.
The composition of the university. Castelo Branco University - Rio de Janeiro is average in size with a capacity of 15 thousand students. More than 2500 teachers are employed by the university. To learn more about the students and alumni of the university you can visit the university’s social media pages: Twitter, Youtube, Linkedin.
Infrastructure of UCB. There is a library on the campus. The students can live on campus if the apply for a dormitory room. The university is a member of Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB).
| Ranking | 8913 359 |
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| Country | Brazil |
| City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Bachelor (citizens) | 3,581 USD/year. |
| Master (citizens) | 3,581 USD/year. |
| Living expenses | $525 -1,045 USD/month |
| Official Website | www.castelobranco.br |
General information
| Finance type | Nonprofit |
| Organization type | Private |
| Established | 1973 |
| Abbreviation | UCB |
| Teachers | 2,499 |
| Students | 14,999 |
| Religion | None |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Admission | Based on grades and examinations |
| Gender limitation | No limits |
| Campus type | Urban |
| Housing | Available |
| Distance learning | Available |
| Library | Available |
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Accreditation • Ministério da Educação, Brazil |
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Affiliations • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB) |
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Rankings
| World ranking | 8913 |
| Country ranking | 359 |
| International rankings | |
|---|---|
| UniPage World University Ranking | 8913 |
Cost of living in Rio de Janeiro
| Expenses - USD/Month | Min. | Med. |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | 230 | 373 |
| Food | 136 | 277 |
| Transportation | 41 | 89 |
| Communications and utilities | 69 | 88 |
| Clothing | 23 | 89 |
| Sports and leisure | 26 | 130 |
| Total | 525 | 1,045 |
| Accommodation in Rio de Janeiro | USD/Month |
|---|---|
| Shared room outside of centre | 232 |
| Shared room in city centre | 376 |
| 1 bedroom apartment outside of centre | 361 |
| 1 bedroom apartment in city centre | 536 |
Alternative title
| old | Universidade Castelo Branco |