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About UERJ

Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) — public non-profit university. It is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UERJ is working together with Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB), Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX), Associação Brasileira dos Reitores das Universidades Estaduais e Municipais (ABRUEM).

QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which UERJ is on top-1200. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 1501 position in the world.

UERJ does research in different fields of study and offers master programs.

Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Establishment year
1950
Students
22,427
International students
140
Female students
55%

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UERJ tuition fees

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at UERJ is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 170 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 1,000 USD. Thanks to scholarships, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.

Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor
Local170USD/year
Foreign1,000USD/year
Master
Local170USD/year
Foreign1,000USD/year

Bachelor degree at UERJ

Students are accepted to bachelor's programs at UERJ based on the results of entrance exams.

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UERJ campus

The campus of the educational institution is located in Rio de Janeiro. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at UERJ. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.

Library
Yes

What to do after graduation

There are many options to stay in the country after completing your studies at the university. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Detailed information can be found on the embassy website. Look for more immigration options in our article.

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