Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About UFPB
Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB) — public non-profit university. It is located in Joao Pessoa, Brazil. UFPB is a part of Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB), Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX).
According to QS International University Ranking, the institution is among the top-1400 in the world.
UFPB carries out research in several scientific areas.
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at UFPB is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UFPB for local citizens starts from 172 USD per year. For international students, the cost of study differs — from 1,000 USD. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Local172USD/year
Foreign1,000USD/year
Master
Foreign1,000USD/year
Bachelor degree at UFPB
Only students who successfully pass the entrance exams are admitted to bachelor's programs.
The campus of UFPB is urban. This means that students study closely to the sights and the entire recreational infrastructure of the city. This type of campus gives students more options for internships and part-time jobs. The university has a library where students can do their homework, write scientific papers or just read interesting books. Not only locals study at UFPB, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.
Campus Type
Urban
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. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
