Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About UFJF
Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF) — public non-profit university. It is located in Juiz de Fora, Brazil. As a member of Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB), Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX), OpenCourseWare Consortium (OCW), UFJF is actively working on developing the academic environment.
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, it is among top-1200. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), places the university in 1501 position in the world.
UFJF conducts research in many fields of study. For more information, visit the official site.
Location
Juiz de Fora, Brazil
Establishment year
1960
Students
21,068
International students
210
Female students
57%
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At UFJF, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, 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. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Local170USD/year
Foreign1,000USD/year
Master
Foreign1,000USD/year
Bachelor degree at UFJF
For admission to a bachelor's program, you must successfully pass the entrance exams.
The campus of the educational institution is located in Juiz de Fora. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. The educational institution provides students with everything for playing sports: from athletic grounds to various clubs.
Library
Yes
Sport Facilities
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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