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Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre

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world rank  5614

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Overview

Founded in 1953, the Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre (Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre) 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. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre (UFCSPA) 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 70-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UFCSPA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Control Typepublic

Entity

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

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Name Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre
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Campus Location

Address Rua Sarmento Leite 245 - Centro
Porto Alegre
90050-170 Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil
Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre Phone Number +55 (51) 3303 9000
Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre Fax Number +55 (51) 3303 8810

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

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 Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre'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 Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre'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 Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre.

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre: 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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Admission Info

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 Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's admission information.

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre has more than 40 international students.

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Admission Office Admission Office






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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre.

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre has an enrollment range of 4,000-4,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Control Type Control Type

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre is a public higher education institution.


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Entity Type Entity Type

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre is a non-profit higher education institution.


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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Religious Affiliation

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's main facilities:


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Library


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Housing University Housing

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Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's main services:


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Career Services Career Services

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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Federal University of Health Sciences, Porto Alegre's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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 Divisions

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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

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Free Online Courses

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