Founded in 1996, the Universidade Fernando Pessoa (University Fernando Pessoa) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Porto (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Ponte de Lima. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal (Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education of Portugal), Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Portuguese higher education institution. Universidade Fernando Pessoa (UFP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 28-year-old Portuguese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UFP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name (English) | University Fernando Pessoa |
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Name | University Fernando Pessoa |
Colours | Yellow and dark green |
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Address | Praça 9 de Abril, 349 Porto 4249-004 Porto Portugal |
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+351 (22) 507 1300 | |
+351 (22) 550 8269 | |
Other locations | Ponte de Lima |
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The following University Fernando Pessoa'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 University Fernando Pessoa's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
International students |
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
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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.
uniRank publishes below some basic University Fernando Pessoa's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has University Fernando Pessoa a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
University Fernando Pessoa's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University Fernando Pessoa.
University Fernando Pessoa has an enrollment range of 4,000-4,999 students making it a small-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).
University Fernando Pessoa is a private higher education institution.
University Fernando Pessoa is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
University Fernando Pessoa does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of University Fernando Pessoa's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of University Fernando Pessoa's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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University Fernando Pessoa is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior, Portugal
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1996
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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.
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