Established in 1971, the Universidade Castelo Branco (Castelo Branco University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Rio de Janeiro (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has branch campuses in Penha, Marechal Hermes, Recreio and Centro. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade Castelo Branco (UCB) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade Castelo Branco (UCB) 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 53-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. UCB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name (English) | Castelo Branco University |
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Name | Castelo Branco University |
Colours | Red, blue and white |
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Address | Avenida Santa Cruz 1631 - Realengo Rio de Janeiro 21710-250 Rio de Janeiro Brazil |
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+55 (21) 3216 7700 | |
+55 (21) 2401 9696 | |
Other locations | Penha, Marechal Hermes, Recreio and Centro |
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The following Castelo Branco University'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 Castelo Branco University's academic range and degree level offering.
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over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) |
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) |
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uniRank publishes below some basic Castelo Branco University's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Castelo Branco University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
Castelo Branco University'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 Castelo Branco University.
Castelo Branco University has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).
Castelo Branco University is a private higher education institution.
Castelo Branco University 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.
Castelo Branco University does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Castelo Branco University'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 Castelo Branco University's main services:
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This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
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Castelo Branco University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1995
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