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Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte

country rank  98
world rank  4070

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Overview

Established in 1968, the Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (Rio Grande do Norte State University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Mossoró (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Rio Grande do Norte. This institution also has branch campuses in Assu, Pau dos Ferros, Patu and Natal. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (UERN) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (UERN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 56-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UERN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Rio Grande do Norte State University
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UERN
Founded 1968
Motto Liber VI Spiritus
Colours
Mascot
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University Location

Address Rua Almino Afonso 478 - Centro
Mossoró
59610-210 Rio Grande do Norte
Brazil
Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte Phone Number (84) 3315 2139
Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte Fax Number (84) 3315 2108
Other locations Assu, Pau dos Ferros, Patu and Natal

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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 Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte 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 Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte.



Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte: 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

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 Information

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Admission Office Admission Office

Rua Almino Afonso, 478 Centro
Mossoro 59610-210



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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Library


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Conselho de Reitores das Universidades Brasileiras (CRUB)
  • Rede Nacional de Extensão (RENEX)
  • Associação Brasileira dos Reitores das Universidades Estaduais e Municipais (ABRUEM)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines 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 divisions and a more streamlined 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 Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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