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University of Pernambuco

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world rank  3819

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Overview

Founded in 1990, the Universidade de Pernambuco (University of Pernambuco) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the metropolis of Recife (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Pernambuco. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade de Pernambuco (UPE) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade de Pernambuco (UPE) 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 34-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UPE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Pernambuco's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Pernambuco's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Pernambuco' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

University of Pernambuco's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) University of Pernambuco
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UPE
Founded 1990 Origins date back to 1966
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University Location

Address Avenida Agamenon Magalhães s/n - Santo Amaro
Recife
50100-010 Pernambuco
Brazil
University of Pernambuco's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Pernambuco Phone Number (81) 3183 3700
University of Pernambuco Fax Number (81) 3183 3771
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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 de Pernambuco 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 de Pernambuco's academic range and degree level offering.




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 de Pernambuco 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 de Pernambuco.



University of Pernambuco: 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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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

University of Pernambuco's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Pernambuco'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


University of Pernambuco's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


University of Pernambuco's Admission Office Admission Office






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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

University of Pernambuco's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Pernambuco's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Pernambuco's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Pernambuco's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Pernambuco's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported.


University of Pernambuco's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


University of Pernambuco's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Pernambuco 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


University of Pernambuco's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Pernambuco's Library


University of Pernambuco's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Pernambuco's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Pernambuco's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Pernambuco's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Pernambuco's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University of Pernambuco's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


University of Pernambuco's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Pernambuco's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


University of Pernambuco's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Pernambuco 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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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 de Pernambuco'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

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universidade de Pernambuco 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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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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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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