Universidade Federal de Pelotas (UFPel) Faculdade de Medicina

Overview

Universidade Federal de Pelotas (UFPel) Faculdade de Medicina is a medical school located in Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. UFPel was established in 1969, and the Faculdade de Medicina was established later, though the specific year is not publicly available. UFPel has a total enrollment of approximately 26,000 students across all programs, though specific enrollment numbers for the medical school are not publicly available.

Programs Offered

UFPel Faculdade de Medicina offers the following healthcare programs:
– Medicine
– Nursing
– Pharmacy
– Physiotherapy
– Dentistry
– Nutrition

Accreditation

UFPel is accredited by the Brazilian Ministry of Education (MEC), ensuring compliance with national educational standards.

Rankings

As of 2023, UFPel is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings.

Tuition Fees

Undergraduate programs, including medical and health-related programs, are free of charge as UFPel is a public university.

Application Requirements

Prospective students must meet the following criteria:
– Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
– Complete the Vestibular (UFPel entrance exam) or ENEM (National High School Exam).
– Provide proof of Portuguese proficiency (for international students).
– Submit an application form and pay the application fee.

Admissions

The medical program typically begins in March each year. UFPel Faculdade de Medicina admits students of all genders and welcomes international applicants.

Enrollment

UFPel has a total enrollment of approximately 26,000 students across all programs. Specific enrollment numbers for the medical school are not publicly available.

Contact Information

For undergraduate admissions:
Email: prograd@ufpel.edu.br

For international student inquiries:
Email: dri@ufpel.edu.br

Note

For the most accurate and updated information, it is recommended to contact the university directly.