Universidade Federal de São Carlos (UFSCAR)

Overview

Universidade Federal de São Carlos (UFSCAR) is a public university located in São Carlos, São Paulo, Brazil, with additional campuses in Araras, Sorocaba, and Lagoa do Sino. UFSCAR was established in 1968, and the medical program was established later, though the specific year is not publicly available. UFSCAR has a total enrollment of approximately 25,000 students across all programs, though specific enrollment numbers for the medical program are not publicly available.

Programs Offered

UFSCAR offers the following healthcare programs:
– Medicine
– Nursing
– Gerontology
– Physiotherapy
– Occupational Therapy
– Health Sciences

Accreditation

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

Rankings

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

Tuition Fees

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

Application Requirements

Prospective students must meet the following criteria:
– Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
– Complete the Vestibular (UFSCAR 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. UFSCAR admits students of all genders and welcomes international applicants.

Enrollment

UFSCAR has a total enrollment of approximately 25,000 students across all programs. Specific enrollment numbers for the medical program are not publicly available.

Contact Information

For undergraduate admissions:
Email: coletanea@ufscar.br

For international student inquiries:
Email: sinter@ufscar.br

Note

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