Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Faculdade de Medicina

Overview

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Faculdade de Medicina is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. UFRJ was established in 1920, and the Faculdade de Medicina was founded in 1808, making it one of the oldest medical schools in Brazil. UFRJ has a total enrollment of approximately 60,000 students across all programs, though specific enrollment numbers for the medical school are not publicly available.

Programs Offered

UFRJ Faculdade de Medicina offers the following healthcare programs:
– Medicine
– Nursing
– Pharmacy
– Physiotherapy
– Biomedical Sciences

Accreditation

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

Rankings

As of 2023, UFRJ is ranked 601-650 in the QS World University Rankings.

Tuition Fees

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

Application Requirements

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

Enrollment

UFRJ has a total enrollment of approximately 60,000 students across all programs. Specific enrollment numbers for the medical school are not publicly available.

Contact Information

For undergraduate admissions:
Email: prograd@ufrj.br

For international student inquiries:
Email: dri@ufrj.br

Note

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