Campus Location
The Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Macaé Faculdade de Medicina is located in Macaé, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Healthcare Programs Offered
The faculty offers the following programs:
– An undergraduate medical program.
– Postgraduate and residency programs in various medical specialties.
Accreditation Status and Type
The institution is accredited by the Brazilian Ministry of Education (MEC) and is recognized by the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
QS World Ranking
The Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) holds the 383rd position in the QS World University Rankings 2024. Specific rankings for the Macaé Faculdade de Medicina are not separately listed.
Enrollment Numbers
Exact enrollment figures for the Macaé campus are not available. However, UFRJ as a whole enrolls approximately 67,000 students across all its campuses.
Tuition Fees
- Tuition is free for domestic students, as it is a public university.
- International students may be required to pay administrative fees.
Application Requirements
To apply, candidates must:
– Complete secondary education (Brazilian high school diploma or equivalent).
– Achieve qualifying scores in the Vestibular (Brazilian university entrance exam) or ENEM (National High School Exam).
– Demonstrate proficiency in Portuguese, which is mandatory for non-native speakers.
Year Established
UFRJ was established in 1920, and the Macaé Faculdade de Medicina was founded in 2006.
Medical Program Start Date
The medical program at the Macaé campus commenced in 2006.
Gender Admitted
Both male and female students are admitted to the programs.
Foreign Students Admitted
Foreign students are eligible for admission but must meet specific requirements, including Portuguese language proficiency and validation of academic credentials.
Admissions Contact Information
For admissions inquiries, contact: graduacao@medicina.ufrj.br.
For further details or updated information, it is recommended to contact the university directly or visit their official website.