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Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)

Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) is a public institution located in Brazil. A large federal university in Belo Horizonte, dating from 1927 and one of Brazil's very best.

#502

Shanghai (ARWU)

#600

QS World Rankings

#801

Times Higher Ed.

#634

Average ranking

Informational note: this page is an independent descriptive profile of Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), provided for information only and not affiliated with the institution or its official representatives.

Welcome to the dedicated profile of Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), a public institution located in Brazil.

Whether you are a future student looking for your ideal academic path or simply curious to discover this university, you will find here essential information about this institution: its international rankings, tuition fees, programs and the useful steps to study there.

About Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)

The Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) is a public institution whose origins go back to 1927, based in Belo Horizonte, capital of Minas Gerais. It is one of Brazil's largest and best universities. It offers undergraduate programs across all fields of knowledge — health, engineering, exact sciences, humanities, the arts and technology — on campus and online. As a tuition-free federal university, it produces top-tier national research, operates university hospitals and holds a very broad portfolio of CAPES-recognized master's and doctoral programs.

International rankings 2026

Average ranking

#634

Average calculated from the world rankings

Shanghai (ARWU)

#502

Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai)

Times Higher Education

#801

World university ranking by Times Higher Education

QS World University Rankings

#600

World university ranking by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds)

About the rankings

Global university rankings evaluate higher education institutions according to different criteria:

  • Shanghai (ARWU) : focused on research and academic output.
  • Times Higher Education : assesses teaching, research and internationalisation.
  • QS World University Rankings : considers academic and employer reputation.
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Programs offered (57)

Civil EngineeringNursingSoftware EngineeringGeologyStatisticsEnvironmental SciencesBusiness LawMathematicsEconomicsData ScienceEducation SciencesChemical EngineeringPhilosophyTourism and HospitalityMedicineVeterinary MedicineComputer ScienceAnthropologyNutrition and DieteticsPhysicsArchitectureCinemaPsychologyManagementPharmacySociologyArts and DesignSocial WorkBiologyLanguages and LiteratureAeronautics and AerospaceElectrical EngineeringPhysiotherapyFinanceJournalismCybersecurityCommunicationPublic HealthRoboticsAudiovisual ProductionUrban PlanningDentistryIndustrial EngineeringArtificial IntelligenceHistoryChemistryInternational RelationsMarketingAgricultureMechanical EngineeringPolitical SciencesAccounting and AuditingLawBiotechnologyRenewable EnergiesEnvironmental EngineeringEntrepreneurship

Additional information

Choosing a university is an important decision that can shape your academic and professional future.

Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) offers a stimulating learning environment where students can develop their skills and pursue their passions.

To make an informed decision, we recommend that you:

  • Visit the campus if possible or explore the available virtual tours,
  • Contact the admissions office directly for specific questions,
  • Talk to alumni or current students,
  • Review the study programs to make sure they match your goals,
  • Find out about funding and scholarship opportunities.

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Frequently asked questions about Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)

Concise answers to prepare your application

Is Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) a public or private university?

Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) is a public institution located in Brazil.

What is the international ranking of Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)?

Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) is ranked on average at position #634 in international rankings. Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) is ranked #502 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai/ARWU), which assesses the quality of research and academic output. Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) is ranked #600 in the QS World University Rankings, which assesses academic and employer reputation. Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) is ranked #801 in the Times Higher Education ranking, which assesses the quality of teaching, research and internationalisation.

How do I apply to Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)?

To apply to Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), check the official website directly (https://www.ufmg.br) for admission requirements, required documents and application deadlines.

Quick facts

Institution type

Public

Country

Brazil

Website

ufmg.br

Average ranking

#634

Last updated

8 octobre 2026

Rankings 2026

  • Shanghai (ARWU)#502
  • QS World Rankings#600
  • Times Higher Ed.#801

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