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Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC)

Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) is a public institution located in Brazil. A federal university in Fortaleza, founded in 1954 and a major research institution in Brazil's Northeast.

#904

Shanghai (ARWU)

#1402

QS World Rankings

#1604

Times Higher Ed.

#1303

Average ranking

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

Welcome to the dedicated profile of Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC), 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 do Ceará (UFC)

The Federal University of Ceará (UFC) is a public institution founded in 1954 in Fortaleza, capital of Ceará, and one of the leading universities of the Brazilian Northeast. It offers undergraduate programs in health — including medicine —, engineering, computing, exact sciences, humanities and social sciences, on campus and online, with campuses in Fortaleza and the cities of Sobral, Quixadá and Crateús. As a tuition-free federal university, it charges no fees for its programs; it is recognized for research in physics, meteorology and marine sciences, and holds a very broad range of CAPES-recognized master's and doctoral programs.

International rankings 2026

Average ranking

#1303

Average calculated from the world rankings

Shanghai (ARWU)

#904

Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai)

Times Higher Education

#1604

World university ranking by Times Higher Education

QS World University Rankings

#1402

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 (56)

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

Additional information

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

Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) 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 do Ceará (UFC)

Concise answers to prepare your application

Is Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) a public or private university?

Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) is a public institution located in Brazil.

What is the international ranking of Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC)?

Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) is ranked on average at position #1303 in international rankings. Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) is ranked #904 in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai/ARWU), which assesses the quality of research and academic output. Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) is ranked #1402 in the QS World University Rankings, which assesses academic and employer reputation. Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC) is ranked #1604 in the Times Higher Education ranking, which assesses the quality of teaching, research and internationalisation.

How do I apply to Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC)?

To apply to Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC), check the official website directly (https://www.ufc.br) for admission requirements, required documents and application deadlines.

Quick facts

Institution type

Public

Country

Brazil

Website

ufc.br

Average ranking

#1303

Last updated

8 octobre 2026

Rankings 2026

  • Shanghai (ARWU)#904
  • QS World Rankings#1402
  • Times Higher Ed.#1604

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