Universities in Brazil
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Brazil. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Brazilian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Brazil is home to 2,700 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 690 cities. Of these, 344 are public and 2,267 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Universidade de São Paulo (world rank #43). The oldest dates back to 1450. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Brazil?
Our directory lists 2700 universities and colleges in Brazil across 690 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Brazil?
Based on world ranking, Universidade de São Paulo is the highest-ranked institution in Brazil in our directory (world rank #43).
Are there public and private universities in Brazil?
Yes. Brazil has 344 public and 2267 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Brazil?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Brazil
Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Amapa
Macapá, Amapá, Brazil
Federal University of Western Bahia
Barreiras, Bahia, Brazil
Pitágoras University Centre of Maraba
Marabá, Pará, Brazil
Federal University of Amazonas
Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil
Promove Faculty of Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
University Centre Opet
Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
Persona Institute of Higher Education and Innovation
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
United Faculty of Vitória
Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil
Mackenzie Presbyterian Faculty of Brasília
Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brazil
Institute of Education and Culture of Maranhão
São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil
Faculty of Medicine of Paraiba
João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil
Faculty of Telêmaco Borba
Telêmaco Borba, Paraná, Brazil
Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Pernambuco
Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
Municipal Higher Education Institute of Catanduva
Catanduva, São Paulo, Brazil
Faculty of Ampere
Ampére, Paraná, Brazil
Esperança Institute of Higher Education
Santarém, Pará, Brazil
INSPER Teaching and Research Institute
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Paul VI Faculty of Philosophy and Theology
Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo, Brazil
CNEC Faculty of Nova Petropólis
Nova Petrópolis, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
University Centre of Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
