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
Mais Faculty of Ituiutaba
Ituiutaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Future Faculty
Votuporanga, São Paulo, Brazil
University Centre Gama and Souza
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Catholic Faculty of Rio Grande do Norte
Mossoró, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Magsul Faculties
Ponta Porã, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
University Centre of Northern São Paulo
São José do Rio Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
Faculty of Santos Dumont
Santos Dumont, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Evangelical Faculty of Piauí
Teresina, Piauí, Brazil
Santa Marcelina Faculty in Muriaé
Muriaé, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Faculty of Accounting and Administrative Sciences of Camaqua
Camaquã, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Saint Francis Faculty of Education
Pedreiras, Maranhão, Brazil
University Centre of Curitiba
Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
University of Rio Verde
Rio Verde, Goiás, Brazil
Faculty of Apucarana
Apucarana, Paraná, Brazil
IEducare Faculty
Tianguá, Ceará, Brazil
Materdei Institute of Higher Education
Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil
Carlos Drummond de Andrade University Centre
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Faculty of Human Sciences of Fortaleza
Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil
Teaching and Research Institute of the Sírio-Libanês Hospital
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Hélio Alonso Integrated Faculties
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
