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Federal University of Goiás

Goiânia, Brazil
Global Rank Top 25% • #1567 of 6.7k
  • 0 Bachelor's
  • 24
  • 4.3
  • Top 50% in BR

Federal University of Goiás About

The Universidade Federal de Goiás (UFG) is a federal public institution of higher education created in 1960. Currently, it has over 28,000 students distributed in four campuses all over Goiás: Aparecida de Goiânia (1), Goiânia (2) and Goiás (1).

History

The Federal University of Goiás was founded in 1960 with 102 undergraduate courses and more than 28 thousand students

Education

There are a number of faculties:

  • Faculdade De Administração, Contabilidade E Economia
  • Escola De Agronomi
  • Faculdade De Artes Visuais
  • Escola De Musica E Artes Cenicas
  • Faculdade De Informação E Comunicação
  • Instituto De Ciencias Biologicas
  • Instituto De Patologia Tropical E Saude Publica
  • Instituto De Informatica
  • Instituto De Estudos Socio-Ambientais
  • Instituto De Ciencias Biologicas
  • Faculdade De Direito
  • and more

Research

Research Groups:

  • 1880 faculty members own a PHD;
  • 472 research groups registered in CNPq (National Counsel of Technological and Scientific Development).

Federal University of Goiás Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #1338 Ranking
  • 24 Scholarships
  • 2,500 Academic Staff
  • 28,000 Students
  • Public Institution Type

Federal University of Goiás Overview

Federal University of Goiás Scholarships

Federal University of Goiás Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to Federal University of Goiás. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2027
Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship
Need-based

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based

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Wells Mountain Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
Mental Health Education Annual Scholarship

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Seasons in Malibu
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
02 Feb 2027
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available

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Federal University of Goiás Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

#23 of 51 Ranked Universities in Brazil
#1567 of 6.7k Ranked Universities Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

Best Global Universities Rankings

1338

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 95 places compared to 2026

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2025 2026 2027
1287 1243 1338

World University Rankings

No 2027 Ranking

By Times Higher Education

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2025 2026 2027
- 1501 -

QS World University Rankings

No 2027 Ranking

By TopUniversities

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2025 2026 2027
1401 - -

Library services

Integrated System of Libraries (Sibi/UFG) composed by 9 units, distributed in the UFG campuses through a single database (software SophiA);

  • 43,000 active users;
  • 55,000 lendings/month;
  • 575,000 printed itens and 10,749 itens in e-books collection;
  • UFG Journal Portal (28 eletronic journals published by UFG).

Campus life

The UFG has its headquarters at Samambaia Campus, in Goiânia, the capital of the State of Goiás. The capital is strategically located in Brazil's Midwest, approximately 126 miles (200 kilometers) from Brasília, Brazil’s capital.

Sports facilities

The College of Physical Education and Dance in Goiânia has an area of approximately 100,000 m² including, among others, one official football field with grass, five outdoors sports courts, one indoor sports court, one olympic pool, one children's pool, one official running track, one gymansium for gymnastics and wrestling. It develops a program aiming to reduce the distance between university and society through offering opportunities for swimming, volleyball, dancing, wrestiling, gymnastics, yoga and others;

Federal University of Goiás Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Brazil Country
Goiás City

Federal University of Goiás Student Reviews & Awards

4.3

Based on 3 reviews

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  • 3 Star
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5/5

My Experience at the Federal University of Goiás

My experience at the Federal University of Goiás was truly memorable. Over time, I learned to see the world with different eyes, realizing the existence of a more socially aware world, where people fight for their rights and constantly seek improvements. The university offers a variety of opportunities through extension activities, allowing students to engage with real societal issues. Additionally, there is a wide range of extracurricular activities that contribute to both personal and academic development. The professors are critical thinkers and committed to teaching. Although there are some exceptions, as in any institution, the vast majority are highly qualified professionals. If a student shows interest in learning, the faculty is always willing to generously share their knowledge. The university's infrastructure is good, with amenities such as a gym, elevators, and other accessibility features that ensure a comfortable environment for everyone. However, in terms of hygiene items, the university sometimes falls short, mainly due to reliance on government funding.

Posted by M D
Studied from Aug 2016 - Jan 2022
Posted on Feb 2025
4/5

review

the university is so good. the teachers are the best

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Apr 2016 - Aug 2026
Posted on Dec 2025
4/5

The experience at the federal university of goiás

My experience at the Federal University of Goias was very rewarding. The university has important research facilities and qualified professors in the most diverse areas. The biotechnology course is a relatively recent course at the university (around 14 years old) however it is extremely prepared and has many laboratory classes.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Mar 2018 - Apr 2023
Posted on Jan 2024
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