History
UFF was founded in 1960.
Education
There are a number of academic departments:
- Applied Social Sciences
- Engineering
- Health Sciences
- Language, Literature and Arts
- Humanities
- Physics, Mathematics and Earth Sciences
- Multidisciplinary Studies
- Biological Sciences
Research
UFF researchers develop cutting-edge projects and products in partnership with other universities around the globe.
- Urbanism and Inequalities
- Basic Research on Medical Chemistry
- Artificial Intelligence and Psychiatry
- Nutrition to chronic kidney disease patients
- Optimization of magnetic materials
- Optimization of delivery routes
- Electronic Materials and Magnetic Devices
- Strategic Applications in the Cloud
- Ocean currents and climate changes
- Virtual reality
- Cultural Literary Circulation
- Magnetic Molecular Material Applications
- Multilingualism for social inclusion
Fluminense Federal University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1201 Ranking
- 50 Scholarships
- 3,447 Academic Staff
- 72,975 Students
- Public Institution Type
Fluminense Federal University Overview
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Fluminense Federal University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Dropped 200 places compared to 2025
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
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 | 1001 | 1201 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 85 places compared to 2025
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
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1017 | 1153 | 1238 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1501 | - | 1501 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2025 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 801 | - | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
The Buddy Program for foreign students aims to promote the integration of foreign students with UFF students and with the university in general. Buddies are responsible for assisting the foreign student upon their arrival in Brazil by helping them with their adaptation to the Brazilian academic routine.
Housing services
As student residence is unavailable for foreign students at UFF, the International Cooperation Office provides students with a list of options of accommodation in Niterói, and puts them in contact with a network of former students who will be glad to share information on room and board available in the city.
Library services
The Universidade Federal Fluminense has currently over 20 libraries, housing a comprehensive collection for research and an array of electronic catalogues available on online.
Campus life
Its headquarters are located in the city of Niterói and its campuses can be found in various parts of the state of Rio de Janeiro, as a result of a strong decentralization policy. There is also an out-of-state campus in Oriximiná, in the Amazon rainforest.
Student clubs
At UFF, students are also encouraged to take part in extracurricular activities such as LGBTQI+ groups, religious meetings, women and race equality groups, athletics (sports associations), students’ associations, community outreach work, etc.
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Fluminense Federal University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 4 reviews
- 5 Star 2 Reviews
- 4 Star 1 Review
- 3 Star 0 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
I.R.
The grounds that UFF chooses to cover in the wide area of I.R. are exactly what I had wished for - I.R. theory, strategic studies, political economy and political theory occupy the better part of the course outline, and the topics are excellently presented. Its focus is defense strategy (INEST) and critical thinking. I wouldn't point it as the ideal instution for those aiming commercial areas. The OP classes offer varied subjects every year and were, in my perspective essential for discovering new passions and research possibilities. These are not necessarily so well-structured, though. My main issue is the same as it would be in pretty much any course in any federal institution: it is incredibly hard to keep up with if you have to make a living for yourself simultaneously. It's harder in I.R. for this is an elitist area, and some professors can make a mockery out of your need to work while studying. The complentary hours are also heavy to complete in this condition.
Excellent education
UFF is a nationally renowned university with emphasis on teaching areas such as Petroleum Engineering, a course in which I am graduating. With trained teachers and laboratories available to students, the course trains professionals ready to work in the job market.
Great college with amazing professors
They were four years of great learning in my life. I became a different person from the one who entered college—someone better and more prepared for life. I received lessons that I will never forget, and I can only be grateful for everything I experienced throughout my journey.