Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

The Federal University of Rio de Janeiro spreads across multiple campuses with facilities including nine medical centers, research laboratories, and specialized institutes.

Established in 1920, this institution became the first university created by the Federal Government of Brazil and opened its doors on September 7th.

The university maintains partnerships with over 200 international institutions, fostering academic exchanges and collaborative research projects across multiple disciplines.

Students have access to free inter-campus bus lines, university restaurants, medical centers, libraries, and bicycle rental services through the Integra UFRJ program.

The institution houses specialized laboratories dedicated to offshore oil research, featuring a substantial ocean basin for marine engineering studies.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Location: Cidade Universitária

Inception: September 7, 1920

Elevation above the sea: 12 m

Address: Avenida Pedro Calmon, nº 550 - Cidade Universitária da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-901

Website: https://ufrj.br/en

GPS coordinates: -22.86250,-43.22389

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19