Established in 1934, USP is a public state university and the largest institution dedicated to higher education and research in Brazil.
In the brazilian system, the public free education is the one that holds the highest quality at teaching, research and extention, the tringle that drives the country public universities which reflects on the wide access and quality within all leves.
The University of São Paulo (USP) hosts approximately 100,000 students, 13,000 administrative and support staff, and 5,200 professors across eight campuses in the State of São Paulo. Deeply integrated with the local community, the university operates several hospitals, museums, and public services that benefit society. Its activities range from groundbreaking scientific research and cultural programs to innovative health care services and therapies.
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Whether you’re an undergraduate, postgraduate, researcher, or staff from a partner institution, you’ll find tailored entry paths and procedures designed for your profile. Explore the starting points for all admission and onboarding information at our university.
USP participates in global academic networks and maintains strategic partnership programs with renowned institutions in Brazil and abroad, fostering innovation and collaborative efforts to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Inspired by visitor centers at universities such as Harvard, Stanford, and UC Davis in the United States, this is an interactive space designed to foster activities related to internationalization and cutting-edge educational technologies.
The International Office is engaged in language teaching initiatives at USP, aimed at strengthening the language skills of undergraduate and graduate students, while also offering professional development courses for faculty.
