Federal University of Rio de JaneiroAdmission Requirements 2025
Brazil's Historic Academic Excellence - 200+ Years of Innovation, ENEM-Based Admission & Carioca Spirit
Academic Requirements
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro admission standards through ENEM and SiSU
ENEM Score Requirements
Highly Competitive Programs
Standard Programs
Brazilian Academic System
High School Requirements
- Complete Ensino Médio (3 years)
- Mathematics: Strong foundation required
- Portuguese: Native-level proficiency
- Sciences: Comprehensive coverage
Grade Scale Conversion
Language Requirements
Portuguese Proficiency
- CELPE-BrasIntermediário Superior
- PEC-G CertificateAdvanced Level
- ENEM Portuguese550+ points
International Students
- Portuguese preparatory course available
- CELPE-Bras exam preparation
- Academic Portuguese support
- English programs in select areas
Academic Excellence in Rio
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro's distinguished schools and research institutes
Leading Schools & Faculties
Medicine (FM)
Historic medical school with excellent training
Engineering (Poli)
Comprehensive engineering programs
Economics (FE)
Leading economics and business studies
Research Excellence Areas
Ocean Sciences
Marine research and coastal studies
Energy Research
Oil & gas, renewable energy studies
Public Health
Tropical diseases and epidemiology
Social Sciences
Brazilian society and culture studies
Application Process & SiSU
Complete guide to UFRJ admission through SiSU system and ENEM scores
Important Deadlines
SiSU Process
- 1
ENEM Exam
Take ENEM in November
- 2
SiSU Registration
Register on SiSU portal
- 3
Course Selection
Choose up to 2 programs
- 4
Selection Process
Automated ENEM-based selection
- 5
Enrollment
Complete registration and matriculation
Required Documents
- Complete Ensino Médio certificate
- Official secondary school transcripts
- ENEM scores and certificate
- Brazilian CPF (tax number)
- Valid ID document (RG or passport)
- Portuguese proficiency certificate
- Birth certificate
- Vaccination certificate
International Grade Conversions
Convert your grades to Brazilian equivalent for UFRJ admission evaluation
| Country/System | Minimum Requirement | Competitive Level | Brazilian Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States (GPA) | 2.8/4.0 | 3.5+/4.0 | 6.5-8.5/10 |
| United Kingdom (A-Levels) | CCC | AAB-AAA | 6.5-9.0/10 |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points | 35+ points | 6.5-8.5/10 |
| Argentina (Sistema) | 6.5/10 | 8.0+/10 | 6.5-8.5/10 |
| Chile (Sistema Nacional) | 5.0/7.0 | 6.0+/7.0 | 6.5-8.5/10 |
| Colombia (Sistema Nacional) | 3.2/5.0 | 4.2+/5.0 | 6.5-8.5/10 |
| Mexico (Sistema Nacional) | 7.5/10 | 8.5+/10 | 6.5-8.5/10 |
| Portuguese Sistema | 12/20 | 16+/20 | 6.5-9.0/10 |
Important Notes:
- • International credentials require validation by MEC
- • Portuguese proficiency is mandatory for all programs
- • Public university with free tuition for all students
- • SiSU system provides transparent, merit-based selection
Why Choose Federal University of Rio de Janeiro?
Experience excellence in Brazil's cultural and educational capital
Historic Excellence
200+ years of academic tradition
Research Innovation
Leading research in multiple fields
Rio de Janeiro Location
Beautiful city with cultural richness
Free Public Education
High-quality education at no cost
Diverse Community
55,000+ students from all backgrounds
Career Opportunities
Strong alumni network and connections