Check a list of the main colleges in Sao Paulo and choose the one that best suits your goals!
live and do college in São Paulo It is the dream of many young people. That's why, in this post, we're going to introduce you to some of the best higher education institutions in the state, in addition to Uliving's student housing, a pioneer in the field! Let's go!
Finding a college in São Paulo to study is a good opportunity to leverage your career
Colleges in Sao Paulo
University of São Paulo (USP)
Founded in 1934, USP is the largest university in Brazil and one of the largest and best in Latin America. She is also responsible for more than 20% of Brazilian scientific production and has been recognized by different rankings worldwide for the excellence of its teachers and students. USP is one of four universities maintained by the Government of the State of São Paulo, together with Unicamp (State University of Campinas), Unesp (São Paulo State University) and Univesp (Virtual University of São Paulo). With more than 180 undergraduate courses, it is very difficult for what you want not to be offered by USP.
The main campus, known as Cidade Universitária, is located in São Paulo, in the Butantã neighborhood, where the well-known Butantã Institute is also located. Besides it, in the neighboring neighborhood, in Pinheiros, is the renowned Faculdade de Medicina (FMUSP), widely accepted as one of the best in Brazil. In the center of the capital, we have the most traditional faculty of USP, founded in 1827, still during the Empire, the historic Faculdade de Direito do Largo de São Francisco. Uliving has units close to several courses offered by USP, such as Pinheiros e Centro.
If you are looking to study in the most traditional and renowned colleges in São Paulo, with courses in all areas of knowledge, USP may be the right place for you. But don't get left behind! To be part of the USP students, you need to take one of the entrance exams. Fuvest, organized by the University Foundation for the Vestibular, is responsible for selecting most of the students. Sisu, the Unified Selection System, is carried out based on the Enem (National High School Examination). Both have quota systems for self-declared black, brown and indigenous students or those coming from the public school system.
Paulista University (Unip)
Unip is one of the largest higher education institutions in Brazil. Although its headquarters are located in São Paulo, it has a presence in Goiás, Amazonas and the Federal District. In Distance Learning (EAD), Unip has extension throughout the national territory. The main objective of the university is to promote the up-to-date training of students, through quality and technologically advanced teaching. According to Folha University Ranking, Unip was elected the preferred private institution in the labor market for 8 consecutive years.
In the state of São Paulo, Unip has units in the capital, in Santos, Campinas, Ribeirão Preto, São José do Rio Pardo, São José do Rio Preto, São José dos Campos, Limeira, Jundiaí, Bauru, Assis, Araraquara, Araçatuba, Santana de Parnaiba and Sorocaba. Its differential is the possibility of studying a flex modality, which is a flexibility of distance learning, with a percentage of the workload taught in the classroom. With more than 80 courses and 240 enrolled students, Unip has become the preferred college for students.
Mackenzie Presbiterian University
Mackenzie began its school activities in 1870, when a couple of Presbyterian missionaries, George and Mary Ann Chamberlain, founded a primary school. The fame of the school reached the American lawyer John Theron Mackenzie, who, even though he had never been to Brazil, left in his will a donation to the American Presbyterian Church, so that a superior college of Engineering could be built on the site of the school. Then came the name used until today: Mackenzie.
Campus Higienópolis | Photo: Google Maps
As expressed in its name, Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie is a private, philanthropic and confessional higher education institution. Non-profit, the university has the objective of educating human beings for the full exercise of citizenship, in an environment of reformed faith. But despite this, there is no religious purpose behind their operations. In addition, Mackenzie is often named as one of the best private colleges in Brazil, ranking 4th in the University Ranking Folha 2019. The main campus is in São Paulo, in the Higienópolis district. But there are also two others, in Campinas and Barueri.
Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (PUC-SP)
The first universities in the world were founded by Catholic religious in the XNUMXth century, so it is only fair that the most prestigious private university in Brazil is also an institution maintained by the Catholic Church. PUC-SP has four fields in the state capital, with headquarters in Monte Alegre, Marquês de Paranaguá, Ipiranga and Santana. It also has a campus in Sorocaba. According to Sheet Ranking, PUC-SP has the best overall ranking of all private colleges in Brazil.
Admission takes place through an entrance exam, in which some scholarships are usually offered. It is also possible to enter through Prouni (University for All Program), for those who have taken the Enem and have proven a minimum income of up to 1,5 minimum wages. Most of the university's scientific production is focused on the human sciences, especially Law, Economics, Sociology, Education and Communication, but it is possible to study in excellent courses in all areas of knowledge.
PUC-Campinas
PUC is not only in São Paulo. PUC-Campinas is the oldest university in the interior of São Paulo and the second largest in the city. It is ranked among the best private universities in the country, and has all the qualities of its “sister” in São Paulo. Campinas can be considered one of the most important cities in Brazil, both in terms of education, research and the market.
In 2022, Uliving will arrive with the student housing to assist in finding a student apartment ready to rent and move in. If you intend to study in Campinas, in addition to being able to attend large universities such as PUC, you can also rely on Uliving to rent rooms and student housing.
State University of Campinas (Unicamp)
Of course, she couldn't be left out of this list. Founded in 1962 by former USP professors, Unicamp is the most promising research and teaching university in Brazil. If your focus is to become a top researcher, maybe Unicamp is a great option. It concentrates almost half of the student body in graduate students, responsible for the production of scientific research.
In addition, Unicamp accounts for 8% of all academic production in Brazil and maintains leadership among Brazilian universities in terms of patents and the number of articles published per capita. There are more than 33 students and 66 undergraduate courses. Unicamp also represents a good part of the economic and social activities in Campinas. Promising, modern, public and free, its qualities are countless.
Federal University of Sao Paulo (Unifesp)
The Federal Government is responsible for maintaining three universities in the state of São Paulo: the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), the Federal University of ABC (UFABC) and the Federal University of São Paulo. Founded in 1933, Unifesp is spread across 7 campuses throughout the state of São Paulo, namely: São Paulo, Diadema, Baixada Santista, Guarulhos and São José dos Campos.
The courses are spread across the units and reach cities that other public colleges do not reach. Some of Unifesp's differentials are the possibility of eventually change the training course, autonomy over the training process and also the possibility of enrolling in complementary courses – to acquire a more specialized degree.
UNISAINTS
The Catholic University of Santos is a community institution of higher education, with headquarters located on the Dom Idílio José Soares campus. Like PUC, UNISANTOS is a private, confessional and philanthropic college. It is especially marked by its social responsibility, through projects and services offered free of charge to the population. Its main objective is to expand the spaces of knowledge, so that it can be shared and socialized beyond the classroom.
With 29 courses in total and more than 41 students, it is a good option for those looking for student housing on the beach. O student housing by Uliving will arrive in Santos in August 2021, with furnished and apartments for students ready to move in, enjoy!
Live in a student apartment
Are you interested in one of these universities, but are you from another city and don't know where to live? There are studios and apartments specially designed for students. Rent a room and live close to the best colleges in Sao Paulo. Uliving brings you the comfort and convenience you deserve, with no headaches, no worries and always very easily.
O student housing it's a new way to get student housing. You rent everything furnished, with a single subscription and pay the amount monthly. Rooms for rent are waiting for you in the main locations, close to large urban centers. It has never been so easy to locate and secure yourself quickly and safely.
