Established in 1909, the Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (Federal University of Technology - Paraná) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Curitiba (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Parana. This institution also has branch campuses in Apucarana, Campo Mourão, Cornélio Procópio, Curitiba, Dois Vizinhos, Francisco Beltrão, Guarapuava, Londrina, Medianeira, Pato Branco, Ponta Grossa, Santa Helena and Toledo. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educação, Brazil (Ministry of Education of Brazil), Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Brazilian higher education institution. Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 114-year-old Brazilian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Brazilian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UTFPR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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very large-sized
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Name | Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná ![]() |
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Name (English) | Federal University of Technology - Paraná |
Acronym | UTFPR |
Founded | 1909 |
Motto | Primeira Universidade Tecnológica do Brasil The First Federal Technological University in Brazil |
Colours | Yellow and black |
Address | Avenida Sete de Setembro 3165 - Rebouças Curitiba 80230-910 Parana Brazil |
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+55 (41) 3310 4998 |
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+55 (41) 3310 4853 |
Other locations | Apucarana, Campo Mourão, Cornélio Procópio, Curitiba, Dois Vizinhos, Francisco Beltrão, Guarapuava, Londrina, Medianeira, Pato Branco, Ponta Grossa, Santa Helena and Toledo |
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The following Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná's Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main study areas and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná's academic range and degree level offering.
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Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.
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0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
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International students |
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná's acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná has more than 300 international students.University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná.
Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 2,500-2,999 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná is a public higher education institution.
Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
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Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministério da Educação, Brazil
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1978
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