Universidade Federal do Para

Universidade Federal do Para (UFPA) is a public university located in Belém, Pará, Brazil. Established in 1957, it is one of the main research institutions in Brazilian Amazon. UFPA is committed to promoting higher education, research and community service.

Overview

Universidade Federal do Para (UFPA) is a renowned public institution in Brazil. Its establishment in 1957 aimed at promoting higher education, scientific research, and socio-economic development in the Amazon region. Today, UFPA counts with about 40,000 regular undergraduate and graduate students. It has 12 campuses spread across Pará State, offering a broad range of programs in various fields of knowledge. UFPA is recognized for its leading role in research, especially related to Amazonian biodiversity, social transformations, sustainability, and global climate change. It provides a stimulating academic environment through its modern campus facilities, diverse student activities, and strong community ties. It's considered one of the country’s top universities for academic excellence and plays an important part in the nation’s intellectual, cultural, social and economic development.