Federal University of Goias

1. Academic Eligibility

High School Diploma: Equivalent to Brazilian Ensino Médio; must be revalidated by a Brazilian public university (reconhecimento de diplomas).

Entrance Exam: Pass either:

ENEM (Brazil’s National High School Exam) – Competitive cut-off scores vary by program (e.g., Medicine: 780+).

UFG’s Vestibular – University-specific exam (in Portuguese).

2. Language Proficiency

CELPE-Bras (Intermediate/Advanced) – Mandatory for Portuguese-taught programs.

Exemption: Applicants from Portuguese-speaking countries (Angola, Portugal, etc.).

3. Documentation

Notarized/Translated Transcripts (Portuguese or Spanish).

Valid Passport & Student Visa (VITEM-IV) – Must be obtained before enrollment.

CPF (Brazilian Tax ID) – Required for registration.

4. Additional Notes

Limited Quotas: Few spots for non-treaty international applicants; priority for PEC-G program candidates (developing-country partnerships).

Competitive Programs: Medicine, Law, and Engineering often require ENEM scores ≥ 750+.

Requirements may vary for each program. Please visit the program page for specific requirements