Undergraduate
Faculty financial incentives
UP
University of Porto
Porto, Portugal
"One of Portugal's top universities, strong in engineering and medicine"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#255 (QS)
PSW VISA
1 year
About University of Porto
The University of Porto (U.Porto) was founded in 1911 and is one of Portugal's largest universities, with 14 faculties. It is ranked #=255 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, after #=237 in 2026, and entered the QS Europe top 100 in 2026. About 15% of its students are international. For 2026/27 it offered 712 places to non-EU applicants for bachelor's and integrated master's courses in three application phases, and annual tuition for these students ranges from EUR 3,500 to EUR 16,500 depending on the faculty.
Rankings & Recognition
#255
Ranked #=255 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=237 in QS 2026) and #100 in QS Europe 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS Europe top 100 (2026)
Erasmus Mundus participant
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Porto's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1911
Founded
#=255
QS 2027 Rank
Public university
Type
Porto
Location
14
Faculties
approx. 15%
International Students
Popular Programs
Engineering (FEUP)
Medicine
Pharmacy
Economics
Architecture
Sciences
Application Details
Application Route
Special Call (non-EU students)
Application Phases
3 per year, from January
2026/27 Places
712 for non-EU students
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
82%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (type D)
Post-Study Work
1 year
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Faculty incentives
Career Outcomes
61%
Placement Ratio
1 year
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
U.Porto has campuses across the city of Porto, with 14 faculties including engineering (FEUP), medicine, sciences and economics.
Campus Details
14
faculties across Porto
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
University residences and shared flats
Dining
University canteens and nearby cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is needed for the student visa
Activities & Clubs
Student union
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
International Students
approx. 15%
Faculties
14
Cost Deep-Dive
Intl bachelor tuition
EUR 3,500 - 16,500 / year
FEUP master (2024/25)
EUR 4,000 - 6,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
U.Porto runs three application phases a year for non-EU bachelor and integrated master applicants, starting in January, with 712 places for 2026/27. Master and PhD admissions follow each faculty calendar.
Scholarships at University of Porto
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary school certificate recognised in Portugal and the entry requirements set by each course.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree and the entry requirements set by each course.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form
Secondary school certificate or degree
Academic transcripts
Language proof (Portuguese or English)
Motivation letter / CV
Proof of financial means
Criminal record certificate
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Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the course list, language of instruction and entry rules on the U.Porto international admissions pages.
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Apply online
Apply under the International Student Status (for non-EU applicants) through the university portal in one of the application phases.
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Upload documents
Upload your school certificate or degree, transcripts, language proof and ID; some courses ask for tests or an interview.
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Admission decision
The university ranks applications and publishes the results for each phase.
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Pay fees
Accept the place and pay the reservation or first tuition instalment to receive your admission letter.
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Student visa
Apply for a Portuguese student visa (type D) at the consulate with your admission letter and health insurance, then register after arrival.
Campus & Location
U.Porto has campuses across the city of Porto, with 14 faculties including engineering (FEUP), medicine, sciences and economics.
Integrated Master's
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Integrated Master's
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Integrated Master's
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Bachelor's
2
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Bachelor's
Economics
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Bachelor's
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Master's
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Master's
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