São Paulo State University (Unesp)

São Paulo State University (UNESP), established in 1976, is one of Brazil’s largest public universities, with 34 academic units in 24 cities and a strong focus on community engagement and regional development. Hosting around 35,000 undergraduates and 15,000 graduate students across nearly all academic fields, it is supported by over 3,200 faculty members. UNESP is a leading research institution in Latin America, responsible for about 8% of Brazil’s scientific output and granting more than 1,200 doctoral degrees annually. As a tuition-free university, it ensures broad access to quality education and research. Notably, 87% of its undergraduate programs earned top marks in the latest National Student Performance Exam, excelling in fields like Medicine, Engineering, and Agronomy. With 271 active international agreements in 44 countries, UNESP fosters global collaboration, seeks to enhance academic excellence, innovation, and intercultural exchange through strategic international partnerships.