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Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE)

WDOMS ID: F0002151 Brazil Fortaleza

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About Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE)

Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) is a state medical school in Fortaleza, Brazil, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools under the identifier F0002151. Instruction began in 2003, so the school has been teaching medicine for about 23 years. It is academically affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

The qualification awarded is the M?dico, over a curriculum of 6 years, taught in Portuguese. The directory lists 2 programmes or tracks leading to a medical degree here. On entry requirements the directory records: "Admission follows completion of secondary education."

Brazil has 394 medical schools in the directory, 5 of them in Fortaleza.

TrustMBBS holds 109 student reviews of Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE), with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 109 rated reviews; the longest and most detailed appear first below.

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  2. Ask the regional medical council (CRM) whether the school is currently recognised and whether its graduates are being registered this year.
  3. Ask your own home regulator, in writing, whether a degree from Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) is accepted for licensing at home (for Indian students: the NMC requires the whole course, internship included, at the same institution).
  4. Get the fee schedule and admission letter from the school's own office (medicina@uece.br), not from an agent, and pay only to the school's account.
  5. Search the agent, consultancy or website you are dealing with on the fraud alerts page before paying anything.

Questions students ask about Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE)

Is Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) recognised?

It is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (F0002151). A listing means the school exists and reported its programme; whether a degree from it is accepted where you intend to practise is decided by that country's regulator, so ask the regional medical council (CRM) and your home regulator directly.

Is Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) a government or private college?

The directory records it as a state institution, affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

How long is the medical course at Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) and in what language?

The curriculum runs 6 years. Teaching is in Portuguese. The qualification is the M?dico.

When was Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) established?

The World Directory records 2003 as the year instruction began.

How do I contact Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE) directly?

Address: Curso de Medicina Avenida Paranjana 1700 Campus do Itaperi Fortaleza CE 60740-903 Brazil. Phone: +55 (85) 3101-9793. Email: medicina@uece.br. Use these official contacts for fees and admission; do not rely on numbers given by an agent.

What do students say about Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE)?

TrustMBBS has 109 student reviews of the college, averaging 4.4 out of 5. Read them in the reviews section below and weigh detailed, dated reviews more than one-line ones.

Can an agent get me a seat at Universidade Estadual do Ceará (UECE)?

Admission is decided by the college, and fees are paid to the college. An agent can fill in forms; an agent cannot create a seat, and anyone promising a "confirmed" or "management" seat for a fee is describing a scam pattern documented on this site.

Country

Brazil

City

Fortaleza

WDOMS ID

F0002151

What we can confirm

  • Listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS ID F0002151) — you can verify this independently on wdoms.org rather than take any agent's word for it.
  • 109 rated student reviews on file here, averaging 4.4★ — read the full text below before deciding.

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School Type
State
Year Instruction Started
2003
Operational Status
Currently operational
School Website(s)
In Portuguese
Address
Curso de Medicina Avenida Paranjana 1700 Campus do Itaperi Fortaleza CE 60740-903 Brazil
Phone Number(s)
+55 (85) 3101-9793
Fax Number(s)
+55 (85) 3101-9793
Email
medicina@uece.br
Qualification Title
M?dico
Year Instruction Began
2003
Curriculum Duration
6 years
Language of Instruction
Portuguese
Prerequisite Education
Admission follows completion of secondary education.

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Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: M?dico Year Instruction Began: 2003 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 6 years Language of Instruction: Portuguese Year Ended: Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education. Foreign Students: Genders Admitted: Entrance Exam: Tuition Paid By:

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 2003 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 2003 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 2003 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

💬 Student Reviews

Real reviews from students.

Mattie Oli. S.

Before, people smoked in secret, secluded, at least with a minimum of respect for non-smokers. Today, at every parade, there's some ill-mannered, selfish person smoking unnecessarily. Selfish people, they don't know how to respect others. Ridiculous. It's prohibited, and they turn a blind eye to these people. I'm going to report this.

Raquel Sousa

Please, can someone help me? My cat had 6 kittens, 3 of them died, and one of the three that are still alive is missing a paw. I'm heartbroken, but I don't have the money to take it to the vet. Is there any volunteer who can help me find a vet? I'm begging you, for the love of God, please help this kitten, it's heartbreaking...

bre

Terrible, they failed me in a subject and wouldn't let me drop out of the course. The administration was awful, nobody lifts a finger to help the student, and they even erased my course and everything I studied as if I'd never enrolled. Don't be fooled, public universities aren't as good as they say.

Francisca Veras Martins

Without a doubt, the best! The most inclusive today. It boasts a highly qualified faculty, all to guarantee the best education for each student. It has a well-structured library and an ever-improving environment. Therefore, it is a respected institution with competitive and highly rated courses.

Victor Calixto

Traditional university, a large environment with courses recognized for excellence by the MEC (Brazilian Ministry of Education), has great professors!
The downside is the poor infrastructure of some areas, such as the bathrooms, and the frequent strikes and feeling of insecurity in the place!

jose helder de Oliveira

A state university with various academic and postgraduate courses, including doctoral programs. It has a very good faculty and staff. Physical structures are being restored, while others are under construction. The weak point is the security of the premises, which are accessible to anyone.

Angerlânia Barros

If it received more resources, it would be the best university on the planet. The infrastructure isn't the best, but the human and intellectual resources it possesses more than make up for its needs. I'm very proud to have completed my undergraduate and master's degrees there.

Thiago Magalhaes

Excellent teachers and benchmark education. Very pleasant place, with only a few considerations to be made regarding security.
What is bad, terrible, undignified, disrespectful, is the administrative service. Nothing is fully functional. Everything is an immoral bureaucracy.

Guilherme Espinosa (Guilherme Espinosa)

The place is amazing, but I'm giving it four stars because of the lack of signage for the blocks or rooms, main entrances and exits, and specific rooms. The lack of this signage, or its poor quality, makes you wander around without knowing where certain places are.

Davi Braga

The quality of teaching is very good, however the university's dilapidated state ends up drawing more attention from everyone; there are several problems with the infrastructure, security has never been good, but it has been getting progressively worse lately.

Anderson Bezerra

The facilities aren't great, but that's understandable given the age of the place. It's currently undergoing renovations, so I hope to improve that rating. Regarding the teaching, it has several high-quality educators. However, many more are still needed.

NILO ALVES TEIXEIRA

It's a very prestigious state university, I love it very, very much. It's very difficult to get in, but it's worth trying. Come and visit this state university; it's the size of a small town and has everything you could want in terms of professions.

Priscila Fernandes

A university I love! Where I graduated in Pedagogy and spent wonderful years receiving an excellent education! Despite some problems that every public university has, it's a place with professors, students, and staff committed to doing their best.

Will CN

I once again had the opportunity to participate in a training and capacity-building course in health, in partnership with the Municipality of Fortaleza, the Ceará School of Public Health, the State University of Ceará (UECE), and the Peter …

Christine Oliveira saúde pública

First, I would like to mention that I reported to Ceará Transparente about fleas and ticks in the university restaurant, as well as the disappearance of approximately 147 cats that lived at UECE and the abandonment of 5 kittens at what they …

Chandra Ferreira

A beautiful campus, with lots of green space and many services available on site, several buildings and a large area in m2, some facilities are not so modern, having things that could be improved but it is still a beautiful educational facility.

Jarllys Reis

I spent five years of my life at this University. Amidst strikes, catfights, protests, freshman orientation events, attempted robberies, exams, and seminars, among other things, I carry memories, friendships, and lessons that I will cherish …

Tchelle

A large place with diverse teaching and research areas in continuous expansion. The university's concept is beautiful, and the environment is also good, very wooded, and a diversity of birds inhabit the campus (very beautiful, by the way; I …

Nayana Ramos

The university is good, the professors are good, and the outreach programs really serve the population; they just need to improve the infrastructure. There's a real lack of investment in the Ceará State University; the bathroom in building …

Ganna

It lacks adequate physical infrastructure to accommodate people with special needs. The stairs are dangerous and lack access ramps. The classroom tables are non-functional and tiny, the classrooms lack air conditioning, and there's a large, …

Adriano Passos

The most difficult aspect of the UECE entrance exam is the institution's administrative workings. Yes, you need to know which department is responsible for different tasks at any given time. Otherwise, you risk losing your enrollment. Even …

Thiago Nobre

The traditional lack of investment from successive government administrations causes very serious structural problems at UECE, such as a lack of adequate infrastructure, an outdated library collection, and an insufficient number of tenured …

Andrade Neto

It's a regional benchmark and its quality is recognized nationally as well. The campus is large and seemed well-organized; it shouldn't be difficult to find things inside. There's a lot to improve, but it's a public university of high quality!

Narcelio Lopes

Its main campus is the Itaperi Campus, located in the Itaperi neighborhood, in the city of Fortaleza. The university also has campuses in the Fátima and 25 de março neighborhoods, in Fortaleza, and in the cities of Mombaça, Limoeiro do …

Lucas Rabelo

Considering the students and the natural landscape of the place, it can be said that it is a very pleasant environment. However, when talking about the infrastructure of the buildings, library, etc., the college becomes yet another one to …

Regina Correa

The State University of Ceará was not created in 1975. First, there was FUNEDUCE, and only after the courses were recognized by the teaching council was the University officially recognized in 1977. At that time, the Rector's office was …

Ricardo Domingues

Quite far from the tourist districts of Fortaleza. A very large place with facilities that need some maintenance. The classrooms have air conditioning. For those taking public service exams, it's good to know that there are no hotels nearby.

Fernanda Martins

Spacious area, with lots of kittens and puppies, oh, and mosquitoes are a must, right? In mine, we also found other giant insects that I don't know the names of, lol, I saw one that looked like a large cockroach, but much bigger and with …

Roberto Sócrates

I'm a student. I believe that some courses in the evenings are quite underfunded, with few professors. It's nothing like the other shifts; it's almost like a different university. But otherwise, it's a beautiful space with diverse course …

Marina Carneiro

The place is really cool, I just didn't like the animals that live there, because they aren't cared for properly. Most of them spend the day thirsty and hungry; it's impossible to see them and not be moved by their situation. It must be …

Arthur Callado

A very good institution, it has some of the best undergraduate courses in Ceará. It still falls short somewhat in the formalization of its internal processes and needs to invest in impersonality: almost everything that is done "online" …

Renata Brauna

The professors are very independent, they teach when and how they want. The administration is very disorganized. If you ask the same question to several employees, you will get different answers. The teaching is of good quality despite …

wp plano de saúde (Wpplanodesaude)

A well-located university near the Parangaba bus terminal and the Castelão stadium in Ceará. I found it a beautiful place, but with very little signage. Even as a student already accustomed to the university, there are many difficulties.

Aldembergue Sousa

Despite this being my first time there, I loved the outdoor environment, it's very spacious. I also noticed that they preserve the artwork left by students on the university walls inside for years, which also makes me very happy. …

Lucas Fábio Parente

The State University of Ceará, Itaperi campus, is located on the outskirts of Fortaleza and produces very important work for the region and the state, promoting science, art, culture, and above all, quality education. The campus …

Nicole Rocha

A perfect place, full of knowledge, where education and great educators and teachers are palpable; a space where one grows as a person, encountering admirable individuals in every course. A place of dreams and great achievements.

Evandro Sousa Arruda

I think that, being a public university maintained by the state, the place should be cared for and maintained in a way that inspires the pursuit of knowledge. Unfortunately, that's not what I feel when I enter the UECE premises.

Yan Gurgel

Veterinary hospital, fully equipped multi-sports gymnasium, astronomical observatory, renovation of all buildings, technology center... UECE is starting to take shape, it's just a shame that the renovations have taken so long.

Douglas Vieira

UECE is an important public state university in Ceará, focusing on teaching, research, and outreach. It offers various undergraduate and graduate programs, contributing to the scientific and social development of the region.

Tainam Silva

The poor quality of physics examination boards needs to be urgently reviewed. This poses a risk of inadequate training for professionals, masters, and doctoral students, as well as a low level of prestige for academic work.

Luiz Alves

Despite a lack of financial resources, UECE remains a significant university on the state and national stage, developing cutting-edge and relevant research, along with its role in training professionals for the job market.

Júlio César Ferreira Lima

I've been trying to get in touch for a long time to receive my certificate and I'm being ignored. The few employees who responded don't know how to resolve the issue, and the DEG (Department of Education) is not working.

Kaila Sherlock

Terrible infrastructure, one of the best references in state higher education and one of the most competitive entrance exams in all of Brazil, and to have such a precarious structure? It's a violation against education.

Jana Rodrigues

Worst college I've ever dealt with, total disregard for students or prospective students... they hold an entrance exam, announce the test location the day before, and then simply don't answer the phone. Total disregard.

Emanuela Magalhães

A huge university that has everything to be beautiful but gives the impression of being dilapidated... Terrible chairs in the undergraduate classrooms, fans that don't ventilate, they just make noise. Inhumane...

Gleyandersson Oliveira

The university is amazing, it has all the support students need. It only falls short slightly in terms of security and improvements to the classrooms, where some of the fans don't work, especially in building Q.

Natal Jordao

The campus has poor security. There are problems with the cleanliness of the internal access roads, and also a lot of vegetation that needs to be trimmed and cleaned. In short, it is showing many deficiencies.

Eugenio Sales

Excellent public university, with ample space, excellent professionals, and great infrastructure that deserves more public funding for its development and structural improvements. Let's invest in education.

Thiago Baraúna

The best university in the world, a hub of struggle and resistance for the working class of Ceará. Public, free, and high-quality, thanks to the struggle of its members and the support of its community.

Patricia Alves

A story of love and tears, but above all, of victories, because in Christ Jesus we are more than conquerors. He doesn't forget anyone. He cares about you. He understands your journey. Believe in Him.

Viviane Maria

I studied there for four years and always thought it was a beautiful campus. Aside from some criticisms regarding its upkeep and modernization, it's very green and well-structured for students.

Fofos Tulio

I passed the entrance exam, but they didn't accept my documents, and I lost my spot in the Sisu and Prouni programs because of this wrong choice I made. I'll never trust the UECE system again.

João Maciel

The campus needs more attention from the state government, but it's an excellent university in terms of teaching quality! The entrance exam is very difficult, and the professors are renowned!

Fco Reginaldo Freitas do Nascimento

The place is interesting to go during the day, but at night it's very strange in most of the blocks. There's a space with several food stalls that's a bit far away, so avoid going alone. …

Natalia Canabrava

A university that truly gets blood from a stone. It does the impossible with few resources. I keep thinking about how much more relevant research could be done if there were more investment.

Claudiana Araújo

It's been over a week since they've had problems with the phones. Constant busy signal. So at least they should answer emails, right? I've sent two since June 10th and still nothing. Ugh.

Bruna Santos Silva

Good professors! The infrastructure is being improved, but the renovation is taking a very long time. The state government is falling short in terms of investment in the University...

Elizeu Santos

I am studying Philosophy at UECE, the professors are excellent, the library is well-stocked, and best of all, UECE is a place for growth, not only professionally but also personally.

Paulo Sanders

A very spacious place, with great accessibility, a good security system (even with the recent terrible events), and no major mobility problems regardless of individual difficulties.

Camila Ribeiro

It's a great university; I have fond memories of that place. What's lacking is more investment from our government, but even so, UECE survives and withstands these adversities.

kalel

Very good for those who are going to do a bachelor's degree because the classes are at night.
Of course, the university has its problems with being underfunded, however, it …

Lara Menvares

UECE - State University of Ceará. Extensive campus. Animals appear occasionally, such as pigeons, dogs, and cats. Urgent need for renovation and brighter lighting at night.

marcelo silva silva

The university seems to offer good courses, but it needs more cleaning; there are leaves and fruit on the ground everywhere, and there's a lack of organization in that area.

Cyntia Vasconcelos

A place for human beings, concerned with the education and learning of students. All groups meet and are welcome; there is no exclusion. Democracy is part of everyday life.

Pedro de Farias

State University of Ceará. Campus where the exact sciences, biological sciences, and some humanities courses like Pedagogy, Geography, History, and Music are located. …

Geann Duarte

Overall, it has good teachers and is undergoing renovations, however lengthy that may be; the problem lies more in the maintenance and expansion of the infrastructure.

Rodrigo Barros

The place is spacious and pleasant, well-ventilated and tree-lined. Only one security guard kicked me out for no reason because I sat on a bench waiting for my ride.

Vitor Gomes

I really like the State University, mainly for the new experiences, events, and teaching. However, the university environment could be improved through renovations.

Lia Lima

Unfortunately, they only serve students from that unit at the psychological support center. The demand is high, as far as I know, and this aspect needs improvement.

Geisa Alves

What's happening on the website? I can't request my exemption from the Metrofor exam; I enter the documentation and the field remains blank. The website is bugged.

Jonio

I am currently a student. The university has the potential for much more, but it stands out greatly for the dedication of the professionals who comprise it.

Frederico R

The State University has been forgotten by the government during this pandemic. It urgently needs extensive investments to organize its infrastructure.

Gilmar Nascimento

The best state university in the North and Northeast of Brazil. Its students, professors, and staff are by far the institution's greatest asset!!!

Magda da Silva Cavalcante

I love this place, even though it's outdated and desperately needs basic and modern amenities, but I wouldn't trade it for any other college.

diego eduardo melo dos santos Santos

After 10 years of not being at UECE, I liked the changes I saw today. Classrooms, auditoriums, and the air conditioning in some of the rooms.

Jeremias Jeremy

A great university, high-quality professors, a good range of courses. I know that not everything is perfect, but I only have good memories.

Ítala da Silva Lopes

The classrooms are in very poor condition. The fans sound more like tractors. It's like walking through a museum of higher education.

Karcélia Fava

A nostalgic feeling, since I studied there. I found it abandoned, in need of cleaning and painting. However, the trees bring peace.

Matheus S. Araújo

The infrastructure has improved and grown with renovations and new buildings, increasingly making it a university of reference.

Vinícius Moreira

One of the best colleges in Brazil
Excellent teaching
But still growing, considering its other locations beyond the Itaperi …

Guadá Bezerra

There is a lack of security on the Itaperi campus. It is very dangerous to use the restrooms, especially the women's restroom.

Thiago Lima

The place already has Wi-Fi for students, and several classrooms are being renovated to have air conditioning installed.

Danielly Sousa

Great university. The only problem is the number of cats everywhere, including the cafeteria and even the classrooms.

Aventureiro de trilha Michel Emidio

Highly respected university with promising students.

The environment is wooded and well-ventilated, very pleasant.

Livia Sousa

A task force is needed to clean up the areas (lots of weeds).
There are many acts of vandalism and littering. …

Francisco Xavier (Prof. Xavier)

My beloved University, one of the best state universities in my country, striving for quality education for all.

liliamberg moreira

I want to know about the results of the SEAS exam; they just keep postponing the list of approved candidates.

Maria conceição (Ceiça)

The garden's breath
I feel it with so much love
I look side by side
I smell the flower's fragrance

Vitor Massaru Yamagishi

Excellent place to hunt Pokémon. It has many players and is a great place to make friends. …

Lucas Aguiar

Cool. It could be better, but the people who frequent it don't appreciate it and vandalize it.

Rebeca Aragão

Does anyone know if the classrooms in Block Q of UECE in Itaperi have air conditioning? …

Adrielle Rodrigues

It needs a lot of infrastructure improvements, but the learning experience is great.

Anilton Júnior Oliveira

It is our state university with the most competitive and difficult entrance exam.

Monii

Nobody answers the phones, none of them, seriously there's no way to communicate.

Márcio Alves

The campus is beautiful and pleasant; it made me want to transfer there, haha.

Thiago Garcez

A university with people committed to teaching, research, and outreach.

Zilfran Fontenele

Well-structured campus with fantastic courses. High-quality university.

Lailton Telêmaco

One of the best state universities in the country.

Days

Great college, very large and beautiful.

Luisdesouzajunior luis júnior

The university is improving every day.

Mwaniki Kiguta

A really cool space for everyone? …

Bruno Torquato

A well-wooded and very safe place.

Vinicius Gomes

Missing a internal bus line

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