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Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca (CEFET-RJ)

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
1501+ in World University Rankings 2025
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Basic information and contact details for Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca (CEFET-RJ)

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The Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca (CEFET-RJ) is a federal institution located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, established in 1917.

The university has its main headquarters in the Maracanã neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro, where the Maracanã Campus is situated. It offers basic, professional, and higher education programmes, and serves as the administrative hub for the institution.

The Nova Iguaçu campus was established in 2003, marking the university’s expansion into the Baixada Fluminense region.

The Maria da Graça campus was created in 2006, following the revitalisation of a manufacturing space previously owned by the Student Assistance Foundation. Located in a densely populated area, the campus has implemented various outreach projects and collaborates with partner companies.

The Petrópolis campus, established in 2008, is housed in the building of the former forum in the city's historic centre, and the Nova Friburgo campus, also established in 2008, is located just outside the city centre in a property provided by the Department of Highways.

The university also runs TV CEFET/RJ, a television channel primarily broadcasted over the internet.

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A breakdown of student statistics at Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca (CEFET-RJ)

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Student gender ratio
35 F : 65 M (1)
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International student percentage
0% (1)
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Students per staff
23.3 (1)
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Student total
20852 (1)

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Subjects Taught at Centro Federal de Educação Tecnológica Celso Suckow da Fonseca (CEFET-RJ)

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