São Paulo State University (UNESP)

UNESP is the best case of a multicampus university in Brazil. Its geographical distribution includes 24 campus located mostly in inland small or medium-sized cities - and one campus in the capital, São Paulo. This feature brings an immense potential for local and regional impact. Students who chose Unesp will also be part of an institution that produces 8% of Brazilian science, in addition to well recognized undergraduate and graduate courses in all areas of knowledge.

Mission

At UNESP, we highly value the principles of free speech and critical thinking as well as ethical and humanistic principles; so, it is our mission to bring you education, research and outreach activities that uphold these principles.  

In addition, we promote professionalization which aims to improve: the quality of life of both individuals and society; technological innovation, sustainability, social equity, human rights and democratic access. 

Also, through the transformative power of knowledge sharing, we are seeking to incite impactful changes that will help to overcome inequalities as well as empower citizens to fully exercise their rights.

Vision

To achieve excellence in education, in research and in public outreach as well as to be recognized as both a national and an international model for public multi-campus universities. 

Our vision will be achieved by: 

• Educating professionals and researchers capable of promoting democracy, citizenship, human rights, social justice and environmental ethics.
• Contributing toward society's scientific literacy as well as increasing the public's access to science.