Campus Life

One University, Three Unique Destinations

Explore life across our vibrant campuses in Alfenas, Poços de Caldas, and Varginha.

Welcome to UNIFAL-MG, a renowned academic institution with a diverse and dynamic presence in three cities in the southern state of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Our commitment to academic excellence extends beyond our central campus in Alfenas to our vibrant campuses in Santa Clara (Alfenas), Poços de Caldas, and Varginha. Each city offers a unique blend of culture, natural beauty, and academic opportunities, making them ideal destinations for local and foreign professors. As you explore our campuses, you will discover a rich variety of experiences, from the enchanting landscapes of Alfenas and Poços de Caldas to the enigmatic history of Varginha. These cities offer an inspiring setting for academia, research, and cultural immersion.

Join us on this academic journey, where learning transcends borders and embraces the diversity of southern Minas Gerais.

Life in Alfenas

Welcome to Alfenas, a vibrant and welcoming city where culture, convenience, and community come together harmoniously. In addition to offering the ideal setting for students’ academic journey, Alfenas provides an enriching and welcoming experience for teachers, researchers, and staff. UNIFAL-MG in Alfenas has the Headquarters and Santa Clara units.

Territorial Area km² (2024)

850.446

Population (2022)

78,970

Average monthly wage for formal workers (2022)

2.3 minimum wages (BRL)

Municipal Human Development Index (IDHM) (2010)

0.761

Life in Poços de Caldas

Welcome to Poços de Caldas, a charming city full of natural beauty and recognized as one of the most famous tourist destinations in Minas Gerais.

Whether you are a student, teacher, researcher, or staff member, you will find a combination of history, natural beauty, culture, and community here.

Territorial Area km² (2024)

546.958

Population (2022)

163,742

Average monthly wage for formal workers (2022)

2.4 minimum wages (BRL)

Municipal Human Development Index (IDHM) (2010)

0.779

Life in Varginha

Welcome to Varginha, a city that combines academic excellence, cultural vitality, and quality infrastructure, offering the ideal setting for a unique educational journey.

For professors, researchers, staff, and students, Varginha is a place where academia meets the city’s historical curiosities, providing rich and memorable experiences for those who contribute to the legacy of UNIFAL-MG in this city.

Territorial Area km² (2024)

395.396

Population (2022)

136,467

Average monthly wage for formal workers (2022)

2.1 minimum wages (BRL)

Municipal Human Development Index (IDHM) (2010)

0.778

Campus Infrastructure & Support

Culture & Extension: Music groups, dance, theater, film clubs, language programs (Idioma Sem Fronteiras), and the University Friend Project for international integration
Sports & Leisure: Athletic associations, tournaments, and recreational facilities
Health & Wellbeing: Psychological support, health clinics, pharmacy, and wellness programs
Inclusion & Diversity: Dedicated centers for accessibility, Afro-Brazilian and Indigenous studies, gender diversity, and women’s care

Key Departments for International Students & Scholars

International & Interinstitutional Office (DRI) – Your primary contact for visas, agreements, mobility, and support
Dean of Undergraduate Studies (Prograd) & Dean of Graduate Studies (PRPPG)
Dean of Community & Student Affairs (Prace) – Housing, meals, scholarships, and student well-being
Libraries, University Restaurant (RU), and Academic Records (DRGCA)

Join a University with History and Vision

For over a century, UNIFAL-MG has prepared thousands of professionals and researchers, contributing to local, regional, and national development. We are committed to teaching, research, extension, innovation, and internationalization in a supportive, diverse, and stimulating environment.