Founded in 1962, the University of Brasília (UnB) is a public university located in the capital city of Brazil. It is one of the leading institutions of higher learning in Latin America and offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
The University of Brasília was created with the purpose of promoting social, economic, and scientific development in Brazil. It was designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer and is considered one of the most beautiful university campuses in the world. The campus features many modernist buildings set amidst lush gardens and lakes.
The University of Brasília has produced many notable alumni, including several Brazilian presidents and ministers, as well as internationally renowned scholars and scientists.