Universities

List of Universities in Portugal

Portugal is home to a diverse range of universities known for their academic excellence and rich cultural heritage. These institutions offer a variety of programs and contribute significantly to the country's educational landscape.

21 itemsUpdated Mar 13, 2026

Portugal has a diverse higher education system with 16 universities and institutions. This comprehensive list includes public universities, private institutions, and specialized academies across the country.

#	Name
1	Colégio dos Jesuítas do Funchal building in Funchal, seat of Universidade da Madeira rectory
2	ISPA – University Institute Private university in Lisbon, Portugal
3	Independente University former Portuguese private university from Lisbon
4	Institute of Higher Studies of Fafe education organization in Fafe, Portugal
5	Instituto Superior Autónomo de Estudos Politécnicos
6	Instituto Superior de Administração e Línguas da Madeira university in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
7	Lusíada University university in Lisbon, Portugal
8	Moderna University Private Portuguese university
9	NOVA University Lisbon university in Portugal
10	Oporto Global University Portuguese university
11	Universidade Atlântica university in Portugal
12	Universidade Moderna university in Porto, Portugal
13	Universidade Sénior Contemporânea
14	University of Beira Interior public university located in Covilhã, Portugal
15	University of Madeira University in Madeira
16	University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro public university in Vila Real, Portugal
17	University of Lisbon
18	University of Porto
19	University of Coimbra
20	University of Aveiro
21	University of Évora

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 13, 2026.

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