University of Sao Paulo (Universidade de S? The University of S? O Paulo (USP or Santa University for short) is one of the three public universities funded and maintained by the state government of S? o Paulo, Brazil. It is a member of the Global Alliance for Advanced Research in Universities, the International Forum of Public Universities and the International University Climate Alliance. Founded in 1934, this school is the first and largest modern comprehensive institution of higher learning in Brazil. There are twelve campuses in China, four of which are located in Sao Paulo.