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Locations: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	04/01/2027	04/01/2027	08/10/2027	12/12/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English, Portuguese	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Liberal Arts Language Immersion

São Paulo, Brazil

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Program Overview

Your Liberal Arts Language Immersion program in São Paulo lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds who have Portuguese language skills. You will enroll in host institution courses delivered in Portuguese. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Brazil's culture. Live and learn in Brazil!

Unique Experiences

Participate in exclusive workshops with local scholars and artists

to explore the rich heritage of Afro-Brazilian traditions, from capoeira to candomblé

Learn Portuguese through music in a hands-on Brazilian Popular Music (MPB) worksho

to analyze lyrics, explore regional dialects, and practice Portuguese while jamming with local musicians in a vibrant cultural center

Explore literary São Paulo through a Portuguese-language book club

and dive into the works of Brazilian authors like Mário de Andrade and Clarice Lispector

Learn More São Paulo

Your Destination

São Paulo is Brazil's vibrant cultural and intellectual hub, where diverse idePUC): Founded in 1946, PUC-SP stands as one of Brazil's most prestigious private universities, welcoming more than 25,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Nestled in the vibrant Perdizes neighborhood of São Paulo, the campus offers a dynamic blend of academic excellence and cultural energy. Renowned for its strengths in social sciences, humanities, law, and sustainability studies, PUC-SP combines rigorous scholarship with a deep commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. Students here don't just study – they engage in cutting-edge research, hands-on community projects, and innovative initiatives that shape the future of Brazil and beyond. With world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a rich tradition of innovation, PUC-SP offers a transformative experience that inspires leadership, creativity, and positive impact.

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1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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