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CIEE Summer in São Paulo, Brazil (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Dormitory
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Business Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Summer

São Paulo, Brazil

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Program Overview

Your Summer in São Paulo program lasts 4 weeks (or up to 8 weeks) and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will choose from CIEE courses taught in-person at CIEE São Paulo. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Brazilian culture. Live and learn in São Paulo!

Unique Experiences

Join weekly conversation clubs

with Brazilian students to exchange languages and share cultural perspectives

Volunteer at a local community center

by helping kids with basic English, games, and homework support

Participate in a sustainability walk

to learn how locals are turning urban spaces into greener, more inclusive areas

Read About São Paulo
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Program Highlights

  • Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one or two 4-week sessions in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience.
  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses that align with your academic major.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
  • Cultural Activities: Volunteer with members of the local community, join student clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in São Paulo will open doors for you to explore Brazil’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. 

Samples of excursions and activities:?? 

  • Dive into Brazil's passion for soccer with interactive exhibits at the soccer museum at Pacaembu Stadium? 
  • Discover one of Brazil's most important art museums, Pinacoteca, home to a vast collection of Brazilian masterpieces from colonial times to contemporary art? 
  • Explore Mercado Municipal de São Paulo and taste Brazilian delicacies like the famous mortadella sandwich and fresh tropical fruits at this historic food market

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

Sao Paulo

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 new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

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

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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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

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