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CIEE Quarter in São Paulo, Brazil (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Sao Paulo, Brazil
  • Program Terms: Fall, Winter
  • 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, Homestay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Business Program Type: Internship Abroad, Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Quarter in São Paulo

São Paulo, Brazil

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Program Overview

Your Quarter in São Paulo program immerses you in a fast-paced global city known for its diversity, creativity, and cultural influence, designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU.

Participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities like exploring Avenida Paulista, visiting museums, sampling Brazilian cuisine, or attending live music and cultural events. Experience the scale and energy that define São Paulo!

Unique Experiences

Experience the energy of Brazilian futebol firsthand

at a match in Allianz Parque or Morumbi Stadium alongside local fans

Dive into São Paulo’s rich food scene

through hands-on workshops preparing feijoada, pão de queijo, and caipirinhas

Explore the vibrant street art of Beco do Batman

an open-air gallery in Vila Madalena known for its ever-changing murals and graffiti by local artists

Read About São Paulo
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Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.  
  • Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.  
  • 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.  
  • Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.
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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 include:

  • Explore the artsy streets and galleries of Embu das Artes, a charming town known for its handicrafts and cultural festivals
  • Visit the Museu do Futebol, an interactive museum celebrating Brazil’s iconic soccer culture
  • Wander through Praça Benedito Calixto, a lively square full of markets, music, and local flavors

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

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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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