Liberal Arts
Unique Experiences鈥
Participate in exclusive workshops with local scholars and artists
to explore the rich heritage of Afro-Brazilian traditions, from capoeira to candombl茅
Learn Portuguese through music in a hands-on Brazilian Popular Music (MPB) workshop
to analyze lyrics, explore regional dialects, and practice Portuguese while jamming with local musicians in a vibrant cultural center
Explore literary S茫o Paulo through a Portuguese-language book club and walking tour
and dive into the works of Brazilian authors like M谩rio de Andrade and Clarice Lispector in a student-led book club
Your Destination鈥
S茫o Paulo is Brazil鈥檚 cultural capital, offering the perfect environment for language immersion and exploration. Whether you're practicing Portuguese in lively street markets, chatting with locals at a caf茅, or wandering through vibrant neighborhoods like Liberdade and Vila Madalena, every moment deepens your connection to the language and culture. With its dynamic energy, creativity, and diversity, S茫o Paulo is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights鈥
- Academic Courses: Choose from host institution courses and online courses delivered by 91茄子鈥檚 global partner, ASU, 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 Projects: 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.
Excursions & Activities鈥
91茄子鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in S茫o Paulo will open doors for you to explore Brazil鈥檚 rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.鈥
Samples of excursions and activities:鈥
- Experience Salvador鈥檚 Afro-Brazilian heritage on a weekend getaway, exploring Pelourinho鈥檚 cobblestone streets, enjoying live Capoeira, and savoring authentic Bahian cuisine at S茫o Joaquim Market
- Escape the city on a hike through the Serra da Cantareira, one of the world鈥檚 largest urban forests, where you鈥檒l discover hidden waterfalls, wildlife, and learn about S茫o Paulo鈥檚 vital role in Brazil鈥檚 conservation efforts
- Dive into S茫o Paulo鈥檚 art scene on a guided street art tour of Beco do Batman, meeting local artists, exploring graffiti鈥檚 political roots, and finishing the day with live samba at a local club
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and are subject to change at 91茄子's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
91茄子 S茫o Paulo offers residence hall housing options to ensure you're comfortable in鈥痽our home away from home. From single to shared rooms, we will strive for your鈥痑ccommodation preferences to be met. All housing has convenient access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.鈥
- Standard Housing: Includes a double room in a residence hall, located under 30 minutes from campus and 15 minutes from the city center by public transportation. Students can prepare their meals in the facility and access study areas and other amenities. This type of accommodation offers fully furnished kitchen space, laundry facilities shared with鈥痮ther students, shared bathrooms, and Wi-Fi. Meals are not included.
- Select Housing: Includes a single room in a residence hall. Residence halls are located within walking distance of campus and 15 minutes from city center. Students can prepare their meals in the facility and access study areas and other amenities. This type of accommodation offers fully furnished kitchen space, laundry facilities shared with鈥痮ther students, shared bathrooms, and Wi-Fi. Meals are not included. Select housing requires an鈥痑dditional fee.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
Residence Halls:鈥疢eals are not included.
Academics
91茄子 S茫o Paulo: Study in S茫o Paulo, Brazil鈥檚 largest and most diverse city. Explore vibrant neighborhoods, dive into the city鈥檚 world-class arts and music scene, and experience the nonstop energy that makes S茫o Paulo a cultural powerhouse.
Pontif铆cia Universidade Cat贸lica de S茫o Paulo (PUC):鈥Pontif铆cia Universidade Cat贸lica de S茫o Paulo (PUC-SP) is one of Brazil鈥檚 most prestigious private universities, known for its strong focus on social sciences, humanities, law, and sustainability studies. Founded in 1946, PUC-SP is in the Perdizes neighborhood of S茫o Paulo, a vibrant academic and cultural hub. The university has a long-standing tradition of social justice, environmental responsibility, and innovation, making it an ideal setting for students to engage with sustainability-focused research and community projects.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by 91茄子 in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the 91茄子 academic calendar.
Course Information
Pontificia Universidad Cat贸lica de Sao Paulo
List of Sample Courses at PUC:
Economic Sciences:
- General Economic History
- Sociology
- Patterns of Capitalist Development
Literature:
- Education, Citizenship and Human Rights
- Brazilian Literature: Modern and Contemporary Narrative
International Relations:
- Brazilian Foreign Policy I
- Brazil鈥檚 International Insertion
- Spatiality and Territoriality in International Relations
Social Service:
- Class, Race and Ethnicity
- Foundations of Social Service I
- Social Psychology
Advertising:
- Digital Graphic Design: Creativity and Culture Lab I
- Practices in Visual Languages: Media Lab Creativity and Culture
- Circular Economy and Smart Consumption: Media Lab Consumption
History:
- Portuguese America: 16th鈥17th Centuries (Brazil I)
- American History Before the European Conquest (America I)
- Afro-Brazilian and African Culture: Diaspora
- Modern Europe
- The 18th Century in Portuguese America and the Crisis of the Colonial System (Brazil II)
- Africa, Africas: Ethnic-Cultural and Ethnic-Racial Issues
Socio-Environmental Sciences:
- Culture and Diversity
- Human Rights
- Fundamentals of Ecology
- Agricultural Space in Brazil
- Brazilian Environmental Legislation
- Climate Change and Low Carbon Economy
- Civil Society and State, Social Movements and Social Control
91茄子 proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
91茄子 and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the 91茄子 Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 91茄子 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 91茄子's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 91茄子 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
91茄子 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- 91茄子 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- Trailblazer Grant
- Fall 25 or Spring 26 Leading Change in Latin America Student Fellowship
To be considered, submit the 91茄子 Scholarships & Grants application within your 91茄子 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 91茄子, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2026 20 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $17,950 | |
| Program Fall 2026 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Calendar year 2026 42 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 91茄子's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
91茄子 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91茄子 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $12,656 ** |
| Housing | $4,800 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $17,950 |
Financial Aid
91茄子 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $2,000 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,100 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $200 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Books & Supplies | $15 |
| Visa Fees | $160 鈥犫赌犫犫赌 |
| Personal expenses | $275 |
| Total Costs | $3,750 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫one round trip a day for the semester by subway
鈥犫赌犫犫赌there could be other associated costs for processing the visa
Program Fees
91茄子 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91茄子 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
91茄子 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
91茄子 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91茄子 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
91茄子 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
91茄子 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Alejandra Herrera
Regional Director of Operations for Latin America, Interim Center Director, Santiago Chile
Alejandra is a passionate and experienced educator in higher education in Chile with more than 10 years in the field of International Education.
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Start an Application
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2
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Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
3
Contact Us
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