Arizona in Brazil

  Brazil

• Northern Brazil: 
Fortaleza

Term: Summer 
Dates: mid June - late July

Description: Academics
The University of Arizona offers this intensive, 6-week Portuguese language and culture program in Fortaleza, Brazil. In addition to the daily classes, the program also includes weekly lectures and films on modern Brazil, as well as visits to nearby cultural sites. The program also includes two overnight field trips. Students will be taught by Brazilian faculty at the host institution, the Universidade Federal do Ceara.

Location
Fortaleza is a beautiful and modern city located on Brazil's northeastern coast. With over 2 million inhabitants, Fortaleza is the capital of the state of Ceara and is one of the most stable cities in Brazil. Ceara is a tropical and semiarid region that enjoys mild year-round temperatures.

Highlights: Housing Information
Participants live with Brazilian families. The homestay enables students to experience Brazilian culture firsthand and to further develop their Portuguese language skills.

Cost in US$: ~$3,000

Experience Required: yes

One year of college-level Portuguese

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Brazil Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 20 - 30

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

The University of Arizona's Mission Statement: In support of the University of Arizona's mission to "prepare and inspire students for their future roles in the world as thinkers, learners, leaders and responsible citizens," the Office of Study Abroad and Student Exchange (SASE) offers international education opportunities to U.S. students through faculty-led programs, student exchanges, and individually arranged programs.

Year Founded: 1990