AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Brazil
by: AFS-USA
From Carnaval, one of the world's most famous celebrations, to the ever-present fútbol culture, Brazil never fails to excite all the senses. It is the largest, most populous, and only Portuguese-speaking country in Latin America. It is a land of diversity, present in its Amazon rainforest, beaches, cities, and people, including indigenous peoples and people of Portuguese, European, and African anc...
From Carnaval, one of the world's most famous celebrations, to the ever-present fútbol culture, Brazil never fails to excite all the senses. It is the largest, most populous, and only Portuguese-speaking country in Latin America. It is a land of diversity, present in its Amazon rainforest, beaches, cities, and people, including indigenous peoples and people of Portuguese, European, and African ancestries. You'll easily make friends since Brazilians love to share their culture and learn about others. You will be invited to join in soccer matches, traditional dances, festivals, street parades, guitar gatherings, barbecues, parties at the beach, and much more. If you're up for a challenge, try your hand at capoeira, the 400-year-old Afro-Brazilian art form that combines martial arts, music,...
Program Highlights
Immerse yourself in Portuguese, the best way to become fluent.
Live with a host family to deepen your immersion and connection to Brazilian culture, making you want to never leave your second family and home.
Learn Samba dancing, a mix of African rhythms and European-style singing.
Make connections and memories you'll never forget with other AFS exchange students from all over the world.
Become a global citizen with intercultural communication skills that help build up your college and career résumé as well as encourage you to create a more peaceful, understanding world.
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Quick Details
- Brasilia, Brazil
- 7-12 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Student Exchange
- American
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Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
This showed me what is important
November 22, 2018by: Darya T.Program: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in BrazilWhen I was in Brazil I saw how AFS was involved and formed relationships with their students and it showed me that making relationships and having a community that loves you and supports you is very important, but also relationships need work and everything has to contribute.
Awesome experience!
November 07, 2018by: Jessica C.Program: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in BrazilMy AFS experience gave me a love for my Brazilian family and friends, a better understanding of Brazilian culture, and the skills of how to adapt better to new/ difficult situations. AFS gave advise on how to handle just about every tough situation that could possibly have occurred.
Great experience
November 06, 2018by: Anastasia M.Program: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in BrazilThe meetings with the other AFSers were very important. It kind of formed a little foreign exchange community where we could all talk about how our experiences were going and give each other advice.
Program Details
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Locations
- Brasilia, Brazil
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 7-12 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Travel Insurance
- International Airfare
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Some high school, no diploma
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- In-Person Interview Required
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
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From Carnaval, one of the world's most famous celebrations, to the ever-present fútbol culture, Brazil never fails to excite all the senses. It is the largest, most populous, and only Portuguese-speaking country in Latin America. It is a land of diversity, present in its Amazon rainforest, beaches, cities, and people, including indigenous peoples and people of Portuguese, European, and African ancestries. You'll easily make friends since Brazilians love to share their culture and learn about others. You will be invited to join in soccer matches, traditional dances, festivals, street parades, guitar gatherings, barbecues, parties at the beach, and much more. If you're up for a challenge, try your hand at capoeira, the 400-year-old Afro-Brazilian art form that combines martial arts, music,...
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From Carnaval, one of the world's most famous celebrations, to the ever-present fútbol culture, Brazil never fails to excite all the senses. It is the largest, most populous, and only Portuguese-speaking country in Latin America. It is a land of diversity, present in its Amazon rainforest, beaches, cities, and people, including indigenous peoples and people of Portuguese, European, and African ancestries. You'll easily make friends since Brazilians love to share their culture and learn about others. You will be invited to join in soccer matches, traditional dances, festivals, street parades, guitar gatherings, barbecues, parties at the beach, and much more. If you're up for a challenge, try your hand at capoeira, the 400-year-old Afro-Brazilian art form that combines martial arts, music,...
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