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From the tropical regions of the north to the quaint German towns of the south to the tourist hub of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is as diverse a country as one can find in South America. If you’re thinking about studying abroad in Brazil, prepare yourself for a country that goes far beyond the stereotypes of bikinis and soccer balls. Brazil will overwhelm you with a plethora of hugs and kisses, sun, music, delicious food, amazing beaches, caipirinhas (the national drink of Brazil) and the nicest people you’ll meet in the world. So, it is time to add study abroad in Brazil to the top of your priority list!
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21 Study Abroad Programs in Brazil

Seamester

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Semester at Sea

Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus

Unlike traditional study abroad or tourism experiences, Semester ...

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CIEE College Study Abroad

CIEE Summer in São Paulo, Brazil

Your Summer in São Paulo program lasts 4 weeks (or up to 8 weeks)...

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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...

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International TEFL and TESOL

Accredited TEFL/TESOL Courses Online & in Brazil from $65

Did you know that a degree isn't required to teach abroad in Braz...

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Eco Caminhos

Study Abroad at an Eco Farm in Brazil, Learn Agroforestry

Swap your desk for Brazil’s Atlantic Forest and spend 2–12 weeks ...

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CET Academic Programs

CET Academic Programs - College Study Abroad & Gap Year

Immerse yourself in a new language, intern abroad, or explore a d...

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Project Dragonfly, Miami University

Earth Expeditions (EE) Study Abroad Courses

Earth Expeditions (EE) are Miami University study abroad courses ...

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Youth For Understanding (YFU)

Study Abroad in Brazil

Live like a local Brazilian, gathering with your host family for ...

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Middlebury - C.V. Starr Schools Abroad

Middlebury School in Brazil: Florianópolis

Brazil’s capital of the southern state of Santa Catarina, Florian...

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A Guide to Studying Abroad in Brazil

Locations

As the largest country in Latin America, you definitely aren’t short of locations to choose from when it comes to studying abroad in Brazil. Stretching from the Amazon Basin in the north to the mighty Iguazu Falls in the south, Brazil has cities surrounded by rainforest and accessible only by river, coastal cities drenched in sunshine all year round, and cities that are vast, sprawling urban jungles. It all depends on what kind of experience you would like to have.

One of the most popular cities for study abroad in Brazil is Rio de Janeiro. Rio is a visually spectacular town, with jungle-covered granite peaks rising up all over the city, and a fringe of golden sand along the famous Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. If you’re looking for the party, Rio is your best place to study in Brazil.

Famous for its beaches and saltwater lagoon, Florianopolis is another study abroad hotspot in Brazil. Split across the mainland and Santa Catarina Island, this city is island living and cosmopolitan vibes all wrapped up in one,

Another option for study abroad in Brazil, for those looking for a less traveled experience, is Salvador da Bahia. This northeast city has amazing beaches, great seafood, and a completely different culture than that of its counterparts in the south.

If you’re looking for a purely academic and Portuguese learning experience, Sao Paulo might be the place for you to study in Brazil. The economic and commercial hub of Brazil, Sao Paulo has the clearest accents and most prestigious universities.

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September 03, 2025by: Tristan Bartosiewicz - United StatesProgram: Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus
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I just studied abroad with SAS in spring of 2025. To say this experience changed my life would be an understatement. I cannot recommend this enough. The learning opportunities are amazing, the staff and faculty do everything they can to make this your home away from home, and the traveling experiences are ONCE IN A LIFETIME!

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