PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Attracting visitors from all over the world, São Paulo is a diverse international city, but with its own distinct local flare. With street art on nearly every corner, the city is brimming with creativity, color, and energy.
• Gain a unique perspective on Brazilian culture while taking coursework in Portuguese in area studies and international relations at FAAP, one of the most important academic and cultural institutions in the country.
• Develop meaningful relationships with your peers by joining a club, attending an educational event hosted by the campus museum, or participating in FAAP’s buddy program that connects incoming and local students.
• Take part in the city’s most popular sport by joining a futebol team and competing with natives who live and breathe the sport. Or try the brand-new sport of beach tennis, a mixture of beach volleyball, tennis, and badminto on one of the on-campus sand courts.
LIFE ABROAD
With a population of almost 12 million inhabitants that are made up of over 70 nationalities, São Paulo is a dynamic international city that offers endless global cultural experiences. Soak in the unmatched energy of the city by attending a local sporting match or iconic events including Carnaval, São Paulo Fashion Week, or the largest Pride parade in the world.
What We Love About São Paulo
São Paulo is the perfect base for you to enhance your Portuguese language skills while experiencing everything this dynamic city has to offer. Whether you are a sports fanatic, art enthusiast, or love learning about the history of a new city, São Paulo offers something for everyone.
LEARN MORE
Visit the Program Page for
Study in Brazil - Portuguese Language & Brazilian Culture to learn more.
GET STARTED
You can meet with the ISEP Coordinator at your home campus or speak with an ISEP Student Services Officer, who will guide you through the application process, pre-departure, your time abroad, and your return.
To connect with ISEP, visit our website.
FAAP is located in one of the most traditional districts of São Paulo, called Higienópolis. Founded in 1554 by Jesuits priests, São Paulo is the main city of Brazil.
The Extensive Portuguese Course at FAAP offers language learning and practice in the contexts of culture, history, geography, literature, and current events. Students enroll in either Portuguese I or II (subject to minimum enrollment requirements; 285 credit hours each per semester), which consist of Portuguese language instruction as well as subject-specific instruction in Portuguese. Students are evaluated by class participation, completion of assignments, written evaluation, and oral presentation. All courses are instructed in Portuguese.