homestudy abroad in brazil for U.S. high school students
Early Discount for Spring 2010 departures
Apply to study in Brazil by June 30th and receive $150 off the program cost!
The fifth largest country in the world, Brazil occupies almost half of the continent of South America. It has five distinct regions: north, northeast, southeast, south and central west. The Amazon River weaves through the tropical rain forests of the northern region. When you see it, there is no mistaking this river as being the largest in the world. Tropical grasslands and savannas extend across the less populated central west region. The southeastern region is the most populated and urbanized of the five. Most of Brazil experiences a tropical climate with the exception of the moderate southeast.
Recently, Brazil celebrated its 500th birthday. The Portuguese were the first to colonize Brazil in 1500 and it remained a Portuguese colony for well over 300 years. Today, Brazil is a diverse country -- home to people of African, German, Italian, Japanese, Lebanese and Syrian decent. Brazilians are warm, fun loving and free spirited. They are famous for being out-going and family-oriented.
what will your story be in brazil?
In Brazil, you can experience rich history and amazing landscapes, feel the samba music, taste delicious foods and attend the unforgettable festivals. A semester or year abroad in Brazil will be an experience that words cannot describe!
program highlights include
- Placement of student in a Brazilian high school
- Careful selection, interview and screening of an appropriate Brazilian family
- Room and board with selected host family
- Supervision and support throughout the year by a Local Coordinator
- Periodic progress reports
- Transportation to and from a local airport
- Orientation before leaving the U.S.
- Orientation upon arrival in Brazil
- International airfare between U.S. departure city and Brazil
- International medical insurance and 24-hour worldwide assistance provided through the iNext travel card
program does not include
- Round-trip domestic travel to U.S. departure city
- Monthly spending allowance
- Textbooks and supplies
- Personal phone charges or other personal items
- Transportation to and from school
- School Lunches
- School uniforms, if applicable
