Information for term Summer in Lisbon
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenThe western tip of Europe is steeped in ancient history, creating a rich base to launch a great summer. Come explore Portuguese culture and history while learning to speak Portuguese. Courses are taught in English at CIEE Lisbon and are complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
Unique Experiences
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GET TO KNOW PORTUGUESE HISTORY
Immerse yourself in Lisbon’s vibrant culture and local traditions.
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STEP OUT OF THE CLASSROOM
and learn on the go at museums, monuments, festivals, and more.
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EXPLORE BEYOND LISBON
with excursions to noted towns rooted in medieval and coastal history.
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high speed trains
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statues of Boris the Great
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students
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Location & Culture
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EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Take advantage of Lisbon’s vibrant theater and historic opera house, plus concert venues, galleries, a dynamic cinemathèque, and summer festivals.
- Experience authentic Portuguese family life with a homestay.
- See more of the country with excursions to Sintra, Mafra, or Óbidos.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestay: Students can pair up or live alone with English-speaking Portuguese families – a great way to absorb maximum language and culture, and create lasting friendships. Students have private bedrooms, most meals, weekly cleaning, laundry, and use of the kitchen and common areas for relaxing in a pleasant home environment. Walk or take public transportation to campus (max 30-minute commute).
Alternate Housing: Limited availability in a dorm-like facility within a 30-minute commute to campus. Single rooms, shared communal bathrooms, coin laundry, and students provide their own meals. -
MEALS
Homestay: Breakfast and dinner (seven days a week) provided. Dietary needs may be accommodated.
Alternate Housing: Meals not included; communal kitchens available. All students have access to the subsidized cafeteria on campus. All housing provides internet access; utilities provided.
Lisbon, Portugal Where You'll Study
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CIEE LISBON
Lisbon
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UNIVERSIDADE NOVA DE LISBOA (UNL)
Lisbon
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Getting Around
Students walk or use public transportation – funicular trains, trams, buses, and the metro.
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Program Details
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The program detailsIn Session I, students learn and reflect on the world’s migration and mobility issues while in a historical European capital. In session II, students explore the international financial environment with visits to economic and political institutions. In both sessions, students can enroll in an optional Communicative Portuguese Language course (1 credit). In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offerings.
CIEE Lisbon is located at Universidade Nova de Lisboa (UNL) School of Social Sciences and Humanities (FCSH). Courses are taught by faculty or postdoctoral fellows at UNL or ISCTE.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students must have a GPA of at least 2.5.
Courses
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Program Credit
Total credit: 3-4 U.S. semester/4.5-6 quarter credits per session
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 1-3 U.S. semester/1.5-4.5 quarter credits; 15-45 contact hours
Language of Instruction
English
Requirements
- Students choose one content course per session
- Optional: Communicative Portuguese course
Course Notes
Students studying with CIEE for multiple sessions may only take Communicative Portuguese once.
Summer 2020 CIEE Courses
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Summer Session II
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Three-day orientation – an introduction to Portuguese culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Summer Session I 2020 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | May 18, 2020 | Jun 15, 2020 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,908 ** Housing = $775 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $900 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $100 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $300 Total Estimated Costs = $2,600Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Summer Session I and II 2020 8 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | May 18, 2020 | Jul 13, 2020 |
$7,470
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $5,453 ** Housing = $1,550 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $7,470Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,800 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $200 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $600 Total Estimated Costs = $4,000Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Summer Session II 2020 4 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | Jun 15, 2020 | Jul 13, 2020 |
$4,150
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $2,908 ** Housing = $775 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $4,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $900 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $100 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $300 Total Estimated Costs = $2,600Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Luisa Caldas
Center Director
Luísa holds a B.A. in History and Art History and an M.A. in Art History and Preservation.
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Sara Cunha
Center Coordinator
Sara completed her BA in Business and Corporate Communication in Lisbon, having spent a year in Madrid as an Erasmus student.
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START AN APPLICATION
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