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Location:
Various cities/towns - Brazil
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Language of Instruction: English, Spanish/Portuguese
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
Discover the vastness of Brazil. Almost everything in Brazil can be described by one word: large. It is the 5th largest country and occupies almost half of South America. It boasts 30% of the world's remaining rain forest, as well as the world's largest river, the Amazon. Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro rank among the 10 largest cities in the world. Come experience the rich culture and great natural reserve for yourself.
AYUSA students will be given the opportunity to join various group trips and excursions. The prices of these trips vary depending on length and number of cities visited.
Typical placement cities are Goiania (the Goias state capital), Curitiba (the Parana state capital), Santa Maria (in the state of Rio Grande do Sul), and Brasilia (the nation's capital).
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Depending on school - please contact us directly.
Eligibility
* 15-19 years old
* 2.75 GPA or higher (4.0 scale)
* Flexible and mature personality; desire to be challenged, ability to remain open-minded and tolerant of cultural differences.
Housing/Accommodation
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Homestay / Host Family
AYUSA students are placed with carefully matched host families in Brazil. Typical placement cities are Goiania (the Goias state capital), Curitiba (the Parana state capital), Santa Maria (in the state of Rio Grande do Sul), and Brasilia (the nation's capital).
Program Costs
Academic Year (Jan) $6,750 Jan - Jan
Academic Year (July) $6,750 July - July
Fall Semester $6,550 July - Jan
Spring Semester $6,550 Jan - July
Summer Cultural Immersion $3,950 July
Costs
Include: Tuition includes:
* Round-trip international airfare from closest international airport to your community
* International round-trip airfare from a major U.S. city
* Placement in a carefully selected host family and school
* 24-hour worldwide emergency assistance throughout the program
* Pre-departure and in-country orientations
* Student Handbook
* Assistance in obtaining a passport and visa
* Supervision and counseling during the application process
and throughout the program
* Periodic progress reports
* AYUSA T-shirt
Prices as of June 2004. All prices subject to change.
Financial Aid
Yes.
AYUSA offers Youth Leader Scholarships (YLS) based on academic merit and financial need. Deadlines are October 1st and January 1st. For more information, visit: http://www.ayusa.org/study_abroad/scholarship_youth.htm
Dates
Summer (Jul - Aug) = April 1
Academic Year (Jan 25 - Jan 5) = Deadline Oct 1
Academic Year (Jul 25 - Jul 5) = Deadline April 1
Fall Semester (Jul 25 - Jan 5) = Deadline April 1
Spring Semester (Jan 25 - Jul 5) = Deadline Oct 1
All dates are approximations and vary from year to year. Academic Year programs are also available from January 25 to January 5.
Summer programs are available. Please contact AYUSA for more information.
Deadlines
October 1st & April 1st. (see above for specifics)
Contact
AYUSA Global Youth Exchange
High School Study Abroad
600 California Street Floor #10
San Francisco, CA 94108
USA
Tel:
800-727-4540
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