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Gap Year Programs - Brazil

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Gap Semester High School Program - Spring About 5 monthsFebruary 2013 -
July 2013
$11,200Apply now

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Age Range:

15 years 0 months - 18 years 6 months

Birth Date Range:

08/21/94 - 02/21/98

Travel Dates:

Feb 17-20, 2013 - July 26-29, 2013

Application Deadline: September 25, 2012



Brazil Gap Semester High School Program – Spring Departure

Take off to Brazil for an unforgettable semester in South America! While living with a host family, you will attend a local high school and learn about the Brazilian way of life.


Attending either a public or private school, you will go to class in the morning or afternoon. Subjects typically offered in Brazilian high schools include Portuguese literature, geography, math, etc. School is a great time to meet friends and get involved in sports, music, arts and clubs. AFS Brazil also offers some fascinating opportunities to see other parts of the country. Below are four optional trips currently offered (trip costs are in addition to program tuition):


  • Exploring the Amazon – 2 weeks
  • Travel to Northeast Brazil (Brasilia, beaches, etc)– 4 weeks
  • Iguazu Falls - 1 week
  • Pantanal-Bonito – 1 week

Also, your local AFS Chapter in Brazil may arrange occasional weekend picnics and gatherings to get international exchange students together.


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Gap Year High School Program - SpringAbout 11 monthsFebruary 2013 -
January 2014
$12,500Apply now

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Age Range:

15 years 0 months - 18 years 6 months

Birth Date Range:

08/22/94 - 02/22/98

Travel Dates:

Feb 17-20, 2013 - Jan 10-13, 2014

Application Deadline: September 25, 2012



Brazil Gap Year High School Program – Spring Departure

Live and study in the beautiful country of Brazil for one full academic year! While you live with a host family, you will attend a local high school in your host community.


Attending either a public or private school, you will go to class in the morning or afternoon. Subjects typically offered in Brazilian high schools include Portuguese literature, geography, math, etc. School is a great time to meet friends and get involved in sports, music, arts and clubs. AFS Brazil also offers some fascinating opportunities to see other parts of the country. Below are four optional trips currently offered (trip costs are in addition to program tuition):


  • Exploring the Amazon – 2 weeks
  • Travel to Northeast Brazil (Brasilia, beaches, etc)– 4 weeks
  • Iguazu Falls - 1 week
  • Pantanal-Bonito – 1 week

Also, your local AFS Chapter in Brazil may arrange occasional weekend picnics and gatherings to get international exchange students together.


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Gap Year High School Program - FallAbout 11 monthsAugust 2012 -
June 2013
$12,500Closed

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Age Range:

15 years 0 months - 18 years 6 months

Birthdate Range:

02/02/94 - 08/02/97

Travel Dates:

Jul 29-Aug 1, 2012 - Jun 21-24, 2013

Application Deadline Extended! Apply By March 27, 2012



Brazil Gap Year High School Program – Fall Departure

Live and study in the beautiful country of Brazil for one full academic year! While you live with a host family, you will attend a local high school in your host community.


Attending either a public or private school, you will go to class in the morning or afternoon. Subjects typically offered in Brazilian high schools include Portuguese literature, geography, math, etc. School is a great time to meet friends and get involved in sports, music, arts and clubs. AFS Brazil also offers some fascinating opportunities to see other parts of the country. Below are four optional trips currently offered (trip costs are in addition to program tuition):


  • Exploring the Amazon – 2 weeks
  • Travel to Northeast Brazil (Brasilia, beaches, etc)– 4 weeks
  • Iguazu Falls - 1 week
  • Pantanal-Bonito – 1 week

Also, your local AFS Chapter in Brazil may arrange occasional weekend picnics and gatherings to get international exchange students together.


Learn More about Brazil High School Programs





About Brazil

Brazil is a land of diversity, both in its landscape of rainforest, beaches and city, as well as its people who include native Indians and people of Portuguese, European, and African ancestries. It is home to Carnaval, a world-famous celebration, and daily celebrations like soccer matches, festivals, street parades, guitar gatherings and barbecues. Family life is important here, so don’t be surprised if many extended family members want to get to know you during your stay.


Please Note: Travel date ranges are provided to help with general scheduling. Please do not reserve any domestic travel based on these dates. AFS will notify confirmed participants with specific travel details approximately 45 days prior to departure. Programs, prices, and travel dates are subject to change without notice.





Currency:

reals (BRL)

Size:

8,514,877 sq km

Population:

201,103,330