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Brazil: Universidade de Sao Paulo

The University of Sao Paulo is the largest higher education and research institution in Brazil, and also ranked as number one in Latin America. It is a state university with approximatelly 90 000 students. It has outstanding projection around the world, and develops a large number of Brazilian masters and doctoral students.

University in brief

Language of instruction: Portuguese
Academic calendar: February-June, July-December
Credit system: 20 units is equivalent to 30 ECTS credits
Website:  usp.br
Youtube: usponline
Note: The university will assist in finding accommodation but does not provide on campus living. Note that language of instruction is in Portuguese. The university consists of various campuses, spread out in the state of Sao Paulo, think about distances when you choose courses. 

Exchange opportunities

Number of spots: 4 semester or 2 full-year spots per year
Grade requirements: none

Programme specific information

If your programme or school is not listed below, contact the international coordinator at your school.