2005 ASU Summer Program in Brazil


The cablecar on Sugarloaf mountain

The 2005 Summer Program will spend six weeks in Rio de Janeiro, a city that needs no introduction. Few places on the planet have been as blessed by nature as Rio, with white beaches and blue skies, surrounded by mountains and forests mirrored in an emerald green ocean. Rio de Janeiro, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, fully justifies its title of "Marvelous City" (Cidade Maravilhosa). Rio is a city where past and present, nature and culture, both combine and collide.

The program is open to all prospective students interested in Brazil and the Portuguese language. The program will last from May 23 to July 1, 2005.

The following courses will be offered:
POR 101 Elementary Portuguese (5)
POR 201 Intermediate Portuguese (5)
POR 313 Portuguese Composition / Conversation (3)
POR 394 Brazilian Culture (1-6 credits)

The rhythm and vitality of the people of Rio, called Cariocas, is as famous as the music, lifestyle, architecture and scenery. Program participants will visit historic sites, artistic events, natural attractions and museums. A field trip to visit the internationally known resort of Buzios is planned. Classes in the Portuguese language are supplemented by additional lectures given by Brazilian specialists on a variety of subjects.

Students will live in the historic Santa Tereza district, located on Rio's South Side near the center. Santa Tereza spreads out over different hills, some with a seaside view, others overlooking Rio's Center or North Side or looking up to the majestic Cristo Redentor statue on Corcovado. Santa Tereza is minutes away from near downtown, the subway station and the internationally famous beaches such as Flamengo, Botafogo, Copacabana and Ipanema. If you want the chance to experience the best of Carioca culture, then you'll love Santa Tereza, which brings together lots of history, fascinating arquitecture, an intense cultural scene and bars and restaurants second to none. Room and board will be provided with local families, so that students can sense the receptiveness and customs of the Brazilian people. This includes basic meals and local transportation.

Below are some pictures of the Santa Tereza area.



Note…. This program has three main objectives: to increase students' oral and written Portuguese language skills; to facilitate students' knowledge of contemporary Brazil; and to provide students with the opportunity to discover and experience Brazilian culture and society. This is achieved through daily academic work combined with extensive excursions and exposure students to the diverse and unique aspects of life in Brazil. The cost of the six-week program is $2,370. This includes room and board, excursions and meals, but not airfare and tuition. For more information check the sources listed below. We have tried to provide as much information as possible to help prospective students.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Clarice Deal, LL 419 C, Phone: (480) 965-6401 Email: Clarice@asu.edu

Brochure Downloads

click for image Brochure for students.
This is an informal handout about the Portuguese language program (in jpeg format), focusing on Rio de Janeiro and living acommodations. A pdf version can be found here and a Word Document format version is here!
click for brochureASU Brazil Program information sheet.
This is a photo of the official brochure from the ASU Summer Programs office with all relevant information, including costs. An Adobe pdf version can be found here


ASU Documents and Necessary Forms

These are the basic forms and documents provided by the ASU Summer Sessions office for students participating in Study Abroad programs. These can also be obtained at the Ritter Building on the ASU Campus. Print them, fill then out and hand them in.

click for get list ASU Checklist for Summer Program.
This is the ASU checklist of all basic requirements (and steps) for a student to register for a Summer Study abroad Course. An Adobe pdf version of the checklist is here!
click for application form ASU Application form.
This is the Application form for the Portuguese Language Summer course in Brazil. You can fill it out and hand it in at the Summer Program Office, or apply online using the link below. This is an Adobe pdf file.
click for get forms ASU Waiver form.
This is really two forms: the Student Waiver form and the Agreement Form, in Microsoft Word format. Both are legal statements that are designed to protect ASU. All schools do this. An Adobe pdf version can be found here!
click for vaccination form ASU Immmunization form.
Some students might need this form to prove immunization status. This is usually for non-ASU students. I don't know why, but the document is in Excel spreadsheet format.
click for passport info sheet Passport Information sheet.
This sheet contains information provided by ASU about obtaining a passport. It takes about a month to prepare and process the paperwork and to receive the passport.
click for payment info sheet ASU Payment Information Sheet.
This sheet contains some basic information about payments for the Summer Programs.
click for visa form Visa request form.
This is the official form provided by the Brazilian Consulate in Los Angles. Complete it and send it with your passport, phtos and fee. All American citizens are required to have a valid visa. It takes between 2 to 3 weeks for normal processing. Also check out the link below to the Consulate for more useful information about travelling to Brazil.
There are a few more forms required in special circumstances, but most students will not need them. Be sure to checkout the official Summer Program site linked below for full details about the Summer Program application process.


Basic Information

Here are three pages to help the student preparing for the Brazil Summer Program. Please read them carefully. If you have any further questions and/or doubts, please contact Clarice at Clarice@asu.com.

Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions page.
On this page we try to answer all the usual questions about the Program and to provide useful tips for those participating.
Program events calendar Summer Program Calendar.
This is a page with the main dates relating to the 2005 Summer Program, including registration deadlines, payment due dates, meetings and, of course, course start and ending dates in Brazil.
Information sheet about financial aid Financial Aid Information.
More information about obtaining financial aid to help the student.


External Resources and Links

These are external links to additional resources that may be useful for the student.

click for image ASU Online Application Page.
This is a link to the Summer Sessions page. Click on the "Registering" link on the left for the interactive registration process. Non-ASU students can also use this link to apply for admission to ASU, a requirement prior to registering for any Summer Course.
click for link Financial Aid information link.
This is a link to a page at the Summer Sessions office about Scholarships and sources for Financial Aid.
click for link ASU Summer Programs Official Site.
This is the main page for the Summer Program 'Study Abroad' office, listing all the programs and courses available.
click for link Link to Brazilian Consulate.
This is the home page of the Brazilian Consulate in Los Angles. All Arizona residents must process their visas here. It also has some good information about Brazil that may be of interest.
click for link ASU Dept of Languages and Literatures Page.
This is a link to the Main Site of the Department of Languages and Literatures at Arizona State University.
click for link Return to Clarice's Main Page at Arizona State University.
This is a link to return to Clarice's Home page at ASU.