Study Abroad in Portugal
Take the plunge into Portugal with CIEE and live in the Western tip of Europe.
Spend a summer, semester, or year studying abroad on one of CIEE’s study abroad programs in Portugal and improve your Portuguese in a country with a rich, multi-cultural history. A welcoming country with much to explore, studying in Portugal immerses students in a unique environment with nearby mountains and sea, a mild climate, and relatively low cost of living.
A fast-modernizing metropolis that has retained the allure of its colorful history, Lisbon allows students to enjoy a vibrant theater scene, a historic opera house, museums, concert venues, galleries, a cinemathèque, and more. Choose courses in the sciences and humanities, or indulge an interest in archaeology in the capital city of Lisbon.
While abroad, students may enhance their academic experience by completing a full- or part-time internship in Portugal. This unique opportunity allows students to gain real-world international work experience, expand their professional networks, and develop valuable skills that complement their studies. Internships are available across diverse industries, including business, marketing, manufacturing, sustainability, and more, providing a well-rounded perspective of today's global job market and enriching the overall study abroad experience.
In Portugal, CIEE gives students access to homestays, internships, volunteering opportunities, and direct enrollment options with added cultural clubs, activities, and excursions. Come study in Portugal with CIEE and learn Portuguese abroad in this uniquely immersive international environment.
Study Abroad Programs in Portugal
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Spend your winter break learning about the cultural and political trends of the last century in Portugal.
- Lisbon, Portugal
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Come explore Portuguese culture and history
- Big City
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Study Program
- Full-Time Internship
Lisbon is a major spot for tourism and Portuguese traditions.
- Big City
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Study Program
Live and learn in one of the safest and most vibrant cities in all of Europe.
- AACSB-Accredited
- ASU Courses
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Launch your exploration of Portuguese culture and history
- AACSB-Accredited
- ASU Courses
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
At CIEE Lisbon, students from all areas of study will have the chance to experience the city’s many cultural wonders while earning college credits.
- ASU Courses
- Big City
- Host Institution
New Programs Coming Soon
- Engineering, Technology, and Science – Coming Fall 2025
- Intern + Study Abroad – Coming Summer 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Steeped in ancient history, Portugal is a major player in European politics, economics, culture, and tourism that students can learn from and immerse themselves in. If you’re a student looking to study in one of Portugal’s biggest cities full of history and culture, Lisbon may be the place for you!
Read more: Why Study Abroad in Portugal: 4 Key Reasons
Portugal is a great place to study abroad for students looking to live in a historically-rich seaport where they can increase their knowledge of Portuguese language. In Portugal, students have the option to live with a host family for an authentic look into Portuguese life, as well as opportunities to travel around the country on unique excursions to Porto, Évora, Sintra, and more!
Some of CIEE’s best courses to study in Portugal include communication, cultural studies, Portuguese language, art history, philosophy, and political science. In addition to their coursework, students may also be able to participate in an internship or volunteer in Portugal at a variety of organizations.
The cost of studying abroad in Portugal varies depending on the specific program that you choose and how long you plan to study abroad for. For detailed cost information, we recommend researching each individual Portugal study abroad program page.
For costs not included in your program’s outlined fees, it’s important to consider factors surrounding your individual journey while abroad.
Read more: How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad?
You can learn Portuguese abroad on one of CIEE's study abroad programs in Lisbon. To improve your Portuguese language skills, we recommend one of our study abroad programs in Portugal:
Check out Study Abroad in Portugal: FAQs for more information on stuyding Portuguese abroad.
Yes, you can absolutely complete an internship abroad in Portugal with CIEE. Our international internship programs allow college students to choose from a variety of full- and part-time internships abroad in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, finance, hospitality, healthcare, public policy, and more!
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