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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Sophomore Program Type: study abroad
Program: Affiliate GPA Requirement: 2.5
Housing: Dormitory, Homestay Fields of Study: African Culture Studies, Anthropological Linguistics, Anthropology, Art History, Communication Studies, Creative Writing, History, International Studies, Multiculture Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Telecommunication & Film, Women's Studies, World Literature
Language of Instruction: English
Program Description:

Summer in Lisbon

LISBON, PORTUGAL

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Program Overview

The western tip of Europe is steeped in ancient history, creating a rich base to launch a great summer. Come explore Portuguese culture and history. Expand your horizons with coursework and excursions, and make new friends and memories you'll always remember.

Unique Experiences

GET TO KNOW PORTUGUESE HISTORY

and culture with coursework taught in English.

STEP OUT OF THE CLASSROOM

and learn on the go at museums, monuments, festivals, and more.

EXPLORE BEYOND LISBON

with day- and weekend-adventures to noted towns rooted in medieval and coastal history.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Take advantage of Lisbon's vibrant theater and historic opera house, plus concert venues, galleries, a dynamic cinemathèque, and summer festivals.
  • Experience authentic Portuguese family life with a homestay.
  • See more of the country with a day-trip to Sintra, Mafra, or Óbidos, and a weekend in Évora, Porto, or Coimbra.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Three-day orientation – an introduction to Portuguese culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Overnight excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission 05/19/2026 07/14/2026
Summer I 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer II 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.