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Locations: Lisbon, Portugal
Program Terms: Fall, Spring, Year
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides
Dates / Deadlines

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing:	Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore	Program Type:	study abroad
GPA Requirement:	2.5	Housing:	Flat
Fields of Study:	Accounting, Business, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Economics, Marketing, Political Science, Portuguese	Language of Instruction:	English, Portuguese

Program Description:

Semester at Universidade Católica Portuguesa

Experience the colorful neighborhoods and vibrant food scene of Lisbon while studying business, economics, and more at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP or Católica), located in the heart of the city.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Study business, economics, international studies, and Portuguese language
You'll learn alongside local students in small class sizes
Courses are taught by internationally educated faculty in UCP's top-ranked human sciences and business colleges
The School of Business and Economics has earned prestigious triple accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA)
Explore the cliffs and sea views of Sagres, try cooking a traditional Portuguese dish, and discover the riverside charm of Porto

Discover Lisbon

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year, we award more than $2.4 million in scholarships and grants to WorldStrides students studying or interning abroad. Take a look at the different ways you can make an experience abroad a reality.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
After submitting the application with your university, you will also apply through WorldStrides.

The WorldStrides Difference

Program Flexibility

No matter when or what you want to study, we have a program to fit your schedule and your degree.

Upfront Pricing

Study abroad without the guesswork. Clear costs, no hidden fees, and programs built for your budget.

Expert Support

From your first question to your first day overseas, our dedicated teams here and abroad have your back 24/7.

Unique Experiences

Go beyond the classroom with internships, community engagement, and faith-based programs.

Meet Corrie R.

"There was a lot of support for any questions I had or if I needed help with anything related to travel or school while I was there. We also received a lot of information about the place we were studying at and things going on in the city."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	10/15/2026 **	Rolling Admission	02/01/2027	06/01/2027
** 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.