International students, through the mobility program (Exchange Students), must be nominated by the home institution and submit their application according to the deadlines below:

• To study in the 01st semester from February to June: October 31st 
• To study in the 02nd semester from August to December: May 30th

Academic Calendar:

• 01st Semester: from early February to late June 
• 02nd Semester: from early August to mid-December

International students are not required to provide proof of Portuguese language proficiency. However, they must confirm during the application process that they are aware that the courses will be taught in Portuguese.

For courses taught in English: TOEFL iBT 70, IELTS 5.5, or a letter from the home institution certifying English language proficiency at the B1 level or higher

We understand that not being fluent in Portuguese may be a concern for international students. Therefore, Unaerp provides support through institutional initiatives that encourage the use of English and Spanish as academic support languages.

In some courses, although classes are taught in Portuguese but students may communicate with professors in English or Spanish to clarify questions during class. In certain cases, and at the professor’s discretion, assignments, presentations, and assessments may also be completed in these languages.

However, students are encouraged to learn Portuguese in order to enhance their academic experience, improve integration into university life, and fully engage with Brazilian culture.

Yes, Unaerp offers courses taught in foreign languages. For more information about the available course options, please click here.

UNAERP does not offer housing on their campuses, each student is responsible for arranging their own accommodation. However, UNAERP assists and indicates some safe locals around the University.

The foreigner who is in Brazil as a student regularly enrolled at a higher education institution has the right to participate in internships, paid or not, following the same conditions of a Brazilian student, as Law No. 11.788, OF 25 SEPTEMBER 2008 it is prohibited only the possibility of working with a formal contract.

All international students who will study in Brazil for more than 90 days must obtain a student visa, in accordance with Brazilian immigration regulations. For students staying for less than 90 days, visa requirements vary depending on the student’s nationality.

To apply for a student visa or obtain additional information, students will receive a Letter of Acceptance from UNAERP and should contact the nearest Brazilian Embassy or Consulate in their country for guidance on the visa application process.

Important: obtaining a student visa is the sole responsibility of the international student. Unaerp is not responsible for any delays in the visa application, processing, or issuance. Upon receiving the Letter of Acceptance, students are strongly advised to begin the visa application process as early as possible to ensure that the visa is issued before the start of the academic semester.

The final grade in each course is expressed on a scale from 0 (zero) to 10 (ten).

In order to pass, the student must obtain a minimum final grade of 5.0 (five) or higher.

The student must attend at least 75% of the classes to be approved.

Most Unaerp courses have a workload of 33 or 67 contact hours (face-to-face). Some courses have a total workload of 80 hours, combining classroom instruction with online activities delivered through the Virtual Learning Environment (AVA).

Unlike the ECTS credit system, these hours refer only to classroom instruction and/or online activities.

Located in the state of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto is a vibrant and welcoming city with approximately 700,000 inhabitants. It is the third-largest city in the São Paulo State and is recognized for its high quality of life, modern infrastructure, and strong economy.

The city is served by Leite Lopes Airport (RAO), which offers domestic flights to major Brazilian hubs, and has two intercity bus terminals with connections to destinations throughout the country.

UNAERP is located in the Ribeirânia neighborhood, one of the city’s most convenient areas for students. Within walking distance or a short drive from campus, students can find:

• Student accommodation
• Supermarkets and Convenience stores
• Pharmacies
• Bakeries and cafés
• Restaurants
• Shopping Mall

Ribeirão Preto offers an excellent balance between academic life and leisure, providing international students with a safe, comfortable, and well-connected environment throughout their exchange experience.