CIEE-Lisbon: Semester in Lisbon
Program Details
| Program Location |
Lisbon, Portugal
|
| Sponsor |
CIEE |
| Program Type |
Co-sponsored |
| Course # |
SA 31034
|
| Duration |
Semester
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| To Be Announced |
| Current Program Dates |
| Spring 2025 |
02/04/25 to
05/10/25 |
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Students participating in this fall 2025 program will receive a guaranteed flight voucher worth up to $1,500 from CIEE.
Known for its hospitality and the homely way it welcomes visitors, the western tip of Europe is the perfect place to launch your study abroad experience! If you are looking for a city full of authenticity where ancient history and old customs intermix with cultural entertainment and hi-tech innovation, Lisbon is the right place to go. The temperate weather, excellent cuisine, and safe atmosphere make it the perfect icing on the cake.
Lisbon is more affordable than many European cities, and well-connected to the rest of Europe - making it an excellent home base for exploring.
While spending the semester immersed in Portuguese culture at CIEE Lisbon, you will learn from highly-esteemed professors while taking courses in English or Portuguese at CIEE Lisbon and CIEE’s partner schools: NOVA FCSH (NOVA School of Social Sciences-Universidade Nova de Lisboa), NOVA SBE (NOVA School of Business-Universidade Nova de Lisboa), and ISCTE-IUL (Instituto Superior de Ciências do Trabalho e de Empresas-Instituto Universitário de Lisboa). All courses are complemented with co-curricular activities and excursions organized by CIEE beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
This program is sponsored by:
CIEE.
Eligibility
The program is open to Purdue students in good standing who have completed at least two semesters of university study by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement:
2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: none
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Liberal Arts] [
Daniels School of Business]
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Academic Program
All CIEE Semester in Lisbon students take four to five courses per semester, for a total of 12-18 credits, which can be a mix of CIEE and host institution courses.?Students can combine courses at NOVA-FCSH and either NOVA-SBE or ISCTE-IUL but not from both.
Portuguese language is offered and encouraged, but not required.
An internship option is also available.
Please note that while CIEE offers the opportunity to take online coursework through ASU Online, Purdue students are not permitted to enroll in these options during the program and must take their coursework directly through CIEE and/or the local partner universities they partner with (where applicable).
For more information, visit the CIEE website.
Excursions
Your program will include several activities and excursions, some examples are listed below (subject to change):
- Day trip to Évora to visit the stunning walled town of Évora, its Ancient Roman temple, and a 17th-century chapel entirely decorated with bones
- Day trip to Sintra and visit its enchanted palaces and taste amazing typical pastries
- Day trip to Setúbal, a town south of Lisbon, known for its beautiful coast (with its rich dolphin population!) and wonderful cuisine
- Take advantage of Lisbon’s vibrant theatre scene and visit the historic opera house, concert venues, galleries, a dynamic cinematheque, and great restaurants from all over the world
- Get into Portuguese academic life by joining a student association or sports team
Housing
CIEE Lisbon offers diverse housing options to ensure students are comfortable in their home away from home. From homestays to residence halls, CIEE will try their best to meet accommodation preferences. Upgraded housing options can be selected for an extra cost.
All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Students should expect some commute from housing to class - options range from 15-45 minutes.
Please see CIEE website for more housing information.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program. Program fee includes: tuition, on-site orientation, advising support, and some activities and excursions.
Depending on housing selection, some meals may be included.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2025
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
and Co-sponsor
|
| Program Fee |
$14,506.00
|
| Study Abroad Fee |
$914.10 |
| Housing |
$4,250.00 |
| Insurance |
$194.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,100.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$120.00 |
| Visa |
$150.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$50.00 |
| Meals |
$910.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$190.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
Application Deadlines
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Fall Semester Programs |
Mar 1 |
| Spring Semester Programs |
Sep 15 |
Returnees Information
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
