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  • Locations: Lisbon, Portugal
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Restrictions: U of A applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year U of A Application Deadline U of A Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 11/01/2024
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Rolling Admission 01/26/2025 05/10/2025
Fall 2025 04/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** If you are applying for an external program, please note the U of A application deadline listed may be different than the external program provider's application deadline.

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Study Abroad Advisor: Bumpers College: Miranda Behrends, College of Architecture & Design: TBD, College of Education & Health Professions: Miranda Behrends, College of Engineering: Madison Barnes, Fulbright College: Katie Sabo, Walton College: Kat Stoddard Type of Program: External
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.5 Credit Hours Available: Between 12-18 Credit Hours
Area of Study: African and Afri Amer Studies, Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Asian Studies, Business (Accounting), Business (Economics), Business (Entrepreneurship), Business (Finance), Business (International), Business (Management), Business (Mktg & Logistics), Communication, Comp Lit and Cultural Studies, English, European Studies, Geography, History, International Relations, Journalism, Law, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Religious Studies, Sociology Program Duration: Academic Year, Semester
Credit Type: Transfer Credit Language Courses Offered: Yes
Language of Instruction: English, Portuguese Open to non-U of A students?: No
Open to Graduate Students?: No Housing Options: Dorm, Homestay
COVID-19 Vaccination: Vendor strongly recommends (CIEE); https://studyabroad.uark.edu/pandemic-studyabroad/
Program Description:

Business + Culture

LISBON, PORTUGAL

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Program Overview

When you study abroad in Lisbon, you'll live and learn in one of the safest and most vibrant cities in all of Europe! Your time in Portugal's capital city will quickly become filled with strolling narrow, cobble-stoned streets, appreciating century-old buildings, immersing yourself in the local culture,  and enhancing your understanding of start-up ecosystems at local and international entrepreneurship hubs and events.

When class is in session, you'll take courses at CIEE Lisbon and CIEE's partner schools, Universidade Nova de Lisboa and the Instituto Superior de Ciências do Trabalho e de Empresas-Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (ISCTE-IUL). All your courses will be delivered by highly qualified faculty, who will give you insight into global business concepts and critical economic issues. Outside the classroom, your courses will be complemented with co-curricular activities and excursions organized by CIEE to enhance learning and provide intercultural understanding.

Unique Experiences

GAIN VALUABLE EXPERIENCE

with an internship at a local business. From a vibrant start-up industry to supporting academic research groups, you will become well-acquainted with Lisbon’s local professional community.

BECOME A MEMBER OF THE LOCAL BUSINESS STUDENT COMMUNITY

by taking classes at some of the most prestigious business schools in Portugal (AACSB accredited).

TRAVEL NORTH, UP THE COAST

to Portugal’s second largest city, Porto, a historic center dating back to Roman times known for its rich wine trade.

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Excursions & Activities

  • This program includes an overnight excursion to the second-largest city in Portugal: Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal, Porto is known for its architecture, amazing landscapes, and magnificent bridges. It is also the birthplace of the world-famous Port wine. Our featured program excursion includes a scenic walking tour around the best hidden gems of the city, a dinner and concert at Casa da Música, and a tour (including lunch) of the Serralves Foundation.
  • A visit to Évora, a beautiful, historic city located in Portugal's Alentejo region, which is known for its cork and wine  
  • Getting to know Setúbal, a town south of Lisbon, known for its beautiful coast and wonderful cuisine  
  • Participating in a workshop at a local sustainability start-up 
  • Discovering Cascais and its stunning beaches  

Internship

  • Gain valuable real-world work experience by putting your skills and talents to good use during an internship. Past students have worked in areas from communication to fashion to politics.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • 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
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • 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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