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Study in Barra do Garças

This guide explains student life in Barra do Garças, Brazil, including an estimated monthly student budget of $350, Tropical savanna climate with a hot, rainy wet season and a distinct dry season., VITEM IV (Student Visa) guidance, 2 universities. Explore verified details for Brazil below.

Barra do Garças, Brazil
Barra do Garças, Brazil — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$350
Climate
Tropical savanna climate with a hot, rainy wet season and a distinct dry season.
Safety score
60/100
English friendliness
15%
Student visa
VITEM IV (Student Visa)
Work while studying
International students on a VITEM IV visa are strictly prohibited from working in Brazil.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$150
  • Food$120
  • Transport$30
  • Leisure$50

Rent is for An estimated portion of the national visa proof-of-funds requirement, representing a room in a shared student flat.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Very low cost of living compared to major Brazilian cities like São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro.
  • Access to beautiful natural attractions, including the Araguaia River and the Roncador mountain range.
  • Authentic Brazilian cultural immersion with a close-knit community feel.

Considerations

  • Extremely limited English proficiency in the area; fluency in Portuguese is essential for daily life.
  • Remote location in the interior of Mato Grosso makes international travel and flights difficult.
  • Fewer amenities, healthcare facilities, and entertainment options than larger student cities.

Student housing in Barra do Garças

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Universities in Barra do Garças

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Figures for Barra do Garças are researched estimates and are not taken from an official published budget, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024. Last reviewed September 2026.

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