Skip to content
Eternity

Student city guide

Study in Campinas

This guide explains student life in Campinas, Brazil, including an estimated monthly student budget of $650, Tropical altitude climate with dry winters and warm, rainy summers., Temporary Visa IV (VITEM IV) guidance, 14 universities. Explore verified details for Brazil below.

Campinas, Brazil
Campinas, Brazil — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$650
Climate
Tropical altitude climate with dry winters and warm, rainy summers.
Safety score
50/100
English friendliness
30%
Student visa
Temporary Visa IV (VITEM IV)
Work while studying
Regular employment is prohibited on a student visa, but students may undertake paid, study-related internships (estágio).

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$40
  • Food$400
  • Transport$60
  • Leisure$150

Rent is for asubsidized room in UNICAMP's student housing program for beneficiary students.

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

Potential advantages

  • Home to UNICAMP, one of Latin America's top-ranked universities.
  • Significantly lower cost of living compared to São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro.
  • Major technology and research hub offering excellent academic networking.

Considerations

  • Limited English proficiency outside of the university environment.
  • Public transportation can be unreliable and crowded.
  • Safety requires constant vigilance, particularly at night.

Student housing in Campinas

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Campinas, Brazil. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

Browse student housing in Campinas

Universities in Campinas

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows the [UNICAMP Information Sheet](https://www.physics.auth.gr/uploads/attachment/translation/local_file/5408/UNICAMP_Information_Sheet_2016.pdf) (2016) which publishes a total estimated living cost of US$ 600-700 per month. Rent is based on the 2024 [Portal Unicamp](https://www.unicamp.br/en/noticias/2024/03/11/parceria-preve-cessao-de-vagas-de-moradia-para-estudantes-da-unicamp) subsidized housing fee of R$ 200 (approx. US$ 40), with food, transport, and leisure estimated to align with th Figures apply to 2016-2024.

Figures for Campinas are taken from the published official student budgets listed below, 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: 2016-2024. Last reviewed September 2026.

Cookie choices

Essential storage keeps the app secure. Optional storage is used only with your choice. Read our Cookies Policy.