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Study in Cruz das Almas

This guide explains student life in Cruz das Almas, Brazil, including an estimated monthly student budget of $194, Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a distinct wet season., VITEM IV (Student Visa) guidance, 3 universities. Explore verified details for Brazil below.

Cruz das Almas, Brazil
Cruz das Almas, Brazil — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$194
Climate
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round and a distinct wet season.
Safety score
40/100
English friendliness
10%
Student visa
VITEM IV (Student Visa)
Work while studying
Regular employment is not permitted; international students may only undertake paid, study-related internships (estágio).

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$94
  • Food$60
  • Transport$10
  • Leisure$30

Rent is for Based on the UFRB Bolsa Pecuniária Moradia, a financial stipend provided directly to students to cover basic housing expenses.

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

Potential advantages

  • Extremely affordable cost of living compared to major Brazilian cities
  • Home to the main campus of the Federal University of Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB)
  • Rich local culture, famous for its traditional Festa de São João

Considerations

  • Portuguese is essential as English is rarely spoken
  • Fewer amenities and leisure options than large cities like Salvador
  • Public transport and infrastructure can be basic

Student housing in Cruz das Almas

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Universities in Cruz das Almas

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows the Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB) published housing stipend of R$ 515/month, supplemented by the Universidade Federal de Viçosa's official estimate of R$ 900/month for essential expenses for federal university students in Brazil, converted to USD at a rate of 5.5 BRL. Figures apply to 2024.

Figures for Cruz das Almas 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: 2024. Last reviewed September 2026.

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