Student city guide
Study in Curitiba
This guide explains student life in Curitiba, Brazil, including an estimated monthly student budget of $490, Subtropical highland climate with mild, damp winters and warm, rainy summers., VITEM IV (Student Visa) guidance, 56 universities. Explore verified details for Brazil below.

Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $490
- Climate
- Subtropical highland climate with mild, damp winters and warm, rainy summers.
- Safety score
- 55/100
- English friendliness
- 30%
- Student visa
- VITEM IV (Student Visa)
- Work while studying
- International students on a VITEM IV visa cannot work, but may do paid internships (estágio) strictly related to their degree.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$175
- Food$175
- Transport$52
- Leisure$88
Rent is for aroom in a shared flat, hostel, or homestay arranged through the PUCPR accommodation network.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Pioneering Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system makes commuting easy and affordable
- Known as the ecological capital of Brazil with abundant parks and green spaces
- Significantly cheaper cost of living compared to São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro
Considerations
- Winters are surprisingly cold and damp for Brazil
- English is not widely spoken outside of university campuses
- Urban crime requires constant situational awareness, especially at night
Student housing in Curitiba
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