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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.

Curitiba, Brazil
Curitiba, Brazil — photo via Wikimedia Commons

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

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

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Universities in Curitiba

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) International Student Handbook 2025 estimated budget of BRL 2,800 per month, converted to USD. Figures apply to 2025.

Figures for Curitiba 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: 2025. Last reviewed September 2026.

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