Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee66,660USD
- Start dateSep
- QS Ranking#16
Program overview
What Yale University says about their program:
The Portuguese program at Yale University is a liberal arts major designed to develop proficiency in the Portuguese language. It also provides students with a deep understanding of the literatures and cultures of Portugal, Brazil, and other Portuguese-speaking regions.
The curriculum focuses on language competence and includes advanced courses in Luso-Brazilian literature and culture after two years of study. Students engage with authentic materials and have opportunities to publish their work in the digital magazine, Revista dos Estudantes de Português da Yale.
This program is ideal for those interested in exploring the diverse aspects of the Portuguese-speaking world. Graduates can pursue various career paths in education, translation, and cultural studies, benefiting from a comprehensive knowledge of the language and its cultural contexts.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Proof of your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
- TOEFL (or IELTS) scores if your native language is not English or the language of instruction of your bachelor's degree was not English.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Proof of your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Statement of purpose (500-1000 words)
- Transcripts for each listed prior institution of study
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (if applicable)
- Certified translations of documents not in English
Required grades
We are not aware of any specific A levels, IB or GPA grading score requirements for this program.
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to see how attainable this program is.
Additional requirements
Tests and examinations
- All students who have not yet taken Portuguese at Yale are expected to take the departmental placement test, with the exception of students who have no previous knowledge of Portuguese
Experience
- Knowledge of either Spanish or Portuguese at L3 level or higher; or equivalent score on placement exam
How to apply
2 routes available:
Fees
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What is the cost of living near Yale University?
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,559 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $973 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $100 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $62 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $63 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $220 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $83 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $13 |
| Gym membership | $32 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and finaid.yale.edu (University published).
Visa requirements for Yale University
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