The Center for Languages and Intercultural Communication is excited to offer Rice in Brazil again in 2026.

Experience the heart of Afro-Brazilian culture in Salvador, Brazil’s first colonial capital and one of Latin America’s most vibrant cities. Explore breathtaking colonial architecture, world-famous music, and rich cultural traditions while improving your Portuguese and gaining real-world experience.

Dive into Brazil’s history and contemporary issues through hands-on projects, site visits, and community engagement.

Perfect for students interested in pre-law, international law, social policy, architecture, social sciences, humanities, Latin American studies, and modern languages.

Improve your portfolio with research projects and practicums with community-based organizations, connecting academic learning to meaningful, real-world experiences.

For more information, contact the faculty leaders:

Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman, PhD., Associate Professor of Sociology, award-winning researcher with over 15 years of community-based research experience and leading abroad programs in Brazil.

Marcus Guilherme Valdares, PhD., Lecturer, native Brazilian, experienced in teaching languages in global contexts and taking students abroad.

Rice in Brazil will feature:

• 6 Rice credit hours
• Accommodations with a local family
• Local/regional excursions
• Language partners
• Community engagement

Learn about financial aid options at this link: Rice in Country Financial Aid