The Portuguese Flagship Program

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The Portuguese Flagship Program (PFP) at the University of Georgia is the first and only of its kind. Intended for UGA undergraduate students with a unique commitment to reach the highest levels of Portuguese and apply those skills in a professional context, the PFP offers an unprecedented opportunity for motivated students to internationalize their academic experience. For many it will also serve as a stepping-stone into an international career.

More than a study abroad program, the PFP is structured to complement the student’s major area of study from the moment he or she arrives at UGA. Participating students also benefit from accelerated classes, regular group or one-on-one tutorials, Skype partners in Brazil, rich cultural events, support for immersion experiences both in the US and abroad, and a capstone year studying at UFSJ – a leading Brazilian university – and completing a semester long internship in Brazil.

Throughout their four years of study, PFP students strive to achieve superior proficiency in Portuguese and gain insight into how this skill and body of knowledge will create future opportunities. We encourage you to browse the site and contact us, or just visit us at the PFP office.

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Learn new skills, meet new places, make lifelong friendships, advance your career prospects, have unforgettable experiences… but, just as importantly, discover a new self you never new existed!

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Funding from The Language Flagship allows The University of Georgia Portuguese Flagship Program to offer merit-based funding for students with a proven track record of dedication to and success in the study of Portuguese.

PFP scholars in good standing may receive funding for summer immersion programs in the U.S. and Brazil and funding for the Capstone Year program. Students are expected to seek out other funding sources and scholarships, from UGA and outside UGA, to complement Flagship support.

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What To Expect

Fun, challenging classes, tailored for Flagship students during the Capstone Year.
A rich cultural experience rooted in daily engagement with local students and community members.
Accelerated language study and significant proficiency advancements
Organized trips to explore the cultural and natural sites of Brazil.
Capstone Year with 6 months in São João del Rei, Minas Gerais, followed by 6 month internship.

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Our Mission

In collaboration with The Language Flagship and UFSJ (Federal University of Sao Joao del Rei - Minas Gerais), the mission of UGA’s Portuguese Flagship Program (PFP) is to graduate students, through innovative language education, with Superior level proficiency in Portuguese and overseas internship experience, to create the next generation of global professionals.