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Discover with WorldStrides: Semester at Universidade Catolica Portuguesa (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Lisbon, Portugal
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026 11/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission 02/01/2026 05/31/2026

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Type: Program Provider Areas of Study: Accounting, Business, Economics, Marketing, Political Science
Minimum Class Standing: Freshman, Junior, Senior, Sophomore GPA Requirement: 2.5
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Apartment
Program Description:
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Semester at Universidade Católica Portuguesa

Experience the colorful neighborhoods and vibrant food scene of Lisbon while studying business, economics, and more at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP or Católica), located in the heart of the city.

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Program highlights

  • Study business, economics, international studies, and Portuguese language

  • You'll learn alongside local students in small class sizes

  • Courses are taught by internationally educated faculty in UCP's top-ranked human sciences and business colleges

  • The School of Business and Economics has earned prestigious triple accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA)

  • Explore the cliffs and sea views of Sagres, try cooking a traditional Portuguese dish, and discover the riverside charm of Porto

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Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

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"There was a lot of support for any questions I had or if I needed help with anything related to travel or school while I was there. We also received a lot of information about the place we were studying at and things going on in the city."

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