Practical Information for International Students

Studying at FATEC São José dos Campos means living in one of Brazil’s most important technology and aerospace centers.

Located about 90 km from São Paulo, the city offers a safe environment, modern infrastructure, and a relatively affordable cost of living compared to many European cities.

The information below provides an estimated monthly budget for an international student, based on a typical student lifestyle.

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🟦 Estimated Monthly Cost of Living

Category	Estimated Cost
Accommodation	R$ 950
Food	R$ 700
Transportation	R$ 200 – R$ 300
Mobile phone	R$ 60
Personal expenses	R$ 350

Total estimated monthly budget

R$ 2,200 – R$ 2,500 per month

Approximate conversion: €400 – €460 per month

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🟩 Accommodation (Student Shared Housing)

Many students in Brazil live in shared student houses called “repúblicas.”

These houses typically include:

• private or shared bedrooms
• shared kitchen
• living room and study areas
• internet connection

Estimated monthly cost

Item	Cost
Room in student shared housing	R$ 800
Utilities (electricity, water, internet)	R$ 150

Total housing estimate: R$ 950 / month

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🟧 Food and Daily Meals

Students usually combine home cooking with occasional meals in restaurants.

Typical prices:

• Simple restaurant meal: around R$35
• Groceries are widely available in supermarkets near student neighborhoods.

Estimated monthly cost

Item	Cost
Groceries	R$ 500
Meals outside	R$ 200

Estimated food budget: R$ 700 / month

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🟨 Transportation to Campus

Students usually reach the university by public bus or shared charter vans.

Option 1 – Public Bus

• Average fare: R$ 6,50
• Monthly cost estimate: R$ 300

Option 2 – Chartered Student Van

Many students prefer shared vans that provide direct transportation to the university.

Estimated cost:

R$ 250 – R$ 350 per month

Average estimate: R$ 300

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🟪 Mobile Phone and Internet

Brazil has several mobile providers offering prepaid plans suitable for students.

Estimated cost

Item	Cost
Mobile phone plan	R$ 60

Plans usually include:

• mobile internet
• messaging apps
• local calls

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🟥 Personal Expenses

This category includes daily necessities and leisure activities.

Item	Cost
Personal care / pharmacy	R$ 80
Leisure activities	R$ 150
Study materials / miscellaneous	R$ 120

Estimated total: R$ 350 / month

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🌎 Summary for International Students

A student living in shared housing and following a typical student lifestyle in São José dos Campos can expect a monthly budget of approximately:

💰 R$ 2,200 – R$ 2,500

💶 €400 – €460

This makes the city an accessible and affordable destination for international students, especially compared with many European university cities.

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