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Studying in Portugal

Top 40 European business school. 100% English instruction. Beautiful new campus by the Atlantic Ocean near Lisbon. Portugal is safe, affordable, and sunny.

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Schools

1

Lowest Tuition

$9,000

per year

Avg Acceptance Rate

35%

English Programs

Yes

Essentials for US Students

Visa / Permit

US students need a Portuguese student visa (type D), applied for at the Portuguese consulate. After arrival, register with SEF (or AIMA) for a residence permit. Portugal also has a favorable Digital Nomad Visa that some students combine with studies.

Application Tip

Nova SBE's stunning campus on the Carcavelos beach near Lisbon is one of Europe's most unique settings. Lisbon has rapidly become a tech and startup hub with a lower cost of living than Western European capitals.

Tuition Overview

Nova SBE charges approximately €9,000–€15,000/yr (~$10,000–$17,000 USD) for international students depending on the program — competitive pricing for a top European business school.

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Scholarships to Explore

Nova SBE offers merit scholarships for top-ranked international applicants. The Portuguese government offers scholarships through the Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior (DGES).

  • Nova SBE Merit Scholarship
  • Nova SBE Social Mobility Scholarship

About Studying in Portugal as a US Student

There is 1 university in Portugal featured in this directory, led by Nova School of Business and Economics (ranked #40 globally by QS). Tuition for international students starts at $9,000/yr, with an average acceptance rate of approximately 35% across all schools. English-medium programs are available, making Portugal accessible without prior language training for many degrees.