F.A.Q

  1. The academic calendars of FGV EPGE and international institutions may differ. For example, final exams at your home institution might overlap with the start of classes here. We recommend consulting with both institutions in advance to manage any potential conflicts.

  2. Yes, exchange students can take courses offered by other FGV schools, such as Business, Law, and Digital Communication. You must check the course availability and scheduling. Click here to see the course catalogs for each school.

  3. The conversion of class hours into credits varies by institution. We suggest consulting your home university's guidelines for credit conversion. However, EPGE can provide detailed course syllabi to help your institution evaluate the coursework.

  4. While FGV EPGE does not provide on-campus housing, there are several accommodation options nearby. We recommend looking into student housing, shared apartments, or homestays. For more detailed information, please refer to our General Information page.

  5. Yes, it is possible to take exams in English even if the course is taught in Portuguese. This arrangement should be discussed with the course instructor at the beginning of the semester.

  6. Exchange students must meet the nomination requirements set by their home institution and ensure that all necessary documents are submitted to EPGE. For a detailed list of requirements, please refer to our Application Guidelines.

  7. The International Office is dedicated to assisting international students throughout their stay at EPGE. Additionally, exchange students are paired with a “buddy” – a Brazilian student who can help navigate both academic and daily life in Rio.

  8. Yes, EPGE regularly hosts seminars and lectures by distinguished professors.