Nearly 4,000 São Paulo students invited to apply for free overseas exchange program
The São Paulo State Education Secretariat (Seduc-SP) has invited 3,954 students from the Central-West and West regions of São Paulo state to participate in the selection process for the "Prontos pro Mundo" international exchange program. English proficiency tests will be administered in state schools from August 3rd to August 7th. This program offers a three-month free exchange in English-speaking countries for students entering the 9th grade of elementary school.
Participation in the test does not guarantee a spot on the exchange; students must also meet other program criteria. These include academic performance, minimum attendance in classes and preparatory English courses, and good behavior. Of the total invited, 2,562 students are from the Central-West region (Bauru and Marília areas), and 1,522 are from the West region (Presidente Prudente area). The list of eligible students can be found on the official website.
The "Prontos pro Mundo" program, established by Seduc-SP, covers all expenses for selected students, including documentation, flights, accommodation, classes, transportation, and a living stipend. The results for the 500 students chosen for the first semester of 2027 will be announced by early September.
The "Prontos pro Mundo" initiative represents a strategic investment by the São Paulo State Education Secretariat in globalizing educational opportunities for its students. By covering all associated costs, the program aims to democratize access to international experiences, potentially fostering enhanced linguistic skills, cultural awareness, and broader future career prospects for participants. This approach addresses potential socioeconomic barriers that might otherwise prevent students from pursuing such opportunities. Looking ahead, the long-term impact will depend on the program's scalability, the quality of the educational experiences abroad, and how effectively these enriched skill sets are integrated into the students' subsequent academic and professional pathways within Brazil's evolving economy.
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