<p dir="ltr" style="">When you move to a new city like Rio de Janeiro to study, finding a place to live becomes a top priority. While we know reasonable and affordable student accommodation is hard to come by, we at Casita are here to help! Our accommodation experts and 24-hour multilingual support will help guide you through the process of finding and landing the ideal student accommodation in Rio de Janeiro and make sure you secure one that suits your needs through a completely free-of-charge process.</p><h2 dir="ltr" style="">Why Book Student Accommodation in Rio de Janeiro?</h2><p dir="ltr" style="">Rio de Janeiro is Brazil’s second-most populous city and one of its largest economical centres. The city is famous for a variety of things, including its long sandy beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema and its annually held festivals and events like the Carnival that attract thousands of tourists every year from all over the world. Rio de Janeiro has several landmarks and attractions, some of which have been recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, while others, like the statue of Christ The Redeemer, have been named one of the new seven wonders of the world. Rio de Janeiro is also a famous sports city, it houses one of the world’s largest football stadiums, The Maracana Stadium. Additionally, the city is Brazil’s second-largest centre of research and development as it’s home to several renowned universities, colleges and higher education institutions that offer high-quality education to both local and international students, as well as provide them with excellent research facilities and development opportunities.</p><h2 dir="ltr" style="">Universities in Rio de Janeiro</h2><p dir="ltr" style="">Casita has several options for student accommodation in Rio de Janeiro near the city’s most renowned universities and institutions. Here are some available options you can check out and choose from.</p><h4 dir="ltr" style=""><a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/rio-de-janeiro/federal-university-of-rio-de-janeiro" style="font-weight: normal;">Federal University of Rio de Janeiro</a></h4><ul style=""><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Casita has three available options for student accommodation in Rio de Janeiro near this university.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Several bus stops are located close to this university, including Avenida Pedro Calmon próximo ao 443, which is a two-minute walk from campus.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Nearby attractions include <a href="https://ingressos.aquariomarinhodorio.com.br/?utm_source=meunegocio&amp;utm_medium=organico&amp;utm_campaign=divulgacao" rel="nofollow">AquaRio Aquarium</a> and <a href="https://world.new7wonders.com/wonders/cristo-redentor-1931-rio-de-janeiro-brazil/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christ The Redeemer</a>.</p></li></ul><h4 dir="ltr" style=""><a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/rio-de-janeiro/rio-de-janeiro-state-university" style="font-weight: normal;">Rio de Janeiro State University</a></h4><ul style=""><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">There are three available options for student accommodation offered by Casita near this university.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Rua Luís de Matos próximo ao 19 is one of the many surrounding bus stops and is located a three-minute walk away.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Tijuca National Park and <a href="https://www.stadiumguide.com/maracana/" rel="nofollow">Maracana</a> are among this university’s nearby attractions.</p></li></ul><h4 dir="ltr" style=""><a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/rio-de-janeiro/pontifical-catholic-university-of-rio-de-janeiro" style="font-weight: normal;">Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro</a></h4><ul style=""><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Casita provides three student accommodation options close to this university.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Rua Marquês de São Vicente próximo ao 300 is a nearby bus stop located 9 minutes away from the university on foot.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">The university is surrounded by several city attractions, including <a href="https://www.gov.br/jbrj/pt-br" rel="nofollow">Rio’s Botanical Garden</a> and <a href="https://world.new7wonders.com/wonders/cristo-redentor-1931-rio-de-janeiro-brazil/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christ The Redeemer</a>.</p></li></ul><h4 dir="ltr" style=""><a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/sao-paulo/federal-university-of-sao-paulo" style="font-weight: normal;">Fluminense Federal University</a></h4><ul style=""><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">About four student accommodation options offered by Casita are available in close proximity to this university.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Rua Presidente Domiciano próximo ao 195 is among the university’s surrounding bus stops and is located a short four-minute walk from campus.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr"><a href="http://mhn.museus.gov.br/" rel="nofollow">The National History Museum</a> and Escadaria Selarón are a couple of this university’s surrounding attractions.</p></li></ul><h2 dir="ltr" style="">Student Life in Rio de Janeiro</h2><p dir="ltr" style="">As a student, moving to a new and foreign city like Rio de Janeiro could prove rather challenging. This is why we’re here to answer some of the questions you might have regarding student life there!</p><h4 dir="ltr" style="">Is Rio de Janeiro Good for International Students?</h4><p dir="ltr" style="">Rio de Janeiro is a large centre for education, research and development in Brazil and South America. Not only does the city has a number of renowned universities, colleges and higher education institutions, but it also has a high GDP, allowing it to offer its graduates multiple job opportunities as well as provide them with excellent research and development facilities. The city also houses a diverse population and has a warm and welcoming environment that makes it an acceptable place for different cultures and backgrounds. This, along with its beauty as a coastal city and a tourist destination, make it an ideal place for international students.</p><h4 dir="ltr" style="">How Is The Quality of Life in Rio de Janeiro?</h4><p dir="ltr" style="">Rio de Janeiro is a city with a high economic and financial standing, thus having a rather large job market and offering its residents multiple career opportunities. This, along with the city’s overall affordability, as well as its status as a tourist destination make for a relatively good quality of life for people living or studying in the city.</p><h4 dir="ltr" style="">Is Rio de Janeiro Cheap?</h4><p dir="ltr" style="">Rio de Janeiro is considerably cheap, compared to other cities of similar stature. The average amount you’d need as a student there is around 540 EUR per month to cover most of your expenses, including food and transportation, but excluding accommodation.</p><h2 dir="ltr" style="">Transportation in Rio de Janeiro</h2><p dir="ltr" style="">Navigating the city you’re studying in and being able to get around with ease is an important priority for students, and the Rio de Janeiro transportation system does not disappoint in this area. The city has a very extensive transportation network made up of trains, buses, railways, metros, bicycles, airports, ports, ferries, and trams among other things. The main mode of transportation in Rio de Janeiro is the bus; the city has around 440 bus lines that serve millions of passengers every day, there are air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses. The Metro is the safest and cleanest means of public transportation in the city; there are three metro lines and 41 stations, with several commuter rails, operating within the city. There’s also a light rail system with three lines and 42 stations, as well as an electric tramway system that operates during the day and is a cheap way to get to different parts of the city. Commuters who live in other cities opposite Rio de Janeiro use the ferry to get to the city for work or school. There are several roads and motorways in the city connecting different areas to one another as well as connecting the city to other neighbouring Brazilian cities, however, due to the level of traffic and congestion on the city’s main road, driving may not be the best option. Rio also has several bicycle paths that mostly run along beaches, as well as a bike-sharing system with 600 available bikes at 60 different rental stations spread out across 14 neighbourhoods. Tickets for most transit options are available as single tickets per ride or rechargeable cards with added benefits.</p><h2 dir="ltr" style="">Must-Visit Places in Rio de Janeiro</h2><p dir="ltr" style="">Rio de Janeiro is a beautiful city with a busy atmosphere and a vibrant nightlife. The city is a renowned tourist destination with plenty to offer, from beaches to festivals and museums, the city has something for everyone. From the numerous attractions and landmarks spanning the city, here are some of the ones you absolutely must visit during your stay there. The city’s most notable landmark is <a href="https://world.new7wonders.com/wonders/cristo-redentor-1931-rio-de-janeiro-brazil/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christ The Redeemer</a>, which is a statue perched on the top of the Corcovado Summit overlooking the city and is a widely recognized symbol of Rio. This city monument has been named one of the new seven wonders of the world and is surrounded by another of Rio’s famous monuments, Tijuca National Park. Sugarloaf is a rock peak towering hundreds of metres above the harbour offering stunning views of the city and the bay; you can take a cable car to this attraction and enjoy the views from above. Of the city's numerous famous and most beautiful beaches, Copacabana is the most notable of them all. This beach also houses some of the city’s other attractions: the <a href="https://www.belmond.com/hotels/south-america/brazil/rio-de-janeiro/belmond-copacabana-palace/?utm_source=local_search&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_campaign=google_business" rel="nofollow">Copacabana Palace</a>, the Copacabana Fort and the <a href="https://www.mhexfc.eb.mil.br/pt-br/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Museum of The History of The Army</a>. <a href="https://www.gov.br/jbrj/pt-br" rel="nofollow">Rio’s Botanical Garden</a> is another must-visit attraction; it houses an iron-and-glass greenhouse called the Orchidarium, which houses around 2,000 species of orchids, Japanese Gardens with cherry trees, bonsai, and koi ponds, and a sensory garden of aromatic plants and herbs. The Botanical Garden is a UNESCO biosphere reserve with over 8,000 species of plants, as well as animals and birds. The <a href="https://www.stadiumguide.com/maracana/" rel="nofollow">Maracana</a> is one of the world’s largest football stadiums and is considered one of Rio’s most famous landmarks. An architectural and artistic attraction is the church and monastery of Sao Bento, which is a 17th-century monument still standing to this day. These are barely a few of Rio de Janeiro’s gems and attractions, the city is still full of so many more beaches to explore and monuments to visit, make sure you uncover the city’s hidden gems during your stay there!</p><h2 dir="ltr" style="">Nearby Student Accommodation in Brazil</h2><p>Casita has a number of different options for student accommodation in Rio de Janeiro. Not only that, but we also offer numerous student accommodation options in other nearby Brazilian cities. These include <a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/sao-paulo" style="">São Paulo</a>, <a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/paraty" style="">Paraty</a>, <a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/florianopolis" style="">Florianópolis,</a><a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/ipojuca" style="">Ipojuca</a>, <a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/madalena-sao-paulo" style="">Madalena São Paulo</a>, and <a href="https://www.casita.com/student-accommodation/brazil/porto-alegre" style="">Porto Alegre</a>.</p>

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