Freq. Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ENROLLING MY CHILD IN ESCOLA AMERICANA?

Three Diplomas, Two languages, one objective – Escola Americana offers a rigorous English-language education consistent with superior American and international schools, which culminates in an American diploma. This diploma is recognized by top-notch universities in the United States and by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), one of the principle accreditation agencies in the USA. Students may also opt to pursue an International Baccalaureate diploma, an extremely challenging two-year course of study recognized by colleges and universities worldwide. Brazilian students simultaneously undertake a rigorous course of study in Portuguese, including the history and culture of Brazil, which culminates in a Brazilian diploma.

Studies show that cognitively, bilingualism promotes divergent, creative thinking and individuals who can examine situations from different perspectives.

Preparing critical thinkers – Escola Americana students are engaged learners who think critically and are prepared for the finest schools and universities around the globe (see the list of universities that accepted our students, below).

A personalized approach – Small classroom size affords teachers the opportunity to offer students individualized attention and differentiated instruction.

Self-confident and responsible global citizens – The Escola Americana curriculum and nurturing environment cultivate students’ self-esteem and teach them the rewards and responsibilities of global citizenship.

Beyond the classroom – The extracurricular program, replete with visual and performing arts, interscholastic athletics, clubs and organizations, enhances classroom learning and promotes a sense of teamwork, school spirit and friendship among the Escola Americana community.

An international perspective – Students, representing 40 nationalities, provide an exciting international learning environment.

Outstanding campus – The 12-acre self-contained campus includes large classrooms, state-of the art technology, and ample athletic facilities.

AT WHAT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ARE EARJ GRADUATES ACCEPTED?
Escola Americana’s strong college preparatory program prepares graduates for university attendance worldwide. Ninety-five percent of our graduates attend university directly after graduation. In past years 41% have entered universities in the USA, 49% in Brazil, and 8% in countries such as the Netherlands, Japan, Chile, Spain, Argentina, United Kingdom, Canada, Finland, and France.

The majority of EARJ graduates that pursue studies outside of Brazil study in the U.S. Over the past years EARJ graduates have attended colleges and universities such as:

American University
Bates College
Baylor University
Bentley College
Berkeley College
Berklee College of Music
Boston College
Boston University
Brandeis University
Brown University
Bryn Mawr College
Colorado State University
Columbia University
Duke University
Emmanuel College
Florida International University
George Washington University
Georgetown University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Harvard University
Indiana University
Johns Hopkins University
Johnson & Wales University
Kalamazoo College
Lewis and Clark College
Lafayette College
Macalaster College
Manhattanville College
Milwaukee School of Engineering
New York University
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
Oberlin College
Occidental College
Pennsylvania State University
Princeton University
Purdue University

Reed College
Rhode Island School of Design
Rhodes College
Rochester Institute of Technology
Savannah College of Art & Design
Simmons College
Smith College
Southern Methodist University
Stanford University
Texas A&M University
The College of William & Mary
The College of Wooster
The University of Mississippi
Trent University
University of California
University of Chicago
University of Denver
University of Louisiana
University of Miami
University of Northern Colorado
University of Notre Dame
University of Pennsylvania
University of San Diego
University of South Carolina
University of South Florida
University of Southern California
University of Texas
University of Virginia
Vanderbilt University
Vassar College
Villanova University
Washington and Lee University
Washington University
Western Maryland College
Wheaton College
Widener University
Yale University

Of the Escola Americana graduates who choose colleges in Brazil: 48% have enrolled at PUC, 23% at IBMEC, 7% at UniverCidade, 6% at Estacio de Sa, 5% at Gama Filho, 4% at Candido Mendes, 2% at State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), 1% at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) and 4% at other universities throughout the country.

DOES EARJ HAVE A CAMPUS IN BARRA DA TIJUCA?
Escola Americana has two campuses – A Nursery through 12th grade campus in Gávea and a Toddler (2-year-olds) through second grade campus in Jardim Oceânico. Land for a new facility has been purchased in Santa Mônica Jardins, a residential complex currently under development on Avenida das Américas in Barra da Tijuca. The new campus is in the pre-project stage and will ready in a few years. Escola Americana will continue to maintain a campus in Zona Sul and in Barra.

WHO IS REQUIRED TO ENROLL IN AND COMPLETE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE BRAZILIAN DIPLOMA?
Children born in Brazil enter the Brazilian Diploma Program regardless of the parents’ nationality or how long the family has lived in Brazil after the child was born. The Brazilian Diploma cannot be waived if the student was born in Brazil, even if he/she holds another nationality. A waiver for the Brazilian Diploma can only be obtained for students who were not born in Brazil.

WHAT ARE SCHOOL HOURS?
In Lower School, the school day starts at 7:50 a.m. and ends at 3:20 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Friday and at 2:50 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday. In the Middle and Upper Schools the school day starts at 7:55 a.m. and ends at 3:20 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Friday and at 3:00 p.m.

DOES ESCOLA AMERICANA HAVE AN ATHLETIC/ACTIVITY PROGRAM AFTER SCHOOL FOR THE LOWER SCHOOL?
Yes, Escola Americana offers an after school program with the following activities typically offered: Soccer, Volleyball, Girls and Boys Basketball, Olympic Gymnastics, Scrapbooking or Art. The classes meet twice a week and a monthly fee of R$110.00 and a registration fee of R$70.00 is charged.

DOES ESCOLA AMERICANA HAVE INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS TEAMS?
Yes, in the Middle School, EARJ teams travel to compete in girls’ and boys’ volleyball, boys’ indoor soccer, and boys’ and girls’ basketball. In the Upper School Escola Americana teams compete in girls’ volleyball, boys’ indoor soccer, boys’ and girls’ soccer, boys’ and girls’ softball, and girls’ cheerleading.

DOES ESCOLA AMERICANA SERVE LUNCH?
Yes, Escola Americana offers a hot lunch program. The bills for the lunch service are sent to parents on a monthly basis. Students may also purchase sandwiches and snacks at two snack bars.

DOES ESCOLA AMERICANA HAVE A BUS SERVICE?
Yes, our buses service the neighborhoods of Ipanema, Leblon, Lagoa, Jardim Botanico, São Conrado, Barra da Tijuca, Itanhangá, Recreio, Copacabana, Leme, Flamengo, Catete, Urca, Laranjeiras, and Botafogo. Fees vary depending on the distance.

DOES ESCOLA AMERICANA HAVE A NURSE?
Yes, Escola Americana has a full-time registered nurses on the Gávea campus with a nearby clinic used for emergency situations.

DOES ESCOLA AMERICANA TEACH PORTUGUESE AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE?
Yes, Escola Americana teaches Portuguese as a foreign language to students who are not fluent.

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