An academic experience for college and high school students who don't just want to travel, but to live American university life from the inside — with real winter and a trip to Canada.
Limited spots | Only 15 participants
How does the experience work?
The Winter Camp runs over two weeks, from January 24 to February 6, combining academic immersion at SUNY Alfred State University with cultural and outdoor experiences in Buffalo, Niagara, and Toronto.
Week 1 | SUNY Alfred State University in Alfred, NY (January 24–29)
Immersion in American university life, with dormitory housing on campus and participation in the Tech Leaders Academy — an intensive course in technology: cybersecurity, robotics, emerging technologies, and leadership.
- Technology and leadership classes and workshops
- Student shadowing with Alfred State students
- Group projects and presentations
- International certificate from SUNY Alfred
- Social and cultural events on campus
Week 2 | Buffalo, Niagara, and Toronto (January 30–February 6)
- Ellicottville: ski resort, snow tubing, and winter village
- Buffalo: hockey game, curling, and museums
- Niagara Falls, nearly frozen
- Toronto: a grand finale in Canada's largest city
Return to Brazil
The experience wraps up in Toronto, with return to Brazil on February 6.
Who is this Winter Camp for?
This program was created for:
✔️ High school and college students who want to stand out academically and professionally
✔️ Young people with international ambition, a vision for the future, and an interest in technology
✔️ Families looking for a safe, structured experience with real educational value
✔️ Anyone considering studying abroad who wants to experience it firsthand before making a big decision
❌ Not a recreational exchange trip
❌ Not group tourism
❌ Not a generic vacation course
Investment
R$ 25,900 up front
or 10x R$ 2,849 by credit card
Early enrollment discount pricing:
| Enroll by | Discount | Price |
|---|---|---|
| September 15 | 10% | R$ 23,310 |
| October 15 | 5% | R$ 24,605 |
| November 15 (final deadline) | — | R$ 25,900 |
What's included?
✔️ Accomodation
✔️ 3 meals/day during the academic week
✔️ Leadership course with certificate
✔️ Academic, cultural, and sports activities
✔️ Ground transportation between cities (US and Canada)
✔️ Supervision throughout the program
❌ Not included:
- International airfare
- Health insurance
- Meals and local transportation in Buffalo, Niagara, and Toronto
- Personal expenses
- Personal winter gear (cold-weather clothing)
Estimated airfare: ~R$ 10,000 (paid separately)
Estimated additional costs: ~R$ 5,000
Logistics and Supervision
- 1 chaperone for every 8 students
- Organized transportation between all cities
Routes:
- Brasília → Buffalo (flight)
- Buffalo → Alfred (ground)
- Alfred → Buffalo/Niagara (ground)
- Buffalo → Toronto (ground)
- Toronto → Brasília (flight)
Requirements:
- US tourist visa
- Canadian visitor visa
- International health insurance
The real value
This Winter Camp delivers something no traditional trip can:
✔️ Real, hands-on exposure to cutting-edge technology (cybersecurity, robotics, AI)
✔️ International university experience
✔️ An unforgettable winter experience in the US and Canada
✔️ An international, well-rounded cultural background