CLEARER PATHS, WITH THOSE WHO HAVE WALKED THEM

CLEARER PATHS, WITH THOSE WHO HAVE WALKED THEM

CLEARER PATHS, WITH THOSE WHO HAVE WALKED THEM

Through BRASA, connect with mentors that have gone through this journey and are ready to guide you!

Through BRASA, connect with mentors that have gone through this journey and are ready to guide you!

Through BRASA, connect with mentors that have gone through this journey and are ready to guide you!

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Mentee BRASA Pré

Mentee BRASA Pré

Mentee BRASA Pré

"Being a BRASA mentee was embracing a journey of self-discovery and the discovery of new opportunities. Beyond receiving one-on-one academic support to write the essays, expanding my contact network and exploring knowledge areas was essential so I would choose my university correctly."
"Being a BRASA mentee was embracing a journey of self-discovery and the discovery of new opportunities. Beyond receiving one-on-one academic support to write the essays, expanding my contact network and exploring knowledge areas was essential so I would choose my university correctly."
Giullia Jacques, Babson College 24'
Giullia Jacques, Babson College 24'
Giullia Jacques, Babson College 24'

About

Mentorias BRASA

Mentorias BRASA

Mentorias BRASA

It is a unique opportunity for anyone who dreams of studying abroad. Through BRASA, future students are paired with mentors with international academic experience, who are ready to share their knowledge.

With a structure calendar, personalized mentorship (1:1), and meetings with special guests, participants receive support throughout the preparation for the selection process, taking advantage of the knowledge from those who have walked this path before.

It is a unique opportunity for anyone who dreams of studying abroad. Through BRASA, future students are paired with mentors with international academic experience, who are ready to share their knowledge.

With a structure calendar, personalized mentorship (1:1), and meetings with special guests, participants receive support throughout the preparation for the selection process, taking advantage of the knowledge from those who have walked this path before.

On top of the individual support, the program offers group activities, such as exclusive chats with postgraduate students, admission offices, and professors of renowned universities. There is also psychopedagogical focused on mental health, ensuring that participants feel prepared on all fronts.

On top of the individual support, the program offers group activities, such as exclusive chats with postgraduate students, admission offices, and professors of renowned universities. There is also psychopedagogical focused on mental health, ensuring that participants feel prepared on all fronts.

And to make access even more inclusive, the program offers financial assistance to some mentees, contributing to application fees and proficiency tests, such as TOEFL, IELTS, or DELF.

And to make access even more inclusive, the program offers financial assistance to some mentees, contributing to application fees and proficiency tests, such as TOEFL, IELTS, or DELF.

Our Statistics

Mentorships that transform paths

Mentorships that transform paths

Mentorships that transform paths

In 2025, we connected mentors and 82 mentees in a network built on support, listening, and both personal and professional development.

In 2025, we connected mentors and 82 mentees in a network built on support, listening, and both personal and professional development.

85%

of mentees in top schools

85%

of mentees in top schools

5

Regiões

43%

Representatividade

pretos e pardos

75%

Representatividade

feminina

5

Regions

74%

 of woman representation

85%

Dos mentees

em top schools

5

Regiões

43%

Representatividade

pretos e pardos

75%

Representatividade

feminina

Where we have reached

Where we have reached

Where we have reached

Discover where our mentees have been — and where they are going!

Discover where our mentees have been — and where they are going!

Tracks

Discover the tracks of BRASA’s mentorship

Discover the tracks of BRASA’s mentorship

Discover the tracks of BRASA’s mentorship

Fundamentos Graduação

Fundamentos Graduação

For students in their second to last year of high school education.

For students in their second to last year of high school education.

Graduação Américas

Graduação Américas

For Brazilian students who hope to complete their bachelor’s degree in the United States or Canada.

For Brazilian students who hope to complete their bachelor’s degree in the United States or Canada.

Graduação Europa

Graduação Europa

For Brazilian students who hope to complete their bachelor’s degree in Europe.

For Brazilian students who hope to complete their bachelor’s degree in Europe.

Pós-graduação Américas

Pós-graduação Américas

For Brazilians who hope to complete a postgraduate degree in the United States or Canada.

For Brazilians who hope to complete a postgraduate degree in the United States or Canada.

Pós-graduação Europa

Pós-graduação Europa

For Brazilians who hope to complete a postgraduate degree in Europe.

For Brazilians who hope to complete a postgraduate degree in Europe.

Pre-requisites

Pre-requisites

Pre-requisites

Bachelor

Bachelor

  • For the Bachelor Fundamentals program: be a Brazilian student in their second year of high school (or third year of a Integrated Technical Education) of a public school, or a student in their second year of high school with a full scholarship at a private school.

  • For the Bachelor America or Europe programs: be a Brazilian student in their third year of high school or recent graduate for a maximum of 2 years.

Postgraduate

Postgraduate

  • For the Postgraduate Fundamentals program: be a Brazilian student in their second to last year of either undergraduate or postgraduate education.

  • For the Postgraduate America or Europe programs: be a Brazilian student in their last year of higher education or already graduated.

Who we are looking for

What are we looking for?

What are we looking for?

What are we looking for?

The evaluation criteria for the mentorship selection process are based on aspects related to financial necessity, merit, motivation, and the personal trajectory of the candidates.

The evaluation criteria for the mentorship selection process are based on aspects related to financial necessity, merit, motivation, and the personal trajectory of the candidates.

With that, in the evaluation of each step we look to identify candidates that demonstrate:

With that, in the evaluation of each step we look to identify candidates that demonstrate:

  • A personal trajectory of impact and that stands out.

  • Alignment with the values of BRASA.

  • Involvement in extracurricular activities.

  • Leadership skills.

Selection Process

Learn about the stages of the selection process

Learn about the stages of the selection process

Learn about the stages of the selection process

1

Application form

  • Essays with motivational questions;

  • Information regarding your experiences and trajectory;

  • Videos or other complementary materials that help better understand your profile.

2

Online Interview

  • Interview with the BRASA team to dive deeper into the trajectory;

  • Evaluate the alignment with the culture of our mentorship programs;

  • Understand the connection with the values and mission of BRASA.

Testimonies

Our trajectories

Our trajectories

Our trajectories

Testimonies of former mentees of BRASA’s mentorship program.

Testimonies of former mentees of BRASA’s mentorship program.

Testimonies of former mentees of BRASA’s mentorship program.

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Carolina Yuka

    Mentee BRASA Pré

    Saiba Mais

  • Haverford College

    José dos Santos

    Mentee BRASA Pré

    Saiba Mais

  • Instituto de Tecnologia de Massachusetts

    Jamille Rebouças

    Mentee BRASA Pré Fundamentos

    Saiba Mais

  • Universidade de Coimbra

    Rebeca Costa

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Millena Xavier

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • Northwestern University in Qatar, 2025

    Elizabete Fernandes

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • Stetsom University

    Beatriz Costa

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • Babson College

    Giullia Jacques

    Mentee BRASA Pré

    Saiba Mais

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Carolina Yuka

    Mentee BRASA Pré

    Saiba Mais

  • Haverford College

    José dos Santos

    Mentee BRASA Pré

    Saiba Mais

  • Instituto de Tecnologia de Massachusetts

    Jamille Rebouças

    Mentee BRASA Pré Fundamentos

    Saiba Mais

  • Universidade de Coimbra

    Rebeca Costa

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Millena Xavier

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • Northwestern University in Qatar, 2025

    Elizabete Fernandes

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • Stetsom University

    Beatriz Costa

    Mentee BRASA

    Saiba Mais

  • Babson College

    Giullia Jacques

    Mentee BRASA Pré

    Saiba Mais

FAQ

FAQ

Are there any costs for the BRASA Mentorships?

How long are the BRASA Mentorships?

What are the criteria to participate in the BRASA Mentorships?

What does the program look for in mentees?

How does the selection process work?