Expo-Belta March 20, and 21 2010, is the largest international education forum in Sao Paolo, Brazil.  Over 10,000 students are expected to be in attendance. This year, the United States is the "Guest of Honor" at Expo-Belta.  As such, there are special incentives for U.S. schools to participate.  The U.S. Commercial Service in Sao Paolo, Brazil is working with the trade show organizer to provide U.S. educational institutions a high level of exposure before and during the event.

Read the U.S. Commercial Service's recent report on recruiting students from Brazil.

There are two options for Study New Jersey educational instititutions to participate:

1) The most effective method is for each individual school to purchase a 6 sqm booth and send up to 2 representatives to the event. The cost of the booth is $2200 if registration is confirmed by December 20.

2) Study New Jersey members can participate in a consortium booth (6 sq meters) by each school contributing $400.  The final cost will be determined by the number of members that participate in the consortium.  

What  are the incentives for joining in the Study New Jersey consortium booth?
You must be a member of Study New Jersey in order to participate! 

1)  Representation of your institution through the Study New Jersey Website and marketing materials at the booth.  Your school name and information will be included in the hand-out materials.
2)  Your school brochures and marketing materials distributed to students during the event.
3)  Study NJ website will receive pre-promotion through U.S. Embassy's marketing efforts.
4)  A Listing of students that expressed interest in your school or fit your profile.
5) Study New Jersey materials distributed at event and Education USA Advising Centers in Brazil.
6) Other to-be-determined opportunities to speak with agents/Brazilian universities for partnerships.

Before the event, U.S. Commercial Service representatives will communicate with each school to understand the basic services that can be provided to international students. Each school should also prepare an FAQ for U.S. Commercial Service representatives to answer  questions during the event.

If you are interested in participating, please fill out the below expression of interest form by November 24, 2009.