Culture Life at USP
USP is not only a center for academic excellence but also a vibrant cultural hub. The university offers numerous opportunities for students, faculty, and visitors to engage with various cultural and artistic activities. From theater performances and concerts to film screenings and choral music, USP's cultural programs enrich the campus life and provide a diverse range of experiences.
Cinema and Theatre
USP offers rich cultural experiences through initiatives like TUSP (Teatro da USP) and CINUSP (Cinema da USP). TUSP is the university's official theater group, promoting performing arts through plays, workshops, and cultural events open to the entire community. CINUSP is a free cinema space on campus that screens a curated selection of films, from classics to contemporary and international titles, often organized into themed cycles. Both are excellent opportunities for students to explore Brazilian culture and engage in cultural life at USP.
Publishing
Edusp: As the official publisher of the university, Edusp publishes academic books, cultural works, and research, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge. For more information acess the Edusp website
Music
Coralusp: The Coralusp brings together voices from the university community to perform choral music, regularly offering concerts that celebrate musical diversity. For more information acess the Coralusp website
FEA Coral: The FEA Choir is an extracurricular musical group open to students, faculty, and staff of FEA-USP. It offers a welcoming space for those who enjoy singing and want to develop their musical abilities, regardless of prior experience.
- Rehearsals take place on Mondays from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., in Room E-10, FEA-1.
- Coordinators: Fred Teixeira and Roberta de Paula.
- Inscrição: https://bit.ly/3KKW0k6
University of São Paulo Orchestras: University of São Paulo is home to three distinguished orchestras, each contributing uniquely to the university’s vibrant musical and cultural scene.
Museums and Cultural Centers
USP maintains important art, culture, and science centers and museums that serve not only the university community but also the broader public. These spaces are open to visitors and host a wide range of artistic, historical, and scientific activities. To know better visit: https://www5.usp.br/extensao/museus/
Libraries
USP Libraries
USP has 60 physical libraries located across its various campuses, including teaching units, museums, and research institutes.
Through the USP Libraries Portal, you can find detailed information about each one, including addresses, opening hours, and contact details.
USP also offers access to a wide range of digital libraries and online resources.
These platforms provide academic journals, e-books, databases, theses, rare books, and more to support your studies and research.
You can find them under the sections “Bibliotecas Digitais" (Digital Libraries) and “Bibliotecas Temáticas" (Thematic Libraries) on the USP Libraries page
FEAUSP Library: The FEA Library offers a welcoming study environment and a wide range of academic resources to support students and researchers in the fields of economics, business, accounting, and actuarial science. You can check opening hours, contact information, and available services on the official FEA Library page
Sports at USP
CEPEUSP
The Sports Center of the University of São Paulo offers a wide range of sports facilities and programs for students, staff, and the university community.
Located on the Cidade Universitária campus in São Paulo, CEPEUSP promotes physical activity, health, and well-being through sports and recreational activities. The center includes:
- Gymnasiums and fitness centers
- Swimming pools (To use the swimming pools, a medical check-up is required)
- Athletics tracks and sports fields
- Courts for basketball, volleyball, tennis, and more
- Group classes (yoga, Pilates, martial arts, dance, etc.)
- Organized sports teams and tournaments
To access CEPEUSP, you must have a valid USP ID card
More information (in Portuguese) is available at: https://www.cepe.usp.br
Sports at FEA
AAAVC (Associação Atlética Acadêmica Visconde de Cairu) is the official student sports association of the School of Economics, Business and Accounting (FEA-USP). It organizes and supports a wide variety of sports teams that represent the school in university competitions throughout the year. The teams are divided into men’s and women’s categories, and include sports such as Volleyball, football (soccer), futsal, rugby, rowing, baseball, basketball, swimming, athletics, judo, jiu-jitsu, tennis, chess.
Competitions
The teams regularly compete in major university sports tournaments such as:
- Economíadas: A traditional sports and cultural competition among economics schools from different universities.
- InterUSP: A major sporting event that brings together teams from various USP schools.
These events are more than just competitions — they’re also important moments for community, team spirit, and fun among students.
Where to Eat at USP
At USP, there are two main options for meals on campus:
University Restaurants ("Bandejões")
These are the famous subsidized dining halls where students can eat full meals at very low prices. They are a popular choice among USP students and offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Breakfast 0.50 BRL
- Lunch 2.00 BRL
- Dinner: 2.00 BRL
USP Has Four Main University Restaurants
Central Restaurant
Praça do Relógio, Travessa 8, nº 300 – Cidade Universitária / Butantã – São Paulo, SP
Physics Restaurant
Rua do Matão, Travessa R, nº 187 – Instituto de Física – Cidade Universitária / Butantã – São Paulo, SP
PUSP-C Restaurant
Av. Prof. Almeida Prado, nº 1280 – Cidade Universitária / Butantã – São Paulo, SP
Chemistry Restaurant
Av. Lineu Prestes, nº 748 – Instituto de Química – Cidade Universitária / Butantã – São Paulo, SP
How to pay
To eat at the university dining halls, you need to Load Credit onto Your USP Card. Here's how it works:
1. Cardápio+ USP:
Payment method: Pix only
2. In Person (Cash only)
Location: Room 612, Block K
Rua da Praça do Relógio, 109 – 6th floor
Hours: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
At the entrance, tap your USP card on the reader to pay.
Note: You can check the daily menu and opening hours for each bandejão through the Cardápio+ USP app, as well as on the official website, where you’ll also find more detailed information.
Private Options: Restaurants and Food Trucks
You can also find private restaurants and food trucks across the campus.
Note: Inside FEA, the only food option is the Sweden Cantina, located within the FEA building. The closest restaurant to FEA is also the Sweden Restaurant. However, even though it is the nearest option, most students still prefer eating at the bandejões (university dining halls) due to their affordability.
USP Dining Map
The map below shows the locations of university restaurants (yellow), private restaurants (blue), cafeteria (green), and food trucks (pink).
Apps USP
Here’s a list of official apps from the University of São Paulo that can help you during your academic journey. All apps are available on both App Store and Google Play.
Cardápio USP
Check the daily menu of university restaurants (RU) across different USP campuses.
App Store / Google Play
e-Card USP
Your official digital USP ID card — useful for identification, RU access, and other services.
App Store / Google Play
Bibliotecas USP
Search for books, check availability, and manage your loans in all USP libraries.
App Store / Google Play
Campus USP
Explore maps, transportation options, and locations on USP campuses.
App Store / Google Play
Jornal da USP
Stay updated with news, research, and events happening across the university.
App Store / Google Play
Guia USP
A practical guide with academic and administrative information for students and staff.
App Store / Google Play
Disque-Trote USP
An app to report and prevent hazing (trote) practices and promote student safety.
App Store / Google Play