Are you looking for a fully funded opportunity to study abroad? Great news! Applications for the Colombia Government Scholarships 2025-2026 are now open to international students. These prestigious scholarships offer foreign citizens a chance to pursue Master’s, PhD, or Specialization degrees at top Colombian educational institutions. Sponsored by the Colombian government, this initiative aims to strengthen academic and cultural exchange with students from around the world.
Below is a quick overview of what this scholarship offers:
Summary of the Colombia Government Scholarship 2025
- Host Country: Colombia
- Scholarship Level: Specialization, Master’s, and PhD
- Institutions: Accredited universities in Colombia
- Duration:
- Specialization: 12 months
- Master’s: 24 months
- Doctorate: Up to 36 months
- Eligible Applicants: International students from all countries
- Deadline: June 2025 (To Be Confirmed)
- Number of Awards: 50 Fully Funded Scholarships
Scholarship Coverage and Financial Benefits
The Colombia Government Scholarships for International Students are fully funded, covering all essential academic and living expenses, including:
- Monthly Stipend: Equivalent to 3 times the Colombian legal minimum monthly salary (~$2,484,348 COP)
- Full Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition fees covered at Colombian universities listed in the program catalog
- Books and Materials Allowance: $401,321 COP (one-time grant at the beginning)
- Health Insurance: Full medical assistance during the study period (in Colombia only)
- Installation Grant: One-time support of $425,400 COP upon arrival
Eligibility Criteria for Colombia Government Scholarships 2025
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must be a foreign citizen (not Colombian or holding dual nationality with Colombia)
- Must not be residing in Colombia at the time of application
- Must be under the age of 50
- Must have a professional or bachelor’s degree
- A minimum GPA equivalent to 4.0/5.0 on the Colombian scale
- Must have received admission to a graduate program listed in the 2025 Academic Offer Catalog
- Must submit required documents in physical form to ICETEX offices in Bogotá: Carrera 3 No 18-32
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents (authenticated or notarized copies accepted):
- Academic letter(s) of recommendation (up to 3)
- Letter of admission from a Colombian university
- Updated CV/resume
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Academic essay explaining the relevance of the study in Colombia
- Proof of Spanish language proficiency (as required by program)
- Copy of passport
- Health certificate
- Certificate of professional experience
- Summary of the online application
How to Apply for the Colombia Government Scholarships?
To apply, follow these steps:
- Complete the online application form on the official ICETEX website. Register here.
- Print and include a summary of the online application.
- Gather all the required supporting documents.
- Send the physical application package to:
ICETEX Offices – Carrera 3 No 18-32, Bogotá, Colombia - Make sure all documents meet the format and criteria outlined in the official call.
Official Website
For complete details and to start your application, visit the official Colombia Government Scholarship website:
🔗 Colombian Government Scholarship Website
