Government of Colombia Foreign Scholarship 2024 Overview

Scholarship Overview

The Government of Colombia Foreign Scholarship offers a significant opportunity for international students from all countries, aiming to foster global education and cultural exchange. This scholarship is designed to support postgraduate students interested in pursuing their studies in Colombia, covering all aspects of their educational expenses in comprehensive detail.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is applicable to both public and private higher education institutions across Colombia. These institutions are recognized for their academic excellence and commitment to international education.

Level(s)/Field(s)

Eligible candidates may apply for postgraduate programs, including specialization, master’s, and doctorate degrees. The scholarship aims to accommodate a broad range of academic disciplines, thereby appealing to a diverse group of international scholars.

Scholarship Value

The Colombia Foreign Scholarship is a fully funded award that encompasses tuition, accommodation, monthly stipends, initial installation costs, books, and materials. Additionally, recipients are granted travel expenses, visa assistance, medical and hospital insurance, and a special stipend of COP$250,000 to cover the costs related to the issuance of the Foreign Identification. This holistic approach ensures that all financial aspects of studying abroad are covered, enabling scholars to focus solely on their academic and cultural experience.

Eligibility

To qualify for the Government of Colombia Scholarship, applicants must:

  • Be foreign citizens without Colombian nationality and not have resided in Colombia for the six months prior to the application.
  • Not have begun any studies in Colombia at the time of application and must not have any marital or de facto relationships in Colombia.
  • Be under the age of 50 years and have a cumulative general average of 4.0 out of 5.0 or its international equivalent.
  • Possess an undergraduate or graduate degree in any field of study and secure admission to one to three postgraduate programs as listed in the Academic Offer Catalog.
  • Demonstrate good physical and mental health through a medical certificate.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the official scholarship application webpage by clicking the provided link.
  2. Create an account on the scholarship portal, verify your email, and then log in to complete your application.
  3. Input personal information and upload the required documents, which include a letter of admission (pre-admission or final), academic recommendations, transcripts, a personal statement, CV, and copies of a valid passport.
  4. Upon successful application, notifications will be sent out by email concerning selection or non-selection by June 20, 2024. Selected candidates must accept the scholarship between June 21 and June 23, 2024.