If you've explored the most recent QS Latin America University Rankings, you're likely aware of the multitude of top-tier universities scattered across the region, many of which also hold positions in the global rankings.
Tuition fees and living expenses tend to be notably lower in Latin America compared to other parts of the Americas (yes, we're looking at you, US). However, additional funding can still be a boon for many international students.
Below, you'll discover a curated selection of current scholarships and funding opportunities for those aspiring to study in Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, or elsewhere in Latin America. These offerings range from government scholarships to those provided by individual universities or external organizations, catering to students at all academic levels.
For study opportunities across Latin America:
CIEE Bowman Travel Grants: Scholarships for students pursuing studies in Latin America, Africa, the Asia-Pacific, or the Caribbean. Awards are based on financial need.
EUREKA SD Partnership: Bilateral short-term scholarships for European students to study in Latin America. Part of the EU's student mobility initiative, Erasmus Mundus (now Erasmus+).
Roberto Rocca Education Program: International scholarships for undergraduate engineering and science programs in Latin America. Open to residents of various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, Guatemala, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Nigeria, Romania, the UK, Uruguay, and the US.
For studying in Argentina:
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Mente Argentina Scholarships: Various partial international scholarships for graduate-level study in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Roberto Rocca Education Program - Argentina: International scholarships for various undergraduate programs, including engineering, geosciences, and materials sciences at selected leading universities in Argentina.
Scholarships Argentina Spanish Scholarships: Various international scholarships, including those for the Spanish and Culture immersion program, and Latin American studies program.
Universidad de Buenos Aires Financial Aid Scholarships: A range of scholarships available for studying at the Universidad de Buenos Aires.
Scholarships for Studying in Brazil:
Rio, Brazil
BRASA Brazil Initiation Scholarship: A $1,500 travel scholarship for US students to conduct exploratory research or language study in Brazil.
Canada-Brazil Awards – Joint Research Projects: Promotes cross-cultural research projects between Canadian universities and Brazilian partners.
The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) Fellowships: For PhD and postdoctoral scientists from developing countries to work abroad in Brazil or other countries.
Scholarships for Studying in Chile:
Santiago, Chile
Chilean Nelson Mandela Scholarship: Study abroad scholarships for South African students to pursue master’s degrees in selected subjects at Chilean institutions.
CONICYT National Doctoral Scholarship: PhD scholarships for international students.
CONICYT National Master Scholarship: Graduate scholarships for master’s degree studies. (Check back at www.conicyt.cl for updates.)
Scholarships for Studying in Mexico:
Mexico City, Mexico
Boren Scholarships: Study abroad scholarships for US students interested in government careers, to study in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and other regions.
British Academy Newton Mobility Grants: Exchange programs for postdoctoral UK students and students from partner countries, including Mexico.
Tecnológico de Monterrey Scholarships: Various scholarships at Tecnológico de Monterrey, including the Socioeconomic Scholarship.
UNAM Postgraduate Scholarships: For international master’s and doctoral students at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México.
Mexican Government Scholarships: Open to all foreign students for master’s, doctoral, or postgraduate research programs.
Rainforest Alliance Kleinhans Fellowships: PhD scholarships for research in forestry, ecology, and related fields in Mexico or other Latin American countries.
Scholarships for Studying Elsewhere in Latin America:
Havana, Cuba
IFCO Full Scholarship Program: For US students seeking to study medicine in Cuba.
MasterCard Foundation Scholarships: For African, Latin American, and Caribbean students to study in Costa Rica.
Universidad de Costa Rica Scholarships: Socioeconomic grants for academically excellent students with limited financial resources.
Wells Mountain Foundation Scholarships: International scholarships for students from developing countries to study at home or in another developing country.
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