Colombia Government Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

Application Deadline: The deadline to apply is 13 June 2025.

Are you aiming to pursue higher education without the financial strain? The Colombia Government Scholarship 2025 offers a fully funded opportunity for ambitious international students. This prestigious programme supports individuals undertaking Master’s, Specialisation, or Doctoral degrees. With a strong emphasis on academic merit across a wide range of disciplines, recipients benefit from comprehensive financial support, covering tuition fees, accommodation, and living costs.

Receiving this scholarship provides access to Colombia’s renowned educational institutions while promoting both personal and professional development. Whether your passion lies in engineering, medicine, the humanities or another field, this scholarship ensures that financial barriers will not hinder your academic journey. Colombia, through this initiative, welcomes future leaders and innovators into its dynamic academic landscape—offering quality education alongside a rich cultural experience that fosters global understanding.

Key Details

  • Host Country: Colombia
  • Awarding Body: ICETEX
  • Degree Levels: Master’s, Specialisation, and PhD
  • Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
  • Eligibility: International Students

Scholarship Benefits

  • Full coverage of tuition fees
  • Support with visa arrangements and medical insurance
  • Provision for books, supplies, and installation fees
  • Monthly stipend to support living expenses
  • Contingency fund for unforeseen costs

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must be international students (non-Colombian citizens or residents)
  • Must not have resided in Colombia during the six months prior to application
  • Applicants with Colombian spouses or partners are not eligible
  • Maximum age: 50 years
  • Must hold an undergraduate, equivalent, or professional degree
  • Undergraduate academic average of at least 4.0 out of 5.0
  • Can apply for up to three different courses
  • IELTS is not required
  • Must submit Certificate of Migratory Movements after selection
  • Former recipients of the Beca Colombia programme are not eligible

Required Documents

  • Copy of passport
  • CV or résumé
  • Health certificate
  • Statement of purpose
  • Completed online application
  • Academic transcripts
  • Letter of recommendation

For more information, please visit: https://web.icetex.gov.co/es/becas/beca-colombia-extranjeros