Argentina
Mente Argentina Scholarship Program
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000 (tuition subsidy + travel)
Description: Mente Argentina offers competitive scholarships for international students in Buenos Aires, supporting study at local universities with a focus on Spanish immersion and cultural integration.
Requirements:
- Submission of Mente Argentina application
- Essay on study goals
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 1, 2025 (120 days before program start)
Application: Start here
Contact info: info@menteargentina.com
University of Buenos Aires (UBA) International Scholarship
Award amount: ARS 100,000/year (partial tuition + stipend)
Description: UBA, a top-ranked institution, provides scholarships to foreign students for its English and Spanish programs, attracting those interested in Argentina’s academic prestige.
Requirements:
- Admission to UBA
- Academic merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America, China, India
Deadline to file: March 31, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacionales@uba.ar
Torcuato Di Tella University (UTDT) Merit Scholarships
Award amount: Up to ARS 1,200,000/year (full tuition)
Description: UTDT offers merit-based awards to international students in Buenos Aires, covering full tuition for high-achieving applicants in social sciences and humanities.
Requirements:
- Outstanding academic record
- Admission to UTDT
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: April 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: becas@utdt.edu
CIEE Buenos Aires Scholarship
Award amount: USD $2,500 (program fees + travel grant)
Description: CIEE provides funding for students in its Buenos Aires programs, popular for its focus on cultural immersion and academic support in Argentina’s capital.
Requirements:
- Enrollment in CIEE Buenos Aires
- Financial need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 1, 2025
Application: www.ciee.org/go-abroad/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@ciee.org
National University of Córdoba (UNC) International Student Grants
Award amount: ARS 80,000/year + tuition waiver
Description: UNC, one of Argentina’s oldest universities, offers grants to foreign students in Córdoba, supporting studies in a city known for its academic heritage.
Requirements:
- Admission to UNC
- Non-Argentine residency
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay)
Deadline to file: February 28, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacionales@unc.edu.ar
National University of Rosario (UNR) Foreign Student Scholarship
Award amount: ARS 90,000/year (stipend + partial tuition)
Description: UNR provides scholarships to international students in Rosario, a hub for education and culture, supporting diverse academic pursuits.
Requirements:
- Enrollment at UNR
- Academic excellence
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: March 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: becas@unr.edu.ar
University of Mendoza International Merit Awards
Award amount: Up to ARS 600,000/year (50% tuition waiver)
Description: The University of Mendoza offers merit-based awards to foreign students, popular for its programs in a region famed for wine and natural beauty.
Requirements:
- Admission to University of Mendoza
- High academic achievement
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: June 30, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacionales@um.edu.ar
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarships
Award amount: Up to USD $30,000 (tuition + living costs)
Description: The OAS offers scholarships for graduate study in Argentina and other member states, popular among foreigners for its coverage of tuition and living expenses in a country known for its vibrant culture and affordable education.
Requirements:
- Citizen of an OAS member state
- Admission to an Argentine institution
Academic programs: Master’s, PhD
Nationality: OAS member states (e.g., Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Chile, Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay, Venezuela)
Deadline to file: April 30, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: scholarships@oas.org
Argentine Government Scholarships for International Students
Award amount: ARS 150,000/month + tuition waiver
Description: Funded by Argentina’s Ministry of Education, these scholarships support foreigners pursuing higher education, focusing on cultural exchange and academic excellence in fields like arts and sciences.
Requirements:
- Admission to a public Argentine university
- Non-Argentine citizenship
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Nationality: Latin America, Caribbean, Africa (e.g., Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa)
Deadline to file: June 15, 2025 (estimated)
Application: Start here
Contact info: becas.internacionales@educacion.gob.ar
Fulbright Foreign Student Program (Argentina)
Award amount: USD $20,000/year (tuition + stipend + travel)
Description: This U.S.-funded program supports international students studying in Argentina, fostering academic exchange with a focus on graduate research and cultural immersion.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficiency in Spanish
- Strong academic record
Academic programs: Master’s, PhD
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: October 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: fulbright@state.gov
Brazil
FAPESP International Scholarship
Award amount: BRL 8,700/month (postdoc) + research funds
Description: The São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) offers scholarships for research-focused foreigners in São Paulo, a hub for science and technology.
Requirements:
- PhD degree
- Research proposal approved by FAPESP
Academic programs: Postdoctoral
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: Rolling (apply anytime)
Application: Start here
Contact info: chamada@fapesp.br
University of São Paulo (USP) International Merit Scholarship
Award amount: Up to BRL 55,000/year (full tuition)
Description: USP, Brazil’s top university, provides merit-based scholarships for international students, covering full tuition in São Paulo.
Requirements:
- High academic achievement
- Admission to USP
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: February 28, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@usp.br
UNESP International Student Grant
Award amount: BRL 33,000/year (partial tuition + stipend)
Description: São Paulo State University (UNESP) offers grants to foreigners for studies across its campuses, including São Paulo, supporting diverse fields.
Requirements:
- Admission to UNESP
- Non-Brazilian residency
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Argentina, Chile, Colombia)
Deadline to file: March 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@unesp.br
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) Scholarship
Award amount: BRL 44,000/year (tuition + stipend)
Description: UFRJ offers scholarships to international students in Rio, a cultural and academic hotspot, supporting various disciplines.
Requirements:
- Enrollment at UFRJ
- Academic excellence
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: April 30, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@ufrj.br
PUC-Rio International Excellence Scholarship
Award amount: Up to BRL 66,000/year (full tuition + housing)
Description: Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio) provides full scholarships for exceptional foreign students in Rio.
Requirements:
- Outstanding academic record
- Admission to PUC-Rio
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: international@puc-rio.br
CIEE Rio de Janeiro Scholarship
Award amount: USD $2,500 (program fees + travel grant)
Description: CIEE offers funding for its Rio programs, popular for cultural immersion and academic support in Brazil’s iconic city.
Requirements:
- Enrollment in CIEE Rio program
- Financial need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 1, 2025
Application: www.ciee.org/go-abroad/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@ciee.org
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) International Grant
Award amount: BRL 27,500/year (stipend + partial tuition)
Description: UFMG supports foreign students in Belo Horizonte with grants for studies in a region known for its academic strength.
Requirements:
- Admission to UFMG
- Non-Brazilian citizenship
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador)
Deadline to file: March 31, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@ufmg.br
University of Campinas (UNICAMP) Foreign Student Scholarship
Award amount: BRL 38,500/year (tuition + stipend)
Description: UNICAMP offers scholarships to foreigners in Campinas, a key academic center, supporting diverse research fields.
Requirements:
- Enrollment at UNICAMP
- Academic merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: April 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@unicamp.br
Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) Scholarship
Award amount: BRL 33,000/year (partial tuition + stipend)
Description: UFRGS provides funding for international students in Porto Alegre, known for its strong engineering and social sciences programs.
Requirements:
- Admission to UFRGS
- Non-Brazilian residency
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: June 30, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@ufrgs.br
Federal University of Paraná (UFPR) International Award
Award amount: BRL 27,500/year (stipend + tuition waiver)
Description: UFPR offers awards to foreign students in Curitiba, supporting studies in a city with a growing academic reputation.
Requirements:
- Enrollment at UFPR
- Academic excellence
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile)
Deadline to file: May 31, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@ufpr.br
Federal University of Bahia (UFBA) International Scholarship
Award amount: BRL 22,000/year (partial tuition + stipend)
Description: UFBA supports foreigners in Salvador, a cultural hub, with scholarships for studies in arts, sciences, and more.
Requirements:
- Admission to UFBA
- Non-Brazilian citizenship
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: March 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@ufba.br
Organization of American States (OAS) - GCUB Brazil Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $30,000 (tuition + living costs)
Description: The OAS partners with the International Cooperation Group of Brazilian Universities (GCUB) to offer scholarships for Master’s and PhD programs at top Brazilian universities, popular for its comprehensive funding.
Requirements:
- Citizen of an OAS member state
- Admission to a participating Brazilian university
Academic programs: Master’s, PhD
Nationality: OAS member states (e.g., Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Bolivia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Uruguay, Venezuela)
Deadline to file: July 4, 2025 (estimated)
Application: Start here
Contact info: scholarships@oas.org
Fulbright Foreign Student Program (Brazil)
Award amount: USD $20,000/year (tuition + stipend + travel)
Description: Funded by the U.S. government, this program supports graduate study in Brazil, fostering academic exchange and research opportunities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proficiency in Portuguese
- Strong academic record
Academic programs: Master’s, PhD
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: October 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: fulbright@state.gov
Brazilian Government PEC-G Scholarship
Award amount: Tuition waiver + BRL 1,000/month stipend
Description: The Program for Exchange Students (PEC-G) offers free education at public universities for students from developing countries, promoting cultural exchange.
Requirements:
- High school diploma
- Certificate of Proficiency in Portuguese (CELPE-Bras)
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: Developing countries (e.g., Angola, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya)
Deadline to file: August 31, 2025 (estimated)
Application: Start here
Contact info: pecg@mec.gov.br
CAPES International Postgraduate Scholarship
Award amount: BRL 1,800/month (Master’s) or BRL 2,600/month (PhD) + tuition
Description: Brazil’s Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES) funds graduate studies for foreigners at Brazilian institutions.
Requirements:
- Admission to a Brazilian graduate program
- Non-Brazilian citizenship
Academic programs: Master’s, PhD
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: December 15, 2025 (varies by program)
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@capes.gov.br
Chile
Chile Presidential Scholarship (Becas Chile)
Award amount: Full tuition + monthly stipend of 800,000 CLP + travel allowance
Description: The flagship scholarship program of the Chilean government aimed at developing advanced human capital. It funds graduate studies for Chilean citizens at prestigious universities abroad and also supports international students pursuing degrees in Chile.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with minimum GPA of 3.0
- Conditional acceptance to a Chilean university
Academic programs: All fields with priority to STEM, sustainable development, and education
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: April 15
Application: Start here
Contact info: becaschile@anid.cl
Chile-CONICYT Fellowship for Foreign Students
Award amount: 500,000-700,000 CLP monthly + tuition waiver
Description: Administered by Chile's National Commission for Scientific and Technological Research (CONICYT), this fellowship supports international students pursuing master's and doctoral degrees at accredited Chilean universities.
Requirements:
- Academic excellence (top 30% of graduating class)
- Research proposal aligned with Chile's development priorities
Academic programs: Science, technology, engineering, mathematics
Nationality: Latin America, Caribbean, North America, Europe
Deadline to file: October 30
Application: Start here
Contact info: ayuda.conicyt@anid.cl
Roberto Rocca Education Program
Award amount: Up to $25,000 USD per year
Description: Funded by the Techint Group, this scholarship supports outstanding students pursuing studies in engineering and applied sciences at select universities in Chile and other countries where Techint operates.
Requirements:
- Outstanding academic credentials
- Interest in steel, energy, or engineering industries
- Leadership potential
Academic programs: Engineering, materials science, geology, mining
Nationality: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Romania, USA, Italy, Japan
Deadline to file: March 31
Application: Start here
Contact info: info@robertorocca.org
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso International Scholarship
Award amount: 100% tuition waiver + 350,000 CLP monthly stipend
Description: A comprehensive scholarship offered by PUCV to international students interested in pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies at one of Chile's oldest and most prestigious universities.
Requirements:
- Academic excellence (GPA equivalent to 5.0/7.0 Chilean scale)
- Spanish proficiency (DELE B2 or equivalent)
Academic programs: All programs offered by PUCV
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 30 (Fall) / November 15 (Spring)
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@pucv.cl
Agencia Chilena de Cooperación Internacional (AGCI) Scholarship
Award amount: Full tuition + 600,000 CLP monthly stipend + health insurance + airfare
Description: Offered by the Chilean International Cooperation Agency, this scholarship supports students from partner countries to study postgraduate programs in Chile, fostering international cooperation and knowledge exchange.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 5.0/7.0 GPA equivalent
- Under 40 years of age
- Two years professional experience
Academic programs: Sustainable development, public policy, education, health, agriculture
Nationality: Latin America, Caribbean, Africa, Middle East, Asia-Pacific
Deadline to file: September 30
Application: Start here
Contact info: agencia@agci.gob.cl
Universidad de Concepción International Scholarship
Award amount: 75% tuition reduction + 400,000 CLP monthly
Description: A merit-based scholarship offered by one of Chile's most prestigious universities to international students interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate studies in various fields.
Requirements:
- Top 15% of graduating class
- Spanish proficiency (B1 level minimum)
Academic programs: All programs offered by UdeC with emphasis on forestry, marine sciences, and engineering
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: April 30
Application: Start here
Contact info: relacionesinternacionales@udec.cl
Erasmus+ Chile Mobility Scholarships
Award amount: €850-950/month + travel grant + health insurance
Description: Part of the European Union's Erasmus+ program, these scholarships support exchange mobility between European and Chilean universities for studies, research, and internships.
Requirements:
- Enrollment at a partner institution
- Academic merit
- Language proficiency
Academic programs: Varies by participating institution
Nationality: European Union member states, Chile
Deadline to file: February 1 (Fall) / September 1 (Spring)
Application: Start here
Contact info: not provided
Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez International Excellence Scholarship
Award amount: Up to 100% tuition + 300,000 CLP monthly
Description: A competitive scholarship offered by UAI to attract high-achieving international students to its undergraduate and graduate programs, particularly in business and economics.
Requirements:
- Top 10% of graduating class
- Demonstrated leadership potential
Academic programs: Business, economics, engineering, liberal arts
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 15
Application: Start here
Contact info: international@uai.cl
Universidad de La Frontera Indigenous Studies Scholarship
Award amount: Full tuition + 450,000 CLP monthly + research stipend
Description: A specialized scholarship aimed at students interested in indigenous studies, intercultural education, and sustainable development, with a focus on Mapuche culture and society.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Research proposal on indigenous topics
- Spanish proficiency
Academic programs: Anthropology, indigenous studies, intercultural education, rural development
Nationality: Latin America, North America, Europe, Pacific Islands
Deadline to file: March 15
Application: Start here
Contact info: movilidad.estudiantil@ufrontera.cl
Fulbright Chile Exchange Program
Award amount: Full tuition + $1,500-2,000 USD monthly + round-trip airfare + health insurance
Description: The prestigious Fulbright Program offers opportunities for U.S. students, scholars, and professionals to study, research, or teach in Chile, as well as for Chileans to study in the United States.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship (for study in Chile)
- Bachelor's degree minimum
- Spanish proficiency
Academic programs: All fields with emphasis on public policy, education, sciences, and arts
Nationality: United States (for study in Chile)
Deadline to file: October 9
Application: Start here
Contact info: advising@fulbright.cl
OAS Academic Scholarship Program (Chile)
Award amount: Up to $10,000 USD per academic year
Description: Offered by the Organization of American States, these scholarships support students from OAS member countries to study in Chile, promoting academic exchange and strengthening human resource development in the Americas.
Requirements:
- Citizenship of an OAS member state
- Strong academic record
- Financial need
Academic programs: Development-related fields, social sciences, education
Nationality: OAS member states (North, Central, South America and Caribbean)
Deadline to file: March 8
Application: Start here
Contact info: scholarships@oas.org
Chile-China Exchange Scholarship
Award amount: Full tuition + 500,000 CLP monthly + round-trip airfare
Description: A bilateral scholarship program between Chile and China that supports student exchange, particularly in fields related to trade, mining, engineering, and language studies.
Requirements:
- Chinese citizenship (for study in Chile)
- Academic excellence
- Spanish or English proficiency
Academic programs: Mining engineering, agriculture, international trade, Spanish language
Nationality: China
Deadline to file: January 15
Application: Start here
Contact info: chinascholarship@minrel.gob.cl
MESCYT-Chile Scholarship Program
Award amount: Full tuition + 550,000 CLP monthly + health insurance
Description: A cooperative scholarship program between the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology of the Dominican Republic (MESCYT) and Chilean universities to support Dominican students pursuing postgraduate studies in Chile.
Requirements:
- Dominican citizenship
- Bachelor's degree with minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Spanish proficiency
Academic programs: Engineering, health sciences, education, tourism
Nationality: Dominican Republic
Deadline to file: May 31
Application: Start here
Contact info: becas.internacionales@mescyt.gob.do
DAAD-Chile Partnership Scholarships
Award amount: €850/month + travel allowance + health insurance
Description: Offered through the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in partnership with Chilean institutions, this program supports research stays and academic exchanges between Germany and Chile.
Requirements:
- Enrollment at a German or Chilean university
- Research proposal with clear benefit to both countries
- Language proficiency in German, Spanish or English
Academic programs: All disciplines with focus on environmental sciences, renewable energy, marine biology
Nationality: Germany, Chile
Deadline to file: October 1
Application: Start here
Contact info: info@daad.cl
Ecuador
IES Abroad Diversity Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: IES Abroad offers diversity scholarships for underrepresented students to study in Quito, supporting programs in ecology, culture, and Spanish language.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in an IES Abroad program
- Demonstrated financial need
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 1, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: iesabroad.org/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@iesabroad.org
CIEE Quito Merit Scholarship
Award amount: USD $2,500
Description: CIEE provides merit-based funding for students in its Quito programs, popular for academic excellence and cultural immersion in Ecuador’s capital.
Requirements:
- Enrollment in CIEE Quito program
- Strong academic record
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: October 15, 2025
Application: www.ciee.org/go-abroad/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@ciee.org
SIT Study Abroad Scholarship
Award amount: USD $500 - $5,000
Description: SIT offers need-based and merit-based scholarships for its Quito programs, focusing on ecology, development, and Indigenous studies.
Requirements:
- Accepted into an SIT program
- Demonstrated need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 15, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: studyabroad.sit.edu/scholarships/
Contact info: scholarships@sit.edu
Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) Exchange Scholarship
Award amount: USD $3,000/year (partial tuition)
Description: USFQ provides scholarships for exchange students in Quito, supporting studies in biology, social sciences, and Spanish, often paired with Galápagos excursions.
Requirements:
- Enrolled via partner institution
- Academic merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: June 30, 2025 (for Fall 2025)
Application: Start here
Contact info: international@usfq.edu.ec
The School for Field Studies (SFS) Scholarship
Award amount: USD $1,000 - $5,000
Description: SFS offers financial aid for its Galápagos programs, focusing on hands-on ecological research in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in an SFS program
- Financial need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 15, 2025 (estimated)
Application: Start here
Contact info: admissions@fieldstudies.org
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this scholarship supports undergraduates with limited financial means to study abroad in Ecuador enhancing skills critical to U.S. national security and competitiveness.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Pell Grant recipient
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 9, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: gilmanscholarship.org
Contact info: gilman@iie.org
Fulbright U.S. Student Program (Ecuador)
Award amount: USD $15,000/year (tuition + stipend + travel)
Description: This U.S.-funded program offers grants for graduating seniors, graduate students, and young professionals to study or research in Ecuador for an academic year.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Bachelor’s degree by program start
Academic programs: Graduate, Research
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 14, 2025
Application:fulbrightonline.org
Contact info: fulbright@state.gov
Boren Scholarships
Award amount: Up to USD $25,000/year
Description: The National Security Education Program funds U.S. undergraduates to study less commonly taught languages like Spanish or Quichua in Ecuador, critical to U.S. interests.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
- Commit to federal service post-graduation
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: January 29, 2025
Application: borenawards.org
Contact info: boren@iie.org
Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: FEA supports underrepresented U.S. students (e.g., students of color, first-generation) to study abroad in Ecuador, making international education accessible.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Undergraduate at a U.S. institution
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: September 17, 2025 (estimated)
Application: fundforeducationabroad.org
Contact info: info@fundforeducationabroad.org
Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship
Award amount: USD $1,000 + travel gear
Description: Awarded biannually by Tortuga, this scholarship helps passionate students explore Ecuador, funded by customers purchasing travel backpacks.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen or student visa holder
- Full-time undergraduate
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: November 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: scholarship@tortugabackpacks.com
Peru
Peruvian Government PRONABEC Scholarship
Award amount: PEN 3,700/month (≈ USD $1,000/month) + tuition
Description: Peru’s National Scholarship Program (PRONABEC) offers funding for international students in Lima, focusing on postgraduate studies to foster global academic exchange.
Requirements:
- Admission to a Peruvian university
- Non-Peruvian citizenship
Academic programs: Master’s, PhD
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile)
Deadline to file: May 31, 2025 (estimated)
Application: Start here
Contact info: consultas@pronabec.gob.pe
Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP) International Scholarship
Award amount: Up to PEN 18,500/year (≈ USD $5,000/year, full tuition)
Description: PUCP, a top university in Lima, offers merit-based scholarships to foreign students, covering tuition for programs in humanities, sciences, and engineering.
Requirements:
- High academic achievement
- Admission to PUCP
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: June 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@pucp.edu.pe
CIEE Lima Merit Scholarship
Award amount: USD $2,500
Description: CIEE provides merit-based funding for students in its Lima programs, popular for academic excellence and cultural immersion in Peru’s capital.
Requirements:
- Enrollment in CIEE Lima program
- Strong academic record
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: October 15, 2025
Application: www.ciee.org/go-abroad/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@ciee.org
Universidad del Pacífico (UP) International Grant
Award amount: PEN 11,100/year (≈ USD $3,000/year, partial tuition)
Description: UP in Lima offers grants to foreign students, supporting studies in economics, business, and social sciences at a prestigious private institution.
Requirements:
- Admission to UP
- Academic merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 31, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@up.edu.pe
IES Abroad Diversity Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: IES Abroad offers diversity scholarships for underrepresented students to study in Cusco, supporting programs in Andean culture, Spanish, and archaeology.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in an IES Abroad program
- Demonstrated financial need
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 1, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: iesabroad.org/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@iesabroad.org
SIT Study Abroad Scholarship
Award amount: USD $500 - $5,000
Description: SIT offers need-based and merit-based scholarships for its Cusco programs, focusing on Indigenous peoples, development, and Peruvian studies.
Requirements:
- Accepted into an SIT program
- Demonstrated need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 15, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: studyabroad.sit.edu/scholarships/
Contact info: scholarships@sit.edu
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this scholarship supports undergraduates with limited financial means to study in Peru, enhancing skills critical to U.S. national security and competitiveness.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Pell Grant recipient
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 9, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: gilmanscholarship.org
Contact info: gilman@iie.org
Fulbright U.S. Student Program (Peru)
Award amount: USD $15,000/year (tuition + stipend + travel)
Description: This U.S.-funded program offers grants for graduating seniors, graduate students, and young professionals to study or research in Peru for an academic year.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Bachelor’s degree by program start
Academic programs: Graduate, Research
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 14, 2025
Application:fulbrightonline.org
Contact info: fulbright@state.gov
Boren Scholarships
Award amount: Up to USD $25,000/year
Description: The National Security Education Program funds U.S. undergraduates to study languages like Spanish or Quechua in Peru, critical to U.S. interests.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
- Commit to federal service post-graduation
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: January 29, 2025
Application: borenawards.org
Contact info: boren@iie.org
Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: FEA supports underrepresented U.S. students (e.g., students of color, first-generation) to study abroad in Peru, making international education accessible.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Undergraduate at a U.S. institution
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: September 17, 2025 (estimated)
Application: fundforeducationabroad.org
Contact info: info@fundforeducationabroad.org
Bolivia
CIEE La Paz Merit Scholarship
Award amount: USD $2,500
Description: CIEE provides merit-based funding for students in its La Paz programs, popular for academic excellence and cultural immersion in Bolivia’s administrative capital.
Requirements:
- Enrollment in CIEE La Paz program
- Strong academic record
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: October 15, 2025
Application: www.ciee.org/go-abroad/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@ciee.org
SIT Study Abroad Scholarship
Award amount: USD $500 - $5,000
Description: SIT offers need-based and merit-based scholarships for its La Paz programs, focusing on Bolivian culture, Indigenous peoples, and development studies.
Requirements:
- Accepted into an SIT program
- Demonstrated need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 15, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: studyabroad.sit.edu/scholarships/
Contact info: scholarships@sit.edu
University of San Andrés (UMSA) International Grant
Award amount: BOB 13,820/year (≈ USD $2,000/year, partial tuition)
Description: UMSA in La Paz offers grants to foreign students, supporting studies in social sciences, engineering, and Andean culture at a leading public university.
Requirements:
- Admission to UMSA
- Non-Bolivian citizenship
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: June 30, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@umsa.bo
IES Abroad Diversity Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: IES Abroad offers diversity scholarships for underrepresented students to study in Cochabamba, supporting programs in Spanish and Bolivian heritage.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in an IES Abroad program
- Demonstrated financial need
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 1, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: iesabroad.org/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@iesabroad.org
Universidad Mayor de San Simón (UMSS) Exchange Scholarship
Award amount: BOB 10,365/year (≈ USD $1,500/year, partial tuition)
Description: UMSS in Cochabamba provides scholarships for exchange students, supporting studies in agriculture, technology, and humanities in a vibrant academic hub.
Requirements:
- Enrolled via partner institution
- Academic merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 31, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: relacionesinternacionales@umss.edu.bo
Universidad Autónoma Gabriel René Moreno (UAGRM) International Award
Award amount: BOB 17,275/year (≈ USD $2,500/year, partial tuition + stipend)
Description: UAGRM in Santa Cruz offers awards to foreign students, supporting studies in business, tropical agriculture, and sciences in Bolivia’s economic center.
Requirements:
- Admission to UAGRM
- Non-Bolivian residency
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay)
Deadline to file: June 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@uagrm.edu.bo
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this scholarship supports U.S. undergraduates with limited financial means to study in Bolivia, enhancing skills critical to U.S. national security and competitiveness.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Pell Grant recipient
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 9, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: gilmanscholarship.org
Contact info: gilman@iie.org
Fulbright U.S. Student Program (Bolivia)
Award amount: USD $15,000/year (tuition + stipend + travel)
Description: This U.S.-funded program offers grants for graduating seniors, graduate students, and young professionals to study or research in Bolivia for an academic year.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Bachelor’s degree by program start
Academic programs: Graduate, Research
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 14, 2025
Application:fulbrightonline.org
Contact info: fulbright@state.gov
Boren Scholarships
Award amount: Up to USD $25,000/year
Description: The National Security Education Program funds U.S. undergraduates to study languages like Spanish or Quechua in Bolivia, critical to U.S. interests.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
- Commit to federal service post-graduation
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: January 29, 2025
Application: borenawards.org
Contact info: boren@iie.org
Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: FEA supports underrepresented U.S. students (e.g., students of color, first-generation) to study abroad in Bolivia, making international education accessible.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Undergraduate at a U.S. institution
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: September 17, 2025 (estimated)
Application: fundforeducationabroad.org
Contact info: info@fundforeducationabroad.org
Colombia
Universidad de los Andes International Scholarship
Award amount: COP 20,000,000/year (≈ USD $5,000/year, full tuition)
Description: Uniandes in Bogotá offers merit-based scholarships to foreign students, covering tuition for programs in engineering, arts, and social sciences.
Requirements:
- High academic achievement
- Admission to Uniandes
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: June 15, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@uniandes.edu.co
Universidad Nacional de Colombia (UNAL) Exchange Grant
Award amount: COP 12,000,000/year (≈ USD $3,000/year, partial tuition + stipend)
Description: UNAL in Bogotá provides grants for exchange students, supporting studies in sciences, humanities, and Colombian culture at a top public university.
Requirements:
- Enrolled via partner institution
- Non-Colombian citizenship
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: May 31, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: relinter_bog@unal.edu.co
CIEE Bogotá Merit Scholarship
Award amount: USD $2,500
Description: CIEE provides merit-based funding for students in its Bogotá programs, popular for academic excellence and cultural immersion in Colombia’s capital.
Requirements:
- Enrollment in CIEE Bogotá program
- Strong academic record
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: October 15, 2025
Application: www.ciee.org/go-abroad/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@ciee.org
Universidad de Antioquia (UDEA) International Award
Award amount: COP 10,000,000/year (≈ USD $2,500/year, partial tuition)
Description: UDEA in Medellín offers awards to foreign students, supporting studies in engineering, health sciences, and arts in a dynamic urban center.
Requirements:
- Admission to UDEA
- Academic merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate, Master’s
Nationality: Latin America (e.g., Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Brazil)
Deadline to file: June 30, 2025
Application: Start here
Contact info: internacional@udea.edu.co
SIT Study Abroad Scholarship
Award amount: USD $500 - $5,000
Description: SIT offers need-based and merit-based scholarships for its Medellín programs, focusing on urban studies, peacebuilding, and Colombian culture.
Requirements:
- Accepted into an SIT program
- Demonstrated need or merit
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 15, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: studyabroad.sit.edu/scholarships/
Contact info: scholarships@sit.edu
IES Abroad Diversity Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: IES Abroad offers diversity scholarships for underrepresented students to study in Cartagena, supporting programs in Spanish, history, and coastal studies.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in an IES Abroad program
- Demonstrated financial need
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: No restrictions
Deadline to file: November 1, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: iesabroad.org/scholarships
Contact info: scholarships@iesabroad.org
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: Funded by the U.S. Department of State, this scholarship supports U.S. undergraduates with limited financial means to study in Colombia, enhancing skills critical to U.S. national security and competitiveness.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Pell Grant recipient
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 9, 2025 (for Spring 2026)
Application: gilmanscholarship.org
Contact info: gilman@iie.org
Fulbright U.S. Student Program (Colombia)
Award amount: USD $15,000/year (tuition + stipend + travel)
Description: This U.S.-funded program offers grants for graduating seniors, graduate students, and young professionals to study or research in Colombia for an academic year.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Bachelor’s degree by program start
Academic programs: Graduate, Research
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: October 14, 2025
Application:fulbrightonline.org
Contact info: fulbright@state.gov
Boren Scholarships
Award amount: Up to USD $25,000/year
Description: The National Security Education Program funds U.S. undergraduates to study languages like Spanish in Colombia, critical to U.S. interests.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Enrolled in a U.S. college
- Commit to federal service post-graduation
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: January 29, 2025
Application: borenawards.org
Contact info: boren@iie.org
Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Scholarship
Award amount: Up to USD $5,000
Description: FEA supports underrepresented U.S. students (e.g., students of color, first-generation) to study abroad in Colombia, making international education accessible.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Undergraduate at a U.S. institution
Academic programs: Undergraduate
Nationality: United States
Deadline to file: September 17, 2025 (estimated)
Application: fundforeducationabroad.org
Contact info: info@fundforeducationabroad.org