Government of Colombia Scholarships for Foreign Students 2025 [Fully Funded]
Are you an international student dreaming of studying abroad but lacking the financial means? Apply for the Government of Colombia Scholarships for Foreign Students 2025 to fulfill your dream.
The Government Scholarship provides educational credits and international cooperation scholarships to individuals with lower economic possibilities to promote higher education.
About the Scholarship:
- Sponsor(s): Government of Colombia
- Host Institution(s): Higher Education Institutions in Colombia
- Type: Fully Funded
- Worth: Not specified
- Awards: Several
- Study Level: Not specified
- Nationality: International Students
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the Colombia Scholarship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be foreign citizens applying to the Colombia Scholarship Program.
- Should not hold Colombian nationality.
- Must not have resided in Colombia for the 6 months prior to the application.
- Should not be in a relationship in Colombia.
- Should not have previously received ICETEX benefits through the Beca Colombia Program.
- Must not exceed 50 years of age.
- Must have a cumulative general average of 4.0 out of 5.0 in undergraduate studies.
- Should have admission to postgraduate programs listed in the Academic Offer Catalog 2025-2.
- Needs to have good physical and mental health.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition coverage
- Health insurance
- Visa assistance
- Monthly living expenses support
- Installation expenses
- Books and materials cost coverage
- Foreign Identification
Application Procedures:
How to Apply: Interested applicants for the Government of Colombia Scholarships 2025 should complete an online application and submit required documents.
- Letter of admission from the university
- Academic Recommendation Letter
- Certificate of Migratory Movements
- Transcripts
- Academic Essay
- Passport copy
- Degree certificates
- Resume/CV, Health and Professional Experience Certificates
Application Deadline: 9th June, 2025
FAQs
What does the Government of Colombia Scholarship cover for international students in 2025?
The Government of Colombia Scholarship for Foreign Students 2025 is fully funded and covers full tuition fees, monthly living allowance, installation support, books and materials allowance, and health insurance during the entire study period in Colombia.
Who is eligible to apply for the Government of Colombia Scholarship 2025?
To be eligible, applicants must be non-Colombian citizens, not residing in Colombia, hold a university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), have a minimum GPA of 4.0 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent, and be under 50 years of age at the time of application.
What level and fields of study are supported under the scholarship?
The scholarship supports postgraduate studies including specialization, master’s, and doctorate programs in a wide range of academic fields offered by participating Colombian universities.
How can one apply for the Government of Colombia Scholarship for 2025?
Applicants must submit their applications through the official ICETEX portal (www.icetex.gov.co), upload all required documents including academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, recommendation letters, a statement of purpose, and proof of Spanish proficiency. Applications must be completed before the deadline stated in the 2025 call.
