The Colombian Government Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. This fully-funded scholarship is open to all international students who want to pursue a Master’s degree or PhD in Colombia. There are 50 scholarships available, and the application deadline is June 12, 2023. The scholarship covers tuition, housing, living expenses, and health insurance. To be eligible, you must be a citizen of a country other than Colombia, have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and be proficient in Spanish (or be willing to learn).

If you are a talented and motivated student who is looking for a unique and rewarding educational experience, the Colombia Government Scholarships are a great option. I encourage you to learn more about the program and consider applying.

The application process is entirely online. To apply, you will need to submit an application form, CV, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. If you are interested in applying for the Colombia Government Scholarship, I encourage you to do your research and learn more about the program. This is a great opportunity to study in a beautiful and vibrant country, and to receive a world-class education.

Colombia Government Scholarships 2023 Details

• Scholarship Country: Colombia
• Host Institute: Various Universities
• Course Level: Master’s & PhD Degrees
• Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
• Who is Eligible?  International Students
• Deadline Date: 12th June 2023

Scholarships Advantages

• Student Fees Paid
• Monthly Salary
• Monthly payment for books and supplies Accommodations
• Medical Insurance

Study Programs Available

• Master in Marketing
• Master of Marketing
• Master in Sustainable Development and Environment
• Master in Sustainable Development and Environment
• Master in Economics
• Ph.D. in Sustainable Development
• Master of Laws
• Master in Geographic Information Technologies
• Master in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
• Master in Human Talent Management
• Master in Education and Human Development
• Master of Education from Diversity
• Master of Child Development
• Ph.D. in Social Sciences, Childhood and Youth
• Doctorate Training in Diversity
• Master of Forensic Sciences
• Master in Information Security
• Master in Strategic Information Management
• Ph.D. in public law
• Master in Social Protection Management
• Master of Engineering
• Master in Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure
• Master in Fundamental Rights and Human Rights
• Master in heritage management for territorial development
• Master of Pedagogy
• Master in private law
• Master of Administrative Law
• Master in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Hydro-environmental
• Construction project management specialization
• Specialization in government and territorial management
• Structures specialization
• Specialization in management of social security institutions in health
• Specialization in the administration and management of quality systems
• Health Audit Specialization
• Specialization in legal and forensic psychology
• Specialization in criminal law and criminal procedure
• Administrative Law Specialization
• Specialization in road geotechnics and pavements
• State contracting specialization
• Innovation and Marketing Specialization
• Master in Agri-Food Sciences.
• Project Management
• Information Technology Management
• Innovation Management
• Data Science
• Industrial Engineering (Concentration in Operations and Services)
• Industrial Engineering (Concentration in Logistics and Supply Chains)
• Informatics and Telecommunications (Research Mode)
• Quality for Competitiveness
• Management for the Environment
• Master in Government in Deepening Mode
• Master of Education
• Teaching English as a Foreign Language
• University teaching
• MBA Ices
• Master in Marketing
• Master of Finance
• Master of Health Organization Management
• Master in Social and Political Studies in Research modality
• Master of Laws in Research Modality
• Master in Government in Deepening Mode
• Master of Laws Deepening
• Specialization in Law
• Master in Psychosocial Intervention
• Master of Management for Social Innovation
• Master in Social Neuroscience
• Master of Science in Biotechnology
• Specialization in Public Law
• Specialization in Senior Management
• Specialization in Financial Management
• Specialization in Financial Administration
• Marketing Management Specialization
• Specialization in Process and Quality Management
• Project Management Specialization
• Specialization in Occupational Health and Safety Management
• Specialization in Business and Marketing Intelligence
• Master in Strategic Communication
• Master in Project Management
• Master in Culture Management
• Master in Financial Management
• Master of Innovation
• Master in Digital Marketing
• Master of Business Administration in Health
• Master of Business Administration
• Master in Social Conflict and Peace Building
• Master of Immunology
• Specialization in Orthodontics
• Construction Management Specialization
• Master in ICT Pedagogy
• Ph.D. in Artistic Studies
• Inter-Institutional Doctorate in Education
• Master in Communication-Education
• Master of Education
• Master in Interdisciplinary Social Research
• Master in Linguistics Applied to the Teaching of English
• Master in Childhood and Culture
• Master in Mother Language Pedagogy
• Master of Peace Education
• Ph.D. in Engineering
• Master in Information and Communication Sciences
• Master’s degree in industrial engineering
• Master of Engineering emphasis in Electronic Engineering
• Master in Sustainable Development and Environmental Management
• Master in Forest Management, Use and Conservation
• Master in Civil Engineering
• Master in Politics and International Relations
• Specialization in Competition Law and Consumer Protection
• Specialization in Evidence Law
• Specialization in Children’s Law
• Specialization in Human Rights and IHL
• Specialization in Political Studies
• Specialization in International Trade
• Education Specialization
• Specialization in Human Talent Management
• Specialization in Environmental Management
• Specialization in Cultural and Creative Management
• Ph.D. in Administration
• Ph.D. in Psychology
• Ph.D. in Educational Sciences
• Doctorate in Caribbean Society and Culture
• Ph.D. in Genetics and Molecular Biology

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: You must be a citizen of a country other than Colombia.
• Residence: You must not have established residence in Colombia or begun graduate studies in Colombia.
• Scholarship history: You must not have received a scholarship from the Beca Colombia program or any other international ICETEX scholarship program.
• Age: You must not be more than 50 years old.
• Academics: You must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. If your GPA is not on a 5.0 scale, it must be at least equivalent to a 4.0 on the Colombian scale. A postgraduate average cannot be used.
• Degree: You must have an undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree in any field of study.
• Spanish: You must be proficient in Spanish. If you are not a native Spanish speaker, you must pass a B2 level DELE or SIELE exam.
• Acceptance: You must be accepted to a minimum of one and a maximum of three graduate programs listed in the 2020 Academic Offer Catalogue.
• Health: You must be in good physical and mental health. You must provide a doctor’s certificate stating that you are in good health.

If you meet all of these requirements, you may be eligible to apply for the Colombia Government Scholarships.

Required Documents

• Recommendation letters.
• Letter of Admission from the University of Colombia.
• CV.
• linguistic proficiency in Spanish
• Academic writing
• Verified copy of academic records
• Professional Experience Certificate Health Certificate Copy of Passport

Application Deadline

International citizens have until June 12, 2023 to apply online for the fully-funded Colombia Government Scholarships for 2023.

How To Apply?

The Colombia Government Scholarship application process is fully online. To apply, you must register on the university’s website. More information on the application process can be found on the official website, which is linked below.