Apply for Colombian Government Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)
Applications are now open for the Colombian Government Scholarship 2025. This fully funded opportunity, provided by the Government of Colombia for the 2025 academic year, is available for international students pursuing a Master’s degree at accredited public or private higher education institutions in Colombia. The scholarship spans two years (four semesters) and is administered by ICETEX, the Colombian government agency that promotes higher education. Selected recipients will receive comprehensive support, including health insurance, tuition, visa costs, monthly stipends, living and installation expenses, books, and more. Importantly, IELTS is not a requirement for this program. Complete details on eligibility and the application process are outlined below.
Details About Colombian Government Scholarship 2025
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Host Country: Colombia
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Degree Level: Master’s
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Funding Organization: ICETEX
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Program Duration: 2 Years
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Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
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Application Deadline: 13th June 2025
Number of Scholarships Awarded in 2024
Approximately 81 students were awarded the scholarship in 2024.
Financial Coverage
This scholarship provides full financial support, including:
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Full tuition coverage
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Medical insurance/health policy
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Visa fee reimbursement
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Book and learning material expenses
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Monthly living allowance
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Installation support
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Coverage of unforeseen costs
Available Study Programs
A complete list of eligible programs and participating universities can be found in the official program document.
Academic Fields and Universities
Information on academic disciplines and the universities offering them is included in the application file.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Must be a foreign national from any country outside Colombia
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Colombian citizens and dual nationals are not eligible
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Must not be married to or in a domestic partnership with a Colombian national
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Applicants must be under 50 years old
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Hold a professional, undergraduate, or postgraduate degree in any academic field
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May apply for up to three master’s programs
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IELTS is not required
Required Documents
Applicants must also submit a physical application package to the Colombian Government, which includes:
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Academic letter of recommendation
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Official admission letter from a Colombian university
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Spanish language proficiency score
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Academic essay explaining the significance of studying in Colombia
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Notarized copies of academic transcripts
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A copy of the passport
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Certificate verifying professional experience
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Health certificate
How to Apply for the Colombian Government Scholarship?
Follow these steps to complete your application:
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Secure admission into a qualifying Master’s program listed in the provided program file
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Submit your online application and upload the required PDF documents on the ICETEX platform
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Check the ICETEX website for results on June 24, 2025
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Selected applicants will receive a confirmation email by June 25, 2025
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE COLOMBIAN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP
