Apply now for the fully funded Colombian Government Scholarship 2025! Open to international students pursuing a Master’s degree in Colombia. Covers tuition, visa, living costs, and more — no IELTS required.
Whether you’re looking to boost your academic career or experience life in a vibrant Latin American country, this scholarship covers everything from tuition and visa costs to living expenses and medical insurance.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: Colombia
- Study Level: Master’s Degree
- Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Funded by: ICETEX (Colombian Government)
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: June 13, 2025
What the Scholarship Covers
Successful applicants will receive comprehensive support including:
- Full tuition coverage
- Health insurance and medical costs
- Visa expenses
- Monthly living stipend
- Books and learning materials
- Installation allowance upon arrival
- Support for unexpected expenses
👉 In 2024, 81 students were awarded this scholarship.
Fields of Study & Universities
Applicants can choose from a wide range of Master’s programs offered by both public and private Colombian universities. A list of eligible academic programs and universities is available on the official ICETEX website.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be a non-Colombian citizen
- Not be married or in a de facto relationship with a Colombian citizen
- Be under 50 years old
- Hold an undergraduate or graduate degree in any field
- Apply to up to three different Master’s programs
- No IELTS or language test is required
Required Documents
Applicants must submit both online and physical copies of their application. Required documents include:
- Academic letter of recommendation
- Admission letter from a Colombian university
- CV or resume
- Spanish language proficiency score (if available)
- Academic essay explaining the importance of your studies in Colombia
- Notarized academic transcripts
- Copy of passport
- Certificate of professional experience
- Recent health certificate
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply:
- Apply for admission to a Master’s program at a participating Colombian university
- Complete the online application on the ICETEX website
- Upload your documents as a PDF
- Mail physical documents as instructed
- Wait for the selection results:
- Results published: June 24, 2025
- Email notifications sent: June 25, 2025
- Results published: June 24, 2025
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