Applications are now open for the Brazil PEC-PG Postgraduate Scholarship 2026, a prestigious fully funded scholarship program for international students. Funded by Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), the scholarship—officially known as the Brazil Postgraduate Student Agreement (PEC-PG)—offers opportunities to pursue a Master’s, full-time PhD, or Sandwich Doctoral program at leading Brazilian universities and higher education institutions.
This program strengthens academic cooperation between Brazil and partner countries, giving students the chance to study at world-class institutions with full financial support.
Details About Brazil PEC-PG Scholarship 2026
- Host Country: Brazil
- Degree Levels: Master’s, Doctorate (Full-time & Sandwich)
- Funded by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), Brazil
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadlines:
- Master’s: 29 September 2025
- Doctoral: 30 December 2025
- Master’s: 29 September 2025
Financial Benefits
The PEC-PG Scholarship provides:
- Monthly stipend to cover living costs
- Health insurance
- Round-trip international airfare
Scholarship Duration
- Sandwich Doctorate: 6–10 months
- Full Doctorate: Up to 48 months
- Master’s Degree: Up to 24 months
Programs are expected to begin in early 2026 for Master’s/PhD students and in August 2026 for Sandwich Doctorate candidates.
Eligible Study Programs
A wide range of academic programs are offered across participating Brazilian universities.
📄 [See the complete list of available courses here.]
Eligible Countries
The scholarship is open to nationals of PEC-PG partner countries.
📄 [View the list of participating countries here.]
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a PEC-PG partner country
- Apply for admission to a Brazilian Higher Education Institution (HEI) for a Master’s, Doctorate, or Sandwich PhD
- Provide all academic transcripts and supporting documents as required
- Agree to the official rules and conditions of the scholarship
- Secure an acceptance/admission letter from a Brazilian university
How to Apply for the Brazil PEC-PG Scholarship 2026?
Applicants must carefully follow the step-by-step application process provided in the official program guidelines.
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