Brazil government scholarships

Brazilian Government Scholarships

The Brazilian Government Scholarship Program offers diverse academic opportunities for international students, covering fields such as science, technology, culture, and language, with eligibility based on academic merit and language proficiency, comprehensive benefits, and varying application requirements, all accessible through the official program website.

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The Brazilian government offers two main scholarship programs for international students:

1. Brazilian Government Scholarship Programme for Developing Countries (PEC-G):

Eligibility:

• Open to undergraduate students from developing countries (list provided on the official website).
• Minimum age of 18 years old at the time of application.
• Strong academic record with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English (TOEFL or IELTS scores required).
• Commitment to return to home country after graduation.

Course Programs:

Wide range of fields available at participating Brazilian universities, including:

• Engineering
• Medicine
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Humanities
• Education
• And many more

Scholarship Benefits:

• Full tuition coverage for the chosen undergraduate program.
• Monthly stipend for living expenses (amount varies depending on location).
• Exemption from visa fees.
• Health insurance.
• Domestic travel allowance within Brazil.
• Potential flight ticket back home after graduation.

Application Requirements:

1. Online application form submitted through the Capes website: https://www.gov.br/capes/pt-br
2. Official transcripts from all academic institutions attended.
3. Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
4. Letter of motivation explaining your academic goals and reasons for applying for the scholarship.
5. Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees.
6. Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS scores).
7. Medical certificate.

​Application Process:

Applications typically open in July and close in August.
The selection process is competitive, and only a limited number of scholarships are awarded each year.
For the latest information and deadlines, visit the official Capes website.

2. PAEC OAS-GCUB Scholarships:

Eligibility:

• Open to master's or PhD students from member states of the Organization of American States (OAS).
• Minimum age of 21 years old for master's programs and 25 years old for PhD programs at the time of application.
• Strong academic record with a minimum GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English or Portuguese (language requirements vary depending on the chosen program).

Course Programs:
Varied focus areas at participating Brazilian universities, including:

• Agriculture
• Biodiversity
• Education
• Engineering
• Public Health
• Social Sciences
• Sustainability
• And many more

Scholarship Benefits:

1. Full tuition coverage for the chosen master's or PhD program.
2. Monthly stipend for living expenses (amount varies depending on location).
3. Exemption from visa fees.
4. Health insurance.
5. Round-trip flight tickets between home country and Brazil.

Application Requirements:

• Online application form submitted through the OAS website: https://www.oas.org/en/scholarships/brazil.asp
• Official transcripts from all academic institutions attended.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
• Research proposal outlining your intended area of study and methodology.
• Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees.
• Proof of English or Portuguese proficiency (language requirements vary depending on the chosen program).
• Medical certificate.

Application Process:

• Applications typically open in January and close in April.
• The selection process is competitive, and only a limited number of scholarships are awarded each year.
• For the latest information and deadlines, visit the official OAS website.

Website links

• https://www.oas.org/en/scholarships/brazil.asp

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