Scholarships
Colfuturo's scholarship program to operate without government funds from 2026
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Colfuturo announced that its Programa Crédito Beca will enter a new phase without financial support from the National Government starting in 2026. President Gustavo Petro backed the decision, arguing that the entity is private and has mainly benefited high socioeconomic strata in major cities. The program has enabled nearly 25,000 Colombians to pursue master's and doctoral degrees at top universities worldwide.
Colombian designer Silvia Tcherassi has launched a new scholarship in partnership with Istituto Marangoni to train Latin American talent in the fashion industry. The call is open until May 20 for regional students. Candidates must submit a 500-word essay on their proposal.
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The Japanese Embassy in Kenya has opened applications for the 2027 Monbukagakusho (MEXT) Scholarship for Kenyan Form Four leavers. The embassy announced this on April 21 via social media, expressing excitement. Applications must be submitted by May 19, 2026.
The Mexican government has launched the Gertrudis Bocanegra Scholarship to assist higher education students in Michoacán with public transport costs. Announced by Education Secretary Mario Delgado, it is part of the Plan Michoacán for Peace and Justice. Over 80,000 young people are expected to benefit.
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The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology plans to increase scholarship quotas for international students in 2026 to bolster education diplomacy. The number of TIA Scholarship recipients will rise from 175 to 250. This initiative encourages Indonesian universities to expand global partnerships.