CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program by The University of Queensland

Brief Description

The CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program is a joint initiative between The University of Queensland (UQ) and the National Council for Science and Technology in Mexico (CONACYT). The program offers fully funded scholarships for Mexican researchers to pursue graduate studies at UQ.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship program is hosted by UQ, one of the top universities in Australia and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities. UQ is well-known for its high-quality research and academic excellence, attracting students from around the world.

Level/Field of Study

The CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program offers scholarships for master’s and doctoral degree programs at UQ. The fields of study available under this scholarship vary and are aligned with UQ’s research strengths, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Humanities and Social Sciences.

Number of Awards

Every year, UQ and CONACYT offer approximately ten scholarships to Mexican citizens, covering all expenses related to tuition fees, living costs, and health insurance.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to citizens of Mexico, who hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent from a recognized university and have a strong academic record. The scholarship is also available to those who demonstrate a genuine interest in contributing to the growth and development of Mexico.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program covers all tuition fees for the duration of the recipient’s degree program at UQ. It also provides a living allowance of AUD $30,000 per year, along with a return economy class airfare from Mexico to Brisbane, Australia. Additionally, the scholarship includes health insurance for the recipient and their dependents.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Be a Mexican citizen with a valid Mexican passport.
2. Have an undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a scale of 4.0. If the degree is not from a Mexican institution, it must be recognized by the Mexican Ministry of Education.
3. Meet the specific admission requirements of the chosen program at UQ.
4. Have a good command of English, with a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS or equivalent.
5. Have at least two years of work experience in their field of study.
6. Be committed to returning to Mexico upon completion of their studies.

Also Check : CONACYT Graduate Fellowship by The University College London (UCL)

Application Instructions

Applications for the CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program are open from April to June every year. Interested applicants must first apply for admission to their chosen program at UQ. Once they have received an offer from UQ, they can then apply for the scholarship on the CONACYT website. Applicants are required to provide academic transcripts, a CV, a research proposal, and two letters of recommendation. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, and successful candidates will be notified in September.

Official Website

For more information and to apply for the CONACYT Mexican Scholarship Program, visit the official website.