Government Scholarships Programme Paraguay BECAL-DAAD Master

Brief Description

Are you a Paraguayan student looking to pursue a master’s degree abroad? Look no further than the BECAL-DAAD Master by DAAD scholarship program. This initiative aims to provide opportunities for Paraguayan students to study in Germany and earn a master’s degree from a renowned institution while being fully funded by the Paraguayan government.

Host Institution(s)

The BECAL-DAAD Master scholarship is a joint program between the Paraguayan government’s National Scholarship Program and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). It is open to a wide range of German universities, recognized for their academic excellence and research capabilities.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to Paraguayan students who wish to pursue a master’s degree in any field of study. From engineering to social sciences, every academic field is eligible for this program.

Number of Awards

Every year, the program offers around 30 fully funded scholarships to Paraguayan students. The number of awards may vary depending on the availability of funds and the number of eligible applicants.

Target Group

The BECAL-DAAD Master scholarship is open to Paraguayan citizens who have completed their undergraduate studies in Paraguay. It is also open to Paraguayan nationals residing outside the country, provided they have a permanent residency and meet all the eligibility criteria.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers full tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance, and a one-time study allowance. The monthly stipend is enough to cover living expenses in Germany, allowing students to focus entirely on their studies without financial worries.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the BECAL-DAAD Master scholarship,

• Applicants must have completed their undergraduate studies in Paraguay with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
• They must also have an unconditional admission offer from a German university.
• Additionally, applicants must have a B1 level of German language proficiency, as all master’s programs in Germany are taught in German.

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Application Instructions

The application process is entirely online, and interested students can find detailed instructions on the BECAL website. The documents required for the application include a CV, motivation letter, language certificates, copies of academic transcripts and diplomas, and a research proposal for certain fields of study. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with a panel of experts from DAAD and BECAL.

Official Website

For more information and updates on the BECAL-DAAD Master scholarship program, please visit the official website.