Mexican Government Scholarships 2025 for International Students

Master / MS / Doctoral Scholarships

Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students

2025 / 2026 Scholarships in Mexico

Mexican Government Scholarships 2025

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) is calling applications for the Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students. These awards are offered to international citizens who are interested in studying for a specialization, master’s degree, or doctorate program at the Mexican Universities. This scholarship program is offered through a series of bilateral conventions, special agreements, and multilateral programs to more than 180 countries.

Field of Study / Subjects

The scholarship is offered in all academic discipline exclude of:

• Business Administration
• Plastic Surgery
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Advertising
• Dentistry & Odontology as well as related fields.

Duration of Scholarship

The duration of the scholarship:

• Undergraduate mobility program: 24 months maximum
• Master’s level mobility program: 12 months maximum
• Master study: 2 years
• Medical specialization: 3 years
• Postgraduate research stays (master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral levels) 12 months maximum

Host Country

Mexico.

Scholarship Description / Details

Mexican Government scholarships benefits:

• Registration fees and tuition
• Airfare ticket Conditions: Any changes to tickets purchased by AMEXCID will be at the recipient’s expense.
• Health Insurance  provided via IMSS, begins in the seventh month of the scholarship
• National Transportation includes transportation from Mexico City to the Host Institution and back at the beginning and end of the scholarship, if studying outside of Mexico City.

• Round-trip overseas airfare at the start and end of the fellowship.

Monthly Maintenance Stipend:

• Master’s, Undergraduate, and Master’s Research: 4 times UMA, currently $13,202.12 MXN/month.
• Doctoral & Postdoctoral Research: 5 times UMA, currently $16,502.65 MXN/month.
  (UMA is subject to legal changes; payments are made monthly in arrears).
• Tuition Coverage: According to the program at the host Mexican institution.
• Visa Fee Waiver: Exemption from the cost of issuing a Mexican visa.
• International Airfare: Economy class ticket provided upon successful scholarship completion.
• Administration of Benefits: Managed by AMEXCID and communicated to selected candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be eligible for the Mexican Government Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:

• An applicant must be non- Mexican
• Have a Bachelors or Master’s or Ph.D. Degrees as required by the program for which the scholarship is requested
• The scholarships will be awarded on an academic basis
• Have a minimum grade point of 80 on a scale of 0-100 average, or the equivalent marks
• Be accepted, or currently enrolled in a program of the participating Mexican institutions in the Call
• Cannot be living in Mexico at the time of application
• The academic brilliance of an applicant in their area of study.
• The scholarship is open to citizens of 180 countries, therefore you are likely to be from one of them.

Ineligibility

• Foreign diplomats accredited in Mexico, as well as their direct family members.
• Foreigners living in Mexico who do not have a Temporary Student Resident Card from the Government of Mexico.
• Foreigners who also hold Mexican nationality, including children of Mexican parents.
• Foreigners holding a Mexican visa for family unit or aspiring to obtain one.
• Applicants who have received a scholarship in the immediate previous year, from any Federal Government Institution.
• If the applicant already holds a scholarship granted by any Government agency of Mexico.
• Former AMEXCID scholarship recipients who apply for a scholarship, when the same number of months has not elapsed since they received the benefits

How to Apply / Download Scholarship Form / Documents Required

• Download application form
• Applications will be received in electronic format through the Academic Cooperation Management System (SIGCA) (https://sigca.sre.gob.mx ), during its validity.
• The registration of applications must be in Spanish.
• The SIGCA portal will remain open to receive applications during the period from May 16, starting at 18:00 hours, until June 28, 2025, at 15:00 hours Central Mexico Time.
•  Each applicant may submit only one application.
• Applicants with multiple nationalities must apply using one eligible nationality as per the countries listed in Annex 5.
• Applications will only be considered for scholarships offered in the academic programs listed in Annex 6.
• Application forms along with the required documents should be submitted to the embassy of the applicant’s country or Mexican embassy. Selected countries can submit an online application for this scholarship program such as Antigua, Barbuda, Dominican, Trinidad, Tobago, Barbados, Suriname, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Nicaragua, Slovak Republic, Palestine, Republic Slovenia, Lithuania, Turkey, Latvia, Venezuela, Jamaica, and New Zealand.

General Document Requirements:

1. Language: Non-Spanish documents must include a signed, simple Spanish translation on a separate sheet.
2. Format: PDF in color, max size 1.8 MB per document.
3. Submission: Attach all required documents before the application deadline.
4. Legibility: Documents must be clear and readable.
5. Signatures: Must match the passport and be in blue ink.

Required Documents:

1. Passport Copy: Showing identification details.
2. Declaration Letter: Filled out and signed (Format 1).
3. Curriculum Vitae: Max 4 pages, signed (Format 2).
4. Medical Certificate: Dated within 3 months of submission, confirming good health. If not in Spanish, provide a certified translation.

For Bachelor’s and Master’s Level Mobility:

• Acceptance or Introduction Letter from the receiving university (issued within 60 days) with GPA requirements.
• Letter from the home institution committing to validate educational credits.
• Proof of tutoring in another language, if applicable.
• If studying in Mexico, provide:
  • Academic certificate confirming a GPA of 85 or above.
  • Previous degree certificate.

For Master’s and Doctoral Levels:

• Acceptance or Introduction Letter with GPA of 85+ (or equivalent).
• Copy of the previous degree certificate.
• Certificate of studies showing GPA of 85+ (not required for Doctoral degree holders).
• Proof of tutoring in another language, if applicable.

For Postgraduate Research Stays:

• Previous degree certificate (Master’s or Doctorate).
• Certificate of studies with GPA of 85+ (not required for Doctoral degree holders).
• Acceptance letter detailing research guidance and advisor information.
• Proof of tutoring in another language, if applicable.

Acceptance/Introduction Letter Requirements:

1. On institution letterhead.
2. Signed by a competent authority.
3. Specify study/research duration (DD/MM/YYYY format).
4. Mention the program’s academic level and mode.
5. Include the academic program name.

Additional for Students in Mexico:

• Unique Population Registry Code (CURP).
• Temporary Student Resident Card.

Participating Institutions

More than 70 institutions of Mexico is participating in this scholarship program:

• Meritorious Autonomous University of Puebla
• Food and development Research Center, AC
• Yucatan Scientific Research Center, AC
• Ensenada Center for Scientific Research and Higher Education
• Center for Research in Geography and Geomatics, AC
• Center for Research and in Mathematics, AC
• Research Center in Advanced Materials, SC
• Center for Research in Applied Chemistry
• Center for Research and Advanced Studies of the National Polytechnic Institute
• Center for Economic Research and Teaching, AC
• Centro de Investigaciones, SC
• Optical Research Center, AC
• Center for Research and Higher Studies in Anthropology
• International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center
• Regional Center for the Teaching of Space Science and Technology for Latin America and the Caribbean
• Postgraduate College
• The College of Jalisco, AC
• The College of the Southern Border
• The College of Mexico
• The College of Michoacan, AC
• The College of San Luis AC
• The College of Sonora
• The College of Tlaxcala
• The Mexiquense School
• National School of Anthropology and History
• National School of Conservation, Restoration and Museography
• National School of Painting, Sculpture and Engraving
• Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences
• University of the Americas Foundation
• Institute of Ecology, AC
• Jose Maria Luis Mora Research Institute
• National Institute of Electricity and Clean Energies
• Mexican Institute of Water Technology
• National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics
• National Institute of Forestry, Agricultural and Livestock Research
• National Institute of Nuclear Research
• National Institute of Genomic Medicine
• National Institute of Public Health
• National Polytechnic Institute
• Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico
• Technological Institute of Aguascalientes
• Technological Institute of Cd. Victoria
• Technological Institute of Celaya
• Chetumal Institute of Technology
• Technological Institute of Colima
• Conkal Technological Institute
• Culiacan Technological Institute
• Durango Technological Institute
• Technological Institute of La Paz
• Technological Institute of Leon
• Technological Institute of Merida
• Technological Institute of Morelia
• Technological Institute of Nuevo León
• Roque Technological Institute
• Technological Institute of Tuxtla Gutierrez
• Technological Institute of Veracruz
• Technological Institute of the Valley of Oaxaca
• Higher Technological Institute of Misantla
• Higher Technological Institute of Poza Rica
• Higher Technological Institute of Tantoyuca
• Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies
• Health Secretary
• Technological Institute of Higher Studies of Ecatepec
• National Technology of Mexico
• Antonio Narro Autonomous Agrarian University
• Autonomous University of Aguascalientes
• Autonomous University of Baja California
• Chapingo Autonomous University
• Autonomous University of Chiapas
• Autonomous University of Chihuahua
• Autonomous University of Ciudad Juarez
• Autonomous University of Coahuila
• Autonomous University of Guadalajara
• Autonomous University of Nayarit
• Autonomous University of Nuevo León
• Autonomous University of Queretaro
• Autonomous University of San Luis Potosí
• Autonomous University of Tamaulipas
• Autonomous University of Tlaxcala
• Autonomous University of Yucatan
• Autonomous University of Zacatecas
• Autonomous University of State of Hidalgo
• Autonomous Mexico State University
• Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Morelos
• Metropolitan Autonomous University
• Chiapas University of Sciences and Arts
• University of Colima
• University of Guadalajara
• University of Guanajuato
• University of Quintana Roo
• University of the Cloister of Sor Juana
• University of the Sea
• Iberoamerican University
• La salle University
• Michoacan University of San Nicolas de Hidalgo
• National Autonomous University of Mexico
• National Pedagogical University
• Polytechnic University of Tulancingo
• Popular Autonomous University of the State of Puebla, AC
• Veracruz University.

Selection Criteria

The selection process is fair and inclusive, adhering to principles of non-discrimination, and is based on the following key factors:

1. All required documents as outlined in the Call for Applications must be submitted.
2. Applicants with a strong academic track record are prioritized.
3. Preference is given to those who have not previously received an AMEXCID scholarship.
4. Early submissions are prioritized, with preference given to those who register first.

Contact us

Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation

Email: infobecas@sre.gob.mx

Last Date to Apply/ Deadline

• Call for Applications Published: May 16, (Annual).
• Application Period: May 16 – June 28, (Annual), via the SIGCA system (https://sigca.sre.gob.mx).
• Notification of Results: August 5 – August 9, (Annual)..
• Scholarship Awards: Distributed between September and December 8, (Annual).

Official Website

To get more information about this scholarship program visit the official website.

Mexican Government Scholarships Application Process

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) is calling applications for the Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students. These awards are offered to international citizens who are interested in studying for a specialization, master’s degree, or doctorate program at the Mexican Universities. This scholarship program is offered through a series of bilateral conventions, special agreements, and multilateral programs to more than 180 countries.

Here are the details of the application process for the Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students.

Step 1

Download application form

Application forms along with the required documents should be submitted to the embassy of the applicant’s country or Mexican embassy.

Step 2

Required documents:

• Four recent original Photographs
• Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
• Curriculum Vita (max 3 pages)
• Affidavit of Assurance to return
• Acceptance Letter
• Copy of the Diploma of the highest degree
• Copy of the Transcripts of the last degree
• Copy of Birth Certificate
• Copy of a valid Passport
• Original Medical Certificate
• Letter of Acceptance.

Note: All the documents and forms must be submitted in Spanish.

Step 3

Selected countries can submit an online application for this scholarship program such as Antigua, Barbuda, Dominican, Trinidad, Tobago, Barbados, Suriname, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Nicaragua, Slovak Republic, Palestine, Republic Slovenia, Lithuania, Turkey, Latvia, Venezuela, Jamaica, and New Zealand.

Apply online.

• After clicking the following link, this page will appear.

• Make a new account.
• Fill the application form.
• Attach the required documents.
• And lastly, submit the form online.

Note: If any information is found to be untrue then the process of your application will be terminated.

Mexican Government Scholarships Frequently Asked Questions

Students have lots of questions regarding the Mexican Government Scholarships program for International Students. It is the scholarship program offered by the Government of Mexico to international students. Here are the answers to your questions regarding this scholarship program.

(Q) Is it easy to apply for this scholarship program?

(A) Yes.

(Q) Is it easy to be selected for this scholarship program?

(A) Yes, if you are a hardworking and an eligible candidate.

(Q) What is the Mexican Government Scholarship?

(A) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) is calling applications for the Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students.

(Q) What is the aim of this scholarship program?

(A) The aim of this scholarship program is to help outstanding international students to study in higher education institutions in Mexico.

(Q) How to apply for the Mexican Government Scholarship for International Students? Or procedure to apply for this scholarship program?

(A) Download application form.

Application forms along with the required documents should be submitted to the embassy of the applicant’s country or Mexican embassy. Selected countries can submit an online application for this scholarship program.

(Q) Which countries can submit the application form online?

(A) Selected countries can submit an online application for this scholarship program such as Antigua, Barbuda, Dominican, Trinidad, Tobago, Barbados, Suriname, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Nicaragua, Slovak Republic, Palestine, Republic Slovenia, Lithuania, Turkey, Latvia, Venezuela, Jamaica, and New Zealand.

(Q) Host country of this scholarship program?

(A) Mexico.

(Q) Is it necessary to submit a hard copy of your application?

(A) Yes.

(Q) What is the duration of this scholarship program?

(A) The duration of this scholarship program:

• Undergraduate mobility program: 24 months maximum
• Master’s level mobility program: 12 months maximum
• Master study: 2 years
• Medical specialization: 3 years
• Postgraduate research stays (master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral levels) 12 months maximum

 (Q) Is it a fully funded scholarship program?

(A) Mexican Government scholarships benefits:

• Registration fees and tuition
• Airfare ticket Conditions: Any changes to tickets purchased by AMEXCID will be at the recipient’s expense.

• Health Insurance  provided via IMSS, begins in the seventh month of the scholarship
• National Transportation includes transportation from Mexico City to the Host Institution and back at the beginning and end of the scholarship, if studying outside of Mexico City.

• Round-trip overseas airfare at the start and end of the fellowship.

Monthly Maintenance Stipend:

• Master’s, Undergraduate, and Master’s Research: 4 times UMA, currently $13,202.12 MXN/month.
• Doctoral & Postdoctoral Research: 5 times UMA, currently $16,502.65 MXN/month.
  (UMA is subject to legal changes; payments are made monthly in arrears).

• Tuition Coverage: According to the program at the host Mexican institution.
• Visa Fee Waiver: Exemption from the cost of issuing a Mexican visa.
• International Airfare: Economy class ticket provided upon successful scholarship completion.
• Administration of Benefits: Managed by AMEXCID and communicated to selected candidates.

(Q) Is it possible to submit your application after the deadline?

(A) No.

(Q) Who can apply for this scholarship program?

(A) These awards are offered to international citizens who are interested in studying for a specialization, master’s degree, or doctorate program at the Mexican Universities.

(Q) Scholarship will be awarded on merit?

(A) Yes, it is a merit based scholarship program.

(Q) Which fields of education does this program offers?

(A) The scholarship is offered in all academic discipline such as specialization, master’s degree, and doctorate program exclude of:

• Business Administration
• Plastic Surgery
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Advertising
• Dentistry & Odontology as well as related fields.

(Q) What are the eligibility criteria for this scholarship program?

(A) In order to be eligible for the Mexican Government Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:

• An applicant must be non- Mexican
• Have a Bachelors or Master’s or Ph.D. Degrees as required by the program for which the scholarship is requested
• The scholarships will be awarded on an academic basis
• Have a minimum grade point of 80 on a scale of 0-100 average, or the equivalent marks
• Be accepted, or currently enrolled in a program of the participating Mexican institutions in the Call
• Cannot be living in Mexico at the time of application
• The academic brilliance of an applicant in their area of study.
• The scholarship is open to citizens of 180 countries, therefore you are likely to be from one of them.

(Q) What if an applicant submits only their application form and not the documents?

(A) Then their application will not be considered and will be cancelled.

(Q) A person who already is availing of any other scholarship, can apply for this scholarship program?

(A) An applicant may apply for other scholarship programs, but cannot hold two scholarships at the same time.

(Q) This scholarship program is offered to how many countries?

(A) This scholarship program is offered through a series of bilateral conventions, special agreements, and multilateral programs to more than 180 countries.

(Q)  Mention the list of required documents?

(A) General Document Requirements:

1. Language: Non-Spanish documents must include a signed, simple Spanish translation on a separate sheet.
2. Format: PDF in color, max size 1.8 MB per document.
3. Submission: Attach all required documents before the application deadline.
4. Legibility: Documents must be clear and readable.
5. Signatures: Must match the passport and be in blue ink.

Required Documents:

1. Passport Copy: Showing identification details.
2. Declaration Letter: Filled out and signed (Format 1).
3. Curriculum Vitae: Max 4 pages, signed (Format 2).
4. Medical Certificate: Dated within 3 months of submission, confirming good health. If not in Spanish, provide a certified translation.

For Bachelor’s and Master’s Level Mobility:

• Acceptance or Introduction Letter from the receiving university (issued within 60 days) with GPA requirements.
• Letter from the home institution committing to validate educational credits.
• Proof of tutoring in another language, if applicable.
• If studying in Mexico, provide:
  • Academic certificate confirming a GPA of 85 or above.
  • Previous degree certificate.

For Master’s and Doctoral Levels:

• Acceptance or Introduction Letter with GPA of 85+ (or equivalent).
• Copy of the previous degree certificate.
• Certificate of studies showing GPA of 85+ (not required for Doctoral degree holders).
• Proof of tutoring in another language, if applicable.

For Postgraduate Research Stays:

• Previous degree certificate (Master’s or Doctorate).
• Certificate of studies with GPA of 85+ (not required for Doctoral degree holders).
• Acceptance letter detailing research guidance and advisor information.
• Proof of tutoring in another language, if applicable.

Acceptance/Introduction Letter Requirements:

1. On institution letterhead.
2. Signed by a competent authority.
3. Specify study/research duration (DD/MM/YYYY format).
4. Mention the program’s academic level and mode.
5. Include the academic program name.

Additional for Students in Mexico:

• Unique Population Registry Code (CURP).
• Temporary Student Resident Card.

(Q) Forms and documents should be submitted in which language?

(A) All the documents and forms must be submitted in Spanish.

(Q) Mention the names of participating Mexican institutions?

(A) More than 70 institutions of Mexico is participating in this scholarship program:

• Meritorious Autonomous University of Puebla
• Food and development Research Center, AC
• Yucatan Scientific Research Center, AC
• Ensenada Center for Scientific Research and Higher Education
• Center for Research in Geography and Geomatics, AC
• Center for Research and in Mathematics, AC
• Research Center in Advanced Materials, SC
• Center for Research in Applied Chemistry
• Center for Research and Advanced Studies of the National Polytechnic Institute
• Center for Economic Research and Teaching, AC
• Centro de Investigaciones, SC
• Optical Research Center, AC
• Center for Research and Higher Studies in Anthropology
• International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center
• Regional Center for the Teaching of Space Science and Technology for Latin America and the Caribbean
• Postgraduate College
• The College of Jalisco, AC
• The College of the Southern Border
• The College of Mexico
• The College of Michoacan, AC
• The College of San Luis AC
• The College of Sonora
• The College of Tlaxcala
• The Mexiquense School
• National School of Anthropology and History
• National School of Conservation, Restoration and Museography
• National School of Painting, Sculpture and Engraving
• Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences
• University of the Americas Foundation
• Institute of Ecology, AC
• Jose Maria Luis Mora Research Institute
• National Institute of Electricity and Clean Energies
• Mexican Institute of Water Technology
• National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics
• National Institute of Forestry, Agricultural and Livestock Research
• National Institute of Nuclear Research
• National Institute of Genomic Medicine
• National Institute of Public Health
• National Polytechnic Institute
• Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico
• Technological Institute of Aguascalientes
• Technological Institute of Cd. Victoria
• Technological Institute of Celaya
• Chetumal Institute of Technology
• Technological Institute of Colima
• Conkal Technological Institute
• Culiacan Technological Institute
• Durango Technological Institute
• Technological Institute of La Paz
• Technological Institute of Leon
• Technological Institute of Merida
• Technological Institute of Morelia
• Technological Institute of Nuevo León
• Roque Technological Institute
• Technological Institute of Tuxtla Gutierrez
• Technological Institute of Veracruz
• Technological Institute of the Valley of Oaxaca
• Higher Technological Institute of Misantla
• Higher Technological Institute of Poza Rica
• Higher Technological Institute of Tantoyuca
• Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Studies
• Health Secretary
• Technological Institute of Higher Studies of Ecatepec
• National Technology of Mexico
• Antonio Narro Autonomous Agrarian University
• Autonomous University of Aguascalientes
• Autonomous University of Baja California
• Chapingo Autonomous University
• Autonomous University of Chiapas
• Autonomous University of Chihuahua
• Autonomous University of Ciudad Juarez
• Autonomous University of Coahuila
• Autonomous University of Guadalajara
• Autonomous University of Nayarit
• Autonomous University of Nuevo León
• Autonomous University of Queretaro
• Autonomous University of San Luis Potosí
• Autonomous University of Tamaulipas
• Autonomous University of Tlaxcala
• Autonomous University of Yucatan
• Autonomous University of Zacatecas
• Autonomous University of State of Hidalgo
• Autonomous Mexico State University
• Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Morelos
• Metropolitan Autonomous University
• Chiapas University of Sciences and Arts
• University of Colima
• University of Guadalajara
• University of Guanajuato
• University of Quintana Roo
• University of the Cloister of Sor Juana
• University of the Sea
• Iberoamerican University
• La salle University
• Michoacan University of San Nicolas de Hidalgo
• National Autonomous University of Mexico
• National Pedagogical University
• Polytechnic University of Tulancingo
• Popular Autonomous University of the State of Puebla, AC
• Veracruz University.

(Q) What happens if any information is found to be untrue?

(A) Then the process of your application will be terminated.

(Q) What is the deadline or last date of this scholarship program?

• Call for Applications Published: May 16, (Annual).
• Application Period: May 16 – June 28, (Annual), via the SIGCA system (https://sigca.sre.gob.mx).
• Notification of Results: August 5 – August 9, (Annual)..
• Scholarship Awards: Distributed between September and December 8, (Annual).

(Q) How to contact the Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students?

(A) Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation

Email: infobecas@sre.gob.mx

(Q) Want to know more about the Mexican Government Scholarship Program for International Students?

(A) To get more information about this scholarship program visit the given link:

https://www.gob.mx/amexcid/acciones-y-programas/becas-para-extranjeros-29785