Applications are now open for the 2026 Group of Brazilian Universities Scholarship (GCUB), a completely moneyed postgraduate scholarship chance for international students thinking about studying in Brazil.
The scholarship program is collaborated by the International Cooperation Group of Brazilian Universities with support from the Brazilian government and partner institutions. The effort aims to promote global academic cooperation and offer access to quality postgraduate education for students from worldwide.
Through this program, more than 880 scholarships will be provided for Master’s and PhD studies throughout getting involved Brazilian universities.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Nation: Brazil
- Scholarship Company: International Cooperation Group of Brazilian Universities (GCUB)
- Study Level: Master’s and PhD
- Eligible Countries: Open to all countries except Brazil
- Scholarship Type: Completely Funded
- Application Deadline: July 6, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Complete exemption from tuition and registration charges
- Month-to-month stipend for living costs
- Support for airfare, visa processing, and medical insurance sometimes
- Access to university facilities such as libraries, laboratories, and trainee dining establishments
- Free application submission
The scholarship covers the full period of the approved postgraduate program.
Eligibility Requirements
To receive the GCUB Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be residents of countries with diplomatic relations with Brazil
- Send applications in English, Portuguese, French, or Spanish
- Satisfy the admission and language requirements of their chosen graduate programs
- Offer all needed scholastic documents
- Get approximately 5 Master’s or Doctoral programs at various universities if desired
Brazilian residents are not qualified for the program.
Needed Files
Candidates are normally required to prepare:
- Finished application form
- Legitimate passport or identity document
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic certificates and records
- Individual essay or declaration following the defined format guidelines
How to Apply
Interested prospects should go to the official GCUB application portal and finish the online application before the deadline.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents early and carefully review the requirements of their picked universities and programs before submission.