The government of Ecuador, under President Daniel Noboa, has announced a new round of international scholarship opportunities through the Globo Común program. The initiative is designed to support advanced studies for Ecuadorian students in master’s and doctoral programs at academic institutions in Spain, Hungary, Costa Rica, Mexico, and India.
According to the government, this effort is part of President Noboa’s vision to strengthen higher education by encouraging international experience among professionals. The scholarships aim to boost competitiveness across various fields and offer options for in-person, virtual, and hybrid study formats.
The current call for applications includes several programs:
– Stipendium Hungaricum (Hungary): 75 partial scholarships covering tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation, and health insurance for on-site postgraduate studies. Applications close January 16, 2026.
– UOC Scholarships 2025-2 (Spain): 200 places with a 45% partial scholarship for online master’s degrees in multiple areas. Deadline is December 19, 2025.
– UNADE Doctorate Second Cohort (Mexico): 50 places with a 45% partial scholarship for hybrid-format doctoral programs. Applications are open until May 30, 2026.
– Mondragón University 2026-2027 (Spain): 18 places with scholarships covering between 15% and 20% of costs for master’s programs available both online and on campus. Application deadline is January 9, 2026.
– University for Peace (Costa Rica): 10 places with a scholarship covering up to 75% of tuition costs for official master’s degrees. Applications close March 30, 2026.
– Professional training courses (India): Scholarships available for on-site professional courses in areas such as agri-entrepreneurship and rural development. The application period ends November 28; instruction will be in English.
Interested applicants are advised to consult specific requirements on the official portal siau.senescyt.gob.ec/convocatorias.
A statement from the government said: “This policy represents a strategic investment in our youth and the competitiveness of the nation.”
Globo Común serves as a key diplomatic tool to facilitate international cooperation in education. The government highlighted that these opportunities are funded entirely by external resources: “It is important to note that this expansion of opportunities is achieved with resources that are one hundred percent external—meaning no public funds from the Ecuadorian state are used.”
Since the beginning of President Noboa’s administration in 2024 through today, over twenty-five thousand Ecuadorians have received benefits from these programs. According to official figures, participants have pursued studies ranging from technical certificates to doctorates in countries such as China, Spain, Mexico, and the United States. There has been significant participation from provinces including Azuay, Bolívar, and Cañar.
Officials describe this broad reach as evidence of successful internationalization policies: “This broad scope reflects the success of the Ecuadorian government’s policy of internationalization by ensuring opportunities for all Ecuadorians.”
