The GCUB-Mob Scholarship 2025-2026 | Brazil Scholarship 2025 officially open

Omran Aburayya
Jun 6
3 min read

If you're an international student seeking a fully funded opportunity to pursue a Master's or Doctorate in Brazil, the GCUB International Mobility Program (GCUB-Mob) 2025–2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious program offers over 850 scholarships across 58 Brazilian universities, aiming to foster academic excellence and international cooperation.

🎓 GCUB Scholarship Summary

Location: Brazil
Host Institutions: 58 Brazilian universities affiliated with GCUB
Study Level: Master's and Doctorate
Target Group: International students from countries maintaining diplomatic relations with Brazil
Fields of Study: Various disciplines as offered by participating universities
Value & Coverage:
- Full tuition and enrollment fee exemption
- Monthly stipend
- Access to university facilities under the same conditions as local students
Duration:
- Master's: Up to 24 months
- Doctorate: Up to 48 months
Application Deadline: July 13, 2025, at 23:59 (BRT)
Program Start Date: 2026
Eligible Applicants: Non-Brazilian citizens in good health, capable of covering additional expenses not included in the scholarship

📚 Program Overview

The GCUB-Mob program is an initiative by the International Cooperation Group of Brazilian Universities (GCUB), supported by organizations such as the Guimarães Rosa Institute of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil, the Organization for Southern Cooperation (OSC), the Organization of American States (OAS), CONFAP, UDUALC, CSUCA, UNESCO's National Commission for Brazil, and the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF).

The program aims to contribute to the development of high-performing academic students globally, promote university internationalization, and strengthen international cooperation between Brazilian universities and institutions worldwide.

📘 Eligible Fields of study

Check this table to observe the available Master’s and PhD degrees programs which contains information on the university, language requirements, and duration of the program. The duration of the Master’s program is up to 24 months and the duration of the Doctoral program is up to 48 months. (The information is in Portuguese, so you might need to translate).

🎁 Scholarship Benefits

Financial Coverage:
- Exemption from enrollment fees, tuition, or academic fees
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
Academic Support:
- Access to university facilities, including libraries, laboratories, and restaurants
- Participation in academic activities under the same conditions as local students
Additional Support for OSC Member States:
- Up to USD 1,500 per student for airfare, visa processing, international medical insurance, and other personal expenses not covered by GCUB's associated universities

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Be a citizen of a country that maintains diplomatic relations with Brazil
Not hold Brazilian nationality
Be in good physical and mental health
Be capable of financing additional expenses not covered by the scholarship (e.g., airfare, visa, international health insurance)
Hold a relevant academic degree:
- For Master's applicants: Bachelor's degree
- For Doctorate applicants: Master's degree (if required by the chosen program)
Demonstrate at least an intermediate level of Portuguese before defending their thesis or dissertation

📝 Application Procedure

Online Application: Complete the application form available at the GCUB website.
Program Selection: Applicants may apply to up to five Master's or Doctoral programs from different universities, preferably from various regions of Brazil.
Document Submission: Upload the following documents in PDF format:
- Identification document (passport or national ID)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic transcripts and diplomas
- Two essays:
  - Essay 1: Academic expectations and professional perspectives upon returning to the home country (max 1,000 words)
  - Essay 2: For each desired program, a research proposal covering justification, central theme, literature review, and methodology (max 4,000 words)
Language: Applications can be submitted in Portuguese, English, Spanish, or French.
Deadline: Submit the application by July 13, 2025, at 23:59 (BRT).
Contact: For inquiries, email gcub.mob@gcub.org.br.