Chinese Government and UNESCO provide 2 scholarships for Colombian candidates through fellowship program

Project narrative

On February 26, 2019, The Ministry of External Relations reported that UNESCO ( United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) offered two full scholarships for Colombian students seeking to complete a postgraduate education or conduct research for one year in China. Students have the flexibility to choose their area of study. The scholarship covers flight expenses, tuition, living costs, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend of approximately $500 USD. The Colombian Institute of Educational Credit and Technical Studies Abroad conducted the application process through their platform. According to UNESCO, this is a yearly project titled the "UNESCO/People's Republic of China (The Great Wall) Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme." The purpose of the project is to provide funds for scholars to pursue advanced studies or individual research in China for a duration of one year. Seventy-five fellowships are provided by the Government of the People's Republic of China yearly, and they benefit developing states in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Arab region. 2019 marked the 25th year of this program.