The National Scholarship Program “Don Carlos Antonio López” (NSP BECAL) has opened its 1st Specialization Call. It is aimed at Paraguayan professionals seeking to further their academic training at prestigious international universities. Applications are open until May 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
A total of 120 NSP BECAL spots are available for virtual specialization programs lasting up to 12 months. Applicants can choose from a variety of programs offered by universities ranked in prestigious global rankings such as the QS World Universities Ranking, The Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
NSP BECAL Applicants Must Meet The Following Requirements:
- Be Paraguayan or a naturalized Paraguayan citizen.
- Hold a university degree.
- Select virtual programs offered by institutions ranked in the aforementioned global rankings.
- Choose programs with a minimum of 100 verified hours.
It is important to note that university applications must be self-managed by each applicant of the NSP BECAL. Candidates must obtain an Admission Letter from the university, which must include the program name, start and end dates, cost, and total course hours.
Scholarship Benefits
The NSP BECAL covers full or partial funding of the program’s tuition, which will either be paid directly to the university or reimbursed to the scholar upon submission of proof of payment. Additionally, recipients will receive an annual allowance of up to USD 500 for purchasing academic materials and necessary devices.
NSP BECAL Applicants must complete the SPI online application form and submit the required documentation. For more details on the requirements and application process, candidates can consult the Guidelines and Conditions Manual.
The NSP BECAL is an excellent opportunity for Paraguayan professionals to continue their academic training at globally renowned institutions, fostering their professional and academic growth.
It follows other NSP BECAL projects, implementations, offers, and launches, such as Becal implements digitalisation in the scholarship award process, Becal Publishes List Of Pre-Selected Candidates For PhD Studies Abroad, and BECAL Launches FOGAE With $US3.6 Million Fund To Facilitate Postgraduate Studies Abroad.
