The ALECOSTA Scholarship is a fully funded program for Costa Rican university lecturers to pursue Master’s and doctoral degrees in Germany. Based on an agreement between CONARE and the DAAD, this scholarship supports academic exchange and advanced qualifications.
The DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) is the world’s largest funding organization for international student and researcher exchange. It promotes academic cooperation and provides scholarships to foster global education and research networks.
Benefits
- Monthly scholarship payments from Costa Rican partners
- Travel allowance (if not granted by the Costa Rican university)
- Initial language course in Germany (up to 6 months for Master’s and doctoral candidates including accommodation and pocket money) or language course during the course of study
- Health, nursing care, accident and liability insurance for the scholarship holder; if applicable, health and liability insurance for the accompanying family
- One-year research and study grant
- Printing costs subsidy for doctoral students
- German language course costs for accompanying spouses, if applicable
Eligibility Criteria
- University lecturers from the Costa Rican universities: Universidad de Costa Rica, Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica, Universidad Nacional, Universidad Estatal a Distancia, and Universidad Técnica Nacional
How to Apply?
- Select your status and country on the DAAD scholarship database page to enable application submission.
- Submit the application through the DAAD application portal.
- If you want a full guide, go to this link- https://guides.scholarshipunion.com/daad/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the ALECOSTA Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
The ALECOSTA Scholarship is a fully funded program for Costa Rican university lecturers to pursue Master’s and doctoral degrees in Germany, based on an agreement between CONARE and the DAAD.
Who can apply for the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
University lecturers from the Costa Rican universities: Universidad de Costa Rica, Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica, Universidad Nacional, Universidad Estatal a Distancia, and Universidad Técnica Nacional.
What degrees are funded under the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
The scholarship funds Master’s and doctoral degrees.
What is the duration of the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
The funding duration is 24 to 48 months. Scholarships are awarded for one year, and extensions must be applied for and examined by the DAAD Selection Committee.
What benefits does the ALECOSTA Scholarship provide?
Benefits include monthly payments from Costa Rican partners, travel allowance, language course in Germany, health insurance, research grant, printing costs subsidy for doctoral students, and language course costs for accompanying spouses.
How do I apply for the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
You must select your status and country on the DAAD scholarship database page to enable the application submission, then apply through the DAAD application portal.
Is there a deadline for the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
The official site does not specify a deadline. Please check the DAAD portal or contact the Information Centre San José for details.
Can I apply if I am not from Costa Rica?
No, the scholarship is specifically for university lecturers from the listed Costa Rican universities.
Does the scholarship cover travel expenses?
Yes, a travel allowance is provided if not granted by the Costa Rican university.
Where can I get more information about the ALECOSTA Scholarship?
Contact the Information Centre San José at [email protected] or visit www.centroamerica.daad.de/es/25512/index.html.
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