Scholarships in Argentina

Scholarships

In Argentina, there are scholarships and financial aid for students in compulsory education, vocational training, technical programs, teacher training programs, university degrees, postgraduate studies, and research.

Scholarships to study in Argentina: programs, requirements, and financial aid

Each program has different target recipients and conditions. Requirements may consider age, family group income, academic standing, the chosen degree, the educational institution, and belonging to certain groups.

The scholarship portal of the Secretaría de Educación brings together the main national programs.

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What national scholarships are available in Argentina?

Among the national programs are:

  • Progresar Scholarships.
  • Manuel Belgrano Strategic Scholarships.
  • Educational Strengthening Scholarships.
  • International scholarships and academic mobility programs.

There are also aid programs offered by universities, provinces, municipalities, scientific organizations, and other institutions.

What are the Progresar Scholarships?

The Programa de Respaldo a Estudiantes Argentinos, Progresar, provides financial support to people who want to complete their studies, pursue a higher-education degree, or undertake vocational training.

The program is organized into three tracks:

  • Progresar Obligatorio: for completing primary or secondary education.
  • Progresar Superior: for university, tertiary, teacher-training, and nursing degrees.
  • Progresar Formación Profesional: for recognized vocational training courses and pathways.

The benefit is deposited into a bank account or virtual wallet in the student's name.

Who can apply for Progresar Obligatorio?

Progresar Obligatorio is aimed at students who want to finish primary or secondary education.

Its general requirements include:

  • Be between 16 and 24 years old.
  • Be a native or naturalized Argentine, or a foreigner with at least two years of legal residence in the country.
  • Have a DNI.
  • Be a regular student at an educational institution.
  • Not exceed the income limit established by the program.
  • Meet the attendance and educational participation requirements.

Age limits are extended for people in charge of single-parent households and no maximum age applies to certain priority groups.

What educational requirements does Progresar Obligatorio have?

To keep the benefit, the student must regularly attend the educational institution and complete the training activities established by the program.

The school certifies regular attendance and compliance with the applicable requirements.

Who can apply for Progresar Superior?

Progresar Superior is intended for students of university degrees, non-university higher education, teacher training and nursing.

Its general requirements include:

  • Be a native or naturalized Argentine, or a foreigner with at least five years of legal residence in the country.
  • Have a DNI.
  • Be between 17 and 25 years old at the closing of the application period.
  • Be able to receive the scholarship until age 30 in the case of an advanced student.
  • Have graduated from secondary school and have no outstanding subjects.
  • Enter or pursue studies at an institution covered by the program.
  • Not exceed the established income limit.
  • Meet the academic requirements.
  • Have a complete or ongoing vaccination schedule according to age.
  • Participate in the complementary activities determined by the program.

People in charge of single-parent households may qualify with an extended age limit. Certain priority groups, such as people with disabilities, refugees, members of Indigenous peoples and Afro-descendants, have specific requirements.

What institutions are included in Progresar Superior?

The program mainly covers studies carried out at:

  • National universities.
  • Provincial universities.
  • National university institutes.
  • Higher technical education institutes.
  • State-run teacher training institutes.

The regulations provide for certain exceptions for private institutions and for nursing degrees.

What academic requirements does Progresar Superior have?

During the school year, the student must prove regular enrollment through registration in or passing of the curricular subjects established by the program.

At the end of the academic year, progress in the degree is evaluated. For the 2026 cycle, both new students and advanced students must record passing at least four four-month courses or two annual courses.

The duration of studies must not exceed by more than two years the duration established in the degree plan.

How are Progresar Superior installments paid?

People included in the first annual call can receive twelve installments. Those who enter through a second call can receive six installments.

In the case of new students, part of the regular installments is subject to certifications of regular enrollment and academic progress. Advanced students receive the full regular installments from the first payment.

The program also includes incentive installments linked to accreditation of academic progress.

Is there a scholarship to study Nursing?

Students in university degrees and nursing technical programs can access Progresar Superior.

For nursing students, no general maximum age limit applies. The requirements for nationality or residence, income, academic regularity and educational institution must be met.

What is Progresar Formación Profesional?

Progresar Formación Profesional is intended for people taking vocational training programs validated by the Instituto Nacional de Educación Tecnológica.

Registration for the 2026 call remains open until November 27, 2026.

Its requirements include:

  • Be between 18 and 24 years old.
  • Be able to access up to age 35 when not holding a registered formal job.
  • Be a native or naturalized Argentine, or a foreigner with at least two years of legal residence.
  • Hold a DNI.
  • Not exceed the established income limit.
  • Be taking a vocational training program validated by the INET and considered strategic.
  • Complete registration through Mi Argentina.

Certain priority groups can access with no maximum age limit.

What sectors does Progresar Formación Profesional include?

Training programs may relate to productive and service sectors such as:

  • Agroindustry.
  • Construction.
  • Care economy.
  • Knowledge economy.
  • Energy.
  • Gastronomy and tourism.
  • Automotive industry.
  • Logistics.
  • Mining.

The offering depends on the courses and pathways available in each jurisdiction.

How do I enroll in Progresar?

  1. Create or use your Mi Argentina account.
  2. Go to the official Progresar portal.
  3. Select the corresponding line.
  4. Complete your personal and academic information.
  5. Provide a bank account or virtual wallet in your name.
  6. Submit the application.
  7. Check the status of your application on the same platform.

What are the Manuel Belgrano Strategic Scholarships?

The National Program of Manuel Belgrano Strategic Scholarships supports students of undergraduate university degrees considered a priority for the economic, productive, social and scientific development of Argentina.

It is aimed at Argentine students studying at national or provincial public universities.

What areas do the Manuel Belgrano Scholarships cover?

The strategic areas covered are:

  • Energy and hydrocarbons.
  • Mining and geosciences.
  • Logistics and infrastructure.
  • Agroindustry and biotechnology.
  • Information technology and systems control.
  • Teaching degrees in strategic areas.
  • Exact and natural sciences.

The degree and the university must be included in the official list of strategic degrees.

Who can receive a Manuel Belgrano Scholarship?

Recipients are regular, new or advanced students who meet the following conditions:

  • Be a native or naturalized Argentine citizen and have a DNI.
  • Be enrolled in a degree included in the program.
  • Study at a national or provincial public university.
  • Be between 17 and 25 years old if you are a new student.
  • Be up to 30 years old if you are an advanced student.
  • Not exceed the established family income limit.
  • Meet the academic requirements.

Priority groups have exceptions regarding the age limit.

What are the academic requirements for the Manuel Belgrano Scholarships?

New applicants must be studying or entering a degree approved by the program.

Advanced students must have passed at least two four-month subjects or one annual subject during the previous school year.

For the first renewal, passing at least 50% of the subjects set out in the study plan during the previous academic year is required.

For the second renewal and subsequent renewals, passing at least 67% of the corresponding subjects is required.

How long does a Manuel Belgrano Scholarship last?

The scholarship lasts twelve months and can be renewed annually.

Renewal can be extended:

  • Up to three years in pregrado degrees.
  • Up to five years in grado degrees.

Continuation depends on meeting the academic and socioeconomic requirements.

How much is paid with a Manuel Belgrano Scholarship?

The Resolution 431/2026 establishes a monthly amount of 122,527 pesos starting with the installment for June 2026.

The program has a maximum quota of 36,000 scholarships for the 2026 call. Selection considers the academic and financial requirements and the prioritization criteria established by the program.

Are the Manuel Belgrano Scholarships compatible with other aid?

The Manuel Belgrano Scholarships are incompatible with educational scholarships with similar characteristics indicated in their rules and with the Fundación YPF Scholarships.

Compatibility with other social or university benefits depends on the nature of each aid.

What degrees are included in the Manuel Belgrano Scholarships?

The Manuel Belgrano Strategic Scholarships include technical degrees, bachelor's degrees, engineering degrees and teaching degrees from public universities throughout the country. The degrees are grouped into seven areas linked to the scientific, technological, energy, productive and educational development of Argentina.

The list is extensive and the same degree may appear at different campuses. To check whether you can apply for the scholarship, the university, the academic unit and the exact degree title must match.

You can check the official list of degrees covered by the Manuel Belgrano Scholarships.

Information Technology and Systems Control

This area includes degrees related to computer science, programming, data science, telecommunications, electronics, automation and information security.

Agroindustry and Biotechnology

This area features degrees linked to agricultural production, food, biotechnology, veterinary medicine, and the sustainable use of biological resources.

Exact and Natural Sciences

This category brings together fundamental degrees for research, industry, health, the environment and the development of new technologies.

Logistics and Infrastructure

The degrees in this area are related to construction, transportation, industry, design, mobility and the operation of infrastructure.

Mining and Geosciences

This area includes degrees related to geology, mining, the environment, territory, natural resources and geographic technologies.

Energy and Hydrocarbons

This subline brings together degrees related to energy production, hydrocarbons, renewable energies, electricity and the maintenance of energy systems.

Teaching degrees in strategic areas

The Manuel Belgrano Scholarships also include degrees aimed at training teachers in scientific and technological disciplines, as well as early childhood and primary education teaching degrees included in certain institutions.

The final verification must be carried out in the official search engine for universities and covered degrees.

What are the Educational Strengthening Scholarships?

The Educational Strengthening Scholarships consist of annual financial support applicable to different levels of the education system.

The program includes aid for:

  • Presidential godchildren.
  • Children of Malvinas War veterans.
  • Students under rights protection measures.
  • Adolescents in conflict with criminal law.
  • Students belonging to indigenous peoples.

What scholarship is available for presidential godchildren?

The scholarship for presidential godchildren is intended for people sponsored by the National Executive Branch who are studying in official schools.

The application requires proof of sponsorship, identity, and student status.

What scholarship is available for children of Malvinas veterans?

The scholarship for children of Malvinas War veterans covers children of deceased civilians and military personnel or of people who suffered disabilities as a result of the conflict.

The process requires proof of the family relationship, the veteran status, and regular school enrollment.

Are there scholarships for students from indigenous peoples?

The Educational Strengthening Scholarships include support for Argentine students belonging to indigenous peoples.

The program is aimed at adolescents and young people from sixth grade onward and requires proof of belonging to the indigenous people and of student status.

Are there scholarships for students under rights protection measures?

The program provides support for children, adolescents, and young people who are under rights protection measures or in conflict with criminal law.

These grants are managed with the involvement of the responsible agencies and the educational institution.

Where can international scholarships be found?

The Training, Education and International Scholarships Program manages and shares opportunities for Argentines who wish to study or conduct research abroad and for foreigners interested in studying in Argentina.

The opportunities may be intended for:

  • Undergraduate studies.
  • Language courses.
  • Postgraduate courses.
  • Master's degrees.
  • Doctorates.
  • Doctoral research stays.
  • Postdoctoral research stays.

The Campus Argentina Global portal allows you to search for international opportunities and check their conditions.

How do I search for a scholarship to study abroad?

The study abroad scholarship search engine allows you to filter opportunities by:

  • Field of study.
  • Destination country.
  • Scholarship name.
  • Duration.
  • Type of training.

How do I search for a scholarship to study in Argentina?

The scholarship search engine in Argentina gathers opportunities for foreigners and residents interested in pursuing studies, conducting research, or taking part in academic programs within the country.

What can international scholarships cover?

Coverage depends on each program and may include:

  • Tuition.
  • Accommodation.
  • Living expenses.
  • Flights.
  • Health insurance.
  • Study materials.
  • Research expenses.

A scholarship can cover all of these items or only part of them.

What requirements might international scholarships ask for?

Depending on the program, they may request:

  • Degree or proof of studies.
  • Academic grade point average.
  • Language certificate.
  • Recommendation letters.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Study or research project.
  • Acceptance by an academic institution.
  • Passport.
  • Legalized or apostilled documents.
  • Student visa.

Are there provincial and municipal scholarships?

The provinces, the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, and municipalities may offer their own programs for students in their jurisdictions.

The aid may be aimed at:

  • Higher education studies.
  • Transportation.
  • Accommodation.
  • Meals.
  • Connectivity.
  • Materials.
  • Degrees that are a priority for the region.

Administration may depend on the education, human development, youth, culture, or student welfare departments of each jurisdiction.

Do universities offer their own scholarships?

Many public and private universities have support programs for their students.

University financial aid may include:

  • Financial scholarships.
  • University dining hall.
  • Transportation.
  • Housing.
  • Study materials.
  • Connectivity.
  • Full or partial fee exemption at private universities.
  • Research scholarships.
  • Outreach scholarships.
  • Tutoring.

Management is usually handled by offices such as Student Welfare, Student Affairs, University Inclusion, or the Academic Office.

What should you ask about a university scholarship?

  • Whether it is available for incoming students.
  • What expenses it covers.
  • How long it lasts.
  • What academic requirements it has.
  • How financial need is documented.
  • Whether it can be combined with other aid.
  • What conditions must be met to renew it.

Does a scholarship cover all study expenses?

Coverage depends on each program. Some scholarships provide a sum of money and others cover specific services, such as dining, transportation, housing, tuition, or materials.

The main expenses associated with a degree may include:

  • Tuition and fees at fee-charging institutions.
  • Transportation.
  • Housing.
  • Food.
  • Connectivity.
  • Computer and software.
  • Books and materials.
  • Equipment and clothing.
  • Procedures and certifications.

Can you receive two scholarships at the same time?

Compatibility depends on the conditions of each program. Some scholarships can be combined with dining, transportation, or housing assistance, while others are incompatible with similar educational financial benefits.

Compatibility conditions are part of the rules and terms of each scholarship.

How can artificial intelligence help you find a scholarship?

Artificial intelligence can help you organize requirements, compare benefits, prepare a list of documents, and review a motivation letter.

It can also help summarize the terms of a call for applications, organize important dates, and prepare questions for the university or organization offering the scholarship.

Do not upload your DNI, bank details, academic certificates, or sensitive family information into tools that have not been authorized.

What documents may be requested for a scholarship?

Documentation depends on the program and may include:

  • DNI.
  • CUIL.
  • Proof of regular student status.
  • Academic transcript.
  • Proof of income.
  • Family group details.
  • Bank account in the student's name.
  • Disability certificates or proof of belonging to priority groups.
  • Documentation proving a situation protected by a specific law.

What do you need to check before applying?

  1. Eligible applicants: educational level, age, nationality and residence.
  2. Institution: covered universities, institutes or centers.
  3. Degree: inclusion in a specific list when applicable.
  4. Income: limit applicable to the student and their family group.
  5. Academic requirements: enrollment status, subjects and progress.
  6. Documentation: certificates needed to complete the process.
  7. Compatibility: possibility of combining the scholarship with other aid.
  8. Coverage: amount, services and expenses included.
  9. Duration: number of payments or period covered.
  10. Renewal: requirements to continue receiving the benefit.

So, which scholarship can you apply for in Argentina?

The option depends on your educational level and your situation:

  • Primary or secondary education: Progresar Obligatorio.
  • University, tertiary or teaching degrees: Progresar Superior.
  • Nursing degrees: Progresar Superior for nursing students.
  • Vocational training: Progresar Formación Profesional.
  • Strategic scientific and technical degrees: Becas Manuel Belgrano.
  • Situations covered by specific programs: Becas de Fortalecimiento Educativo.
  • International study and research: Campus Argentina Global.
  • Local aid: university, provincial and municipal scholarships.

An appropriate scholarship is one whose eligible applicants, academic requirements and coverage match your degree and your personal situation.

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