Scholarship
Universities New Zealand - BECAL PhD Scholarship
A joint scholarship programme established to support Paraguayan students pursuing PhD studies at any university in New Zealand. The program aims to strengthen educational cooperation and scientific development between the two nations.
About this scholarship
Universities New Zealand - BECAL PhD Scholarship is offered by Universities New Zealand and BECAL for study in Paraguay at phd level. The award is valued at Domestic tuition fee rates for international students., provided as partial tuition support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as partial tuition funding. Applicants selected receive Domestic tuition fee rates for international students.. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Nationality requirements apply: Paraguay.
Eligibility
Paraguayan students accepted into PhD programmes at a New Zealand university.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-08-28. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Nationality requirements
Paraguay
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Universities New Zealand and BECAL
- Study destination
- Paraguay
- Eligible applicant countries
- Paraguay
- Award
- Domestic tuition fee rates for international students.
- Funding type
- partial tuition
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Nationality
- Paraguay
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-08-28
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21