Coimbra Group Scholarship 2026 for Latin American Early-Career Researchers
The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Early-career Professors & Researchers from Latin American Universities 2026 offers a key chance for young academics. This program lets early-career researchers from Latin America spend 1 to 3 months at top European universities. It helps them advance their work and build ties with European scholars.
Program Goals and Support
The main aim is to let Latin American professors and researchers continue projects linked to their home institutions. During the stay, they work with scientists at host universities in Europe. This builds stronger academic links between Latin America and Europe.
Participating Coimbra Group universities pay for the scholarships. The Coimbra Group Office handles all applications. Stays last up to 3 months and focus on research visits.
Who Can Apply: Eligibility Rules
To qualify, applicants must meet these clear requirements:
- Born on or after January 1, 1986.
- Citizens and current residents of a Latin American country. People already living or studying in Europe do not qualify.
- Hold a university degree or the same level of education.
- Work as a professor or researcher at a recognized Latin American university.
- Get an acceptance letter from a supervisor at the host university. This proves the host will guide the research stay.
Some host universities limit spots to certain Latin American countries. Check the “Remarks” section on each university’s page before applying.
List of Participating Universities
These Coimbra Group members join the 2026 program. Early-career researchers can pick one that fits their field:
- Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iaşi (Romania)
- University of Barcelona (Spain)
- University of Bergen (Norway)
- University of Coimbra (Portugal)
- University of Cologne (Germany)
- University of Granada (Spain)
- University of Graz (Austria)
- Friedrich Schiller University Jena (Germany)
- Istanbul University (Turkey)
- Jagiellonian University in Krakow (Poland)
- University of Leeds (UK)
- KU Leuven (Belgium)
- University of Padova (Italy)
- University of Pavia (Italy)
- University of Poitiers (France)
- University of Salamanca (Spain)
- University of Siena (Italy)
- University of Tartu (Estonia)
Each university lists details on research areas and country rules.
How to Apply
The deadline is May 10, 2026. Start by visiting the official application page. Submit all required documents, including the supervisor’s acceptance letter.
For full details, check the Coimbra Group Scholarship page. Prepare early to match your research with a host supervisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Coimbra Group Scholarship 2026?
You must be born on or after January 1, 1986, a citizen and resident of a Latin American country, hold a university degree, and work as a professor or researcher at a Latin American university.
What is the duration of the scholarship stay?
The research stay lasts 1 to 3 months at a participating European university.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply is May 10, 2026.
What documents are needed to apply?
You need to submit all required documents, including an acceptance letter from a supervisor at the host university, via the official Coimbra Group application page.