Are you an early-career researcher or professor from Latin America looking to advance your work through a short stay in Europe? The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme for Early-career Professors & Researchers from Latin American Universities 2026 offers a great chance. This program provides funding for research visits lasting up to three months at top European universities.
What the Scholarship Offers
Universities in the Coimbra Group host early-career scholars from Latin American higher education institutions. The goal is to help you continue research tied to your home university while building ties with European scientists. Each visit runs from one to three months, and the hosting universities cover the costs. The Coimbra Group Office handles applications for all participating schools.
Who Can Apply
To qualify, you must meet these main requirements:
- Be born on or after January 1, 1986.
- Hold citizenship and live in a Latin American country right now. People already in Europe for study or work do not qualify.
- Have a university degree or the same level of education.
- Work as a professor or researcher at a Latin American university that local authorities recognize.
Some host universities limit spots to researchers from certain Latin American countries. Check the “Remarks” section on each university’s offer page to see if your country fits. You also need a letter or email from a supervisor at the host university. This must confirm they will guide your research during the stay.
List of Participating Universities
Here are the Coimbra Group universities joining for 2026:
- 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)
Pick a host that matches your research needs and country rules.
Application Process and Deadline
Start by visiting the official application page. Submit your details through the Coimbra Group portal. Make sure to include the required acceptance letter from your chosen supervisor. The deadline is May 10, 2026, so apply soon to secure your spot. For full details, check the Coimbra Group Scholarship page on grants for Latin America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Coimbra Group Scholarship 2026?
You must be born on or after January 1, 1986, hold citizenship and live in a Latin American country, have a university degree, and work as a professor or researcher at a recognized Latin American university.
What does the scholarship provide?
It offers funding for one- to three-month research visits at Coimbra Group universities in Europe, with host universities covering the costs.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply is May 10, 2026.
How do I apply for the scholarship?
Visit the Coimbra Group portal, submit your details, and include an acceptance letter from a supervisor at your chosen host university.
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