Call for Scholarships of the Government of Mexico for Foreign Nationals for the year 2008

The Embassy of Mexico presents its compliments to the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia -Directorate for North and Central American Affairs- and has the honour to inform the Department that the Government of Mexico has launched the Call for Scholarships of the Government of Mexico for Foreign Nationals for the year 2008; the same will remain open until July 31st, 2007.

The Call is addressed to foreign nationals willing to pursue higher studies in any of more than 100 Mexican academic institutions participating in the Call, and it is open for all areas of high studies offered by these institutions, with the exception of studies in odontology, plastic surgery, administration, marketing, accounting and publicity. High studies in medicine are subject to availability. Foreign nationals residing in Mexico are non-eligible.

Scholarships are granted for a period up to one year; this period may be extended in accordance with the specific plan or program. Scholarships for master degree may be extended for a second year, while scholarships for doctoral degrees may be extended up to two additional periods of one year each, maximum.

The Embassy further informs that the Government of Mexico is offering two scholarships ,to Indonesian nationals, extensions included, within the bilateral framework.

It should be stressed that all candidates must have the prior acceptance by a high studies institution participating in the Call, when submitting their application for a scholarship.

The Embassy would very much appreciate the assistance of the Department in promoting the Call among the related educative, social and cultural institutions of Indonesia.

The academic offer of high studies provided by each of the more than 100 participating Mexican institutions, is specified in the publication "Mexican Government Scholarships for Foreigners. 2008", issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico. A sample of the same in English language and, one in Spanish language are enclosed both, for the kind perusal of the Department and for the promotion of the Call. Also, five brochures in English and five in Spanish languages, containing fast­track information on the Call, are enclosed. The information on the Call is found too at the following web address: http://becas.sre.gob.mx

The academic offer of high studies provided by each of the more than 100 participating Mexican institutions, is specified in the publication "Mexican Government Scholarships for Foreigners. 2008", issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico. A sample of the same in English language and, one in Spanish language are enclosed both, for the kind perusal of the Department and for the promotion of the Also, five brochures in English and five in Spanish languages, containing fast­track information on the are enclosed. The information on the is found too at the following web address:

A sample of the application form .(Form A) is enclosed as well, in both Spanish and English language, for the perusal of the Department. Every applicant must fill this form in Spanish language; the form in English language may be used only as guide.
The requirements for applicants are the following:

• To submit the Form A 2008, in Spanish. (download Form Registrtion here)
• Letter of acceptance from the host Mexican high studies institution.
• Endorsement by the Government of Indonesia.
• Copy of study transcripts of Bachelor and/or postgraduate degree, as the case may be, including proof of average grades obtained while carrying out studies.
• Copy of the certificate (diploma) of Bachelor and/or postgraduate degree, as the case may be. * Curriculum vitae, accompanied by copies of documents proving the academic and professional activities carried out.
• Copy of the Birth Certificate.
• Health certificate -including a statement whether or not the applicant suffers from infectious diseases.
• Eight recent photographs of 3 cm by 3 cm, with the name of the applicant written on the backside of each one. * Proficiency in Spanish language is highly desirable. * Certification that the applicant is pursuing or has pursued a doctoral degree, for those aspirants who intend to carry out a doctoral research program.
• Proof of Doctorate degree in case that the applicant intends to pursue a doctoral visit. Last, but not least, the Embassy would very grateful if it is informed about the institutions from the Indonesian Government and society that will participate in the body, along with the Embassy, that will conform the pre-selection committee, which will analyze the applications and will propose to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico the candidates for the scholarships.
  

The Embassy of Mexico avails itself of this Q'pportunity to renew to the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia - Directorate for North and Central American Affairs- the assurances of its highest consideration.