The Guatá 2025 Scholarship, sponsored by the French Embassy in Brazil, provides indigenous doctoral students from Brazil the opportunity to pursue academic and research exchanges in France for the 2025–2026 academic year. This initiative fosters cultural exchange, academic mobility, and inclusivity, enriching global academia with unique indigenous insights and experiences.

Eligibility Requirements for the Guatá 2025 Scholarship
To qualify for the Guatá 2025 Scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Be an Indigenous Doctoral Student: Applicants must provide official documentation verifying their indigenous identity.
• Enrollment in Partner Universities: Candidates must be enrolled in one of the following Brazilian universities:
  • USP (Universidade de São Paulo)
  • Unicamp (Universidade Estadual de Campinas)
  • UnB (Universidade de Brasília)
  • UEA (Universidade do Estado do Amazonas)
  • UFGD (Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados)
  • UFRR (Universidade Federal de Roraima)
  • UFPA (Universidade Federal do Pará)
  • UFPE (Universidade Federal de Pernambuco)
  • Unilab (Universidade da Integração Internacional da Lusofonia Afro-Brasileira)
  • UFMG (Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais)
• Secure Admission in France: Applicants must gain admission to a French university for the exchange duration.

Benefits of the Guatá Scholarship Program
The scholarship offers a comprehensive benefits package to ensure students can focus on their academic pursuits, including:

• Round-trip airfare between Brazil and France.
• A monthly allowance of €1,704 for financial stability.
• Tuition fee exemption at French public institutions.
• Primary health insurance coverage.
• Assistance with housing arrangements.
• Complimentary visa services and streamlined consular processes.

How to Apply for the Guatá 2025 Scholarship
Applications must be submitted online. Follow these steps to apply:

1. Prepare all required documents in a single PDF file, including:
   • Proof of indigenous identity.
   • Academic and professional qualifications.
   • A detailed statement outlining your mobility goals.
2. Visit the official application portal at Unicamp International Office to complete the application form.

FAQs About the Guatá Scholarship

1. Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Indigenous doctoral students enrolled in specified Brazilian universities are eligible.

2. What expenses are covered by the scholarship?
The scholarship covers airfare, a monthly stipend, tuition exemption, health insurance, and housing assistance.

3. When is the application deadline?
Specific deadlines can be found on the official Unicamp International Office page linked above.

4. Can students from other countries apply?
No, the scholarship is exclusive to indigenous doctoral students from Brazil.