Mente Argentina Scholarship · 18+ weeks programs
Academic Merit Scholarship to Study in Argentina
For students with a strong academic record who demonstrate academic achievement, motivation, and a thoughtful interest in international education.
Funded by Mente Argentina. Awards of USD 500–2,500 are applied as a reduction of your Mente Argentina program fees: this scholarship is a discount on a Mente Argentina program, not a cash grant.
Academic Merit Scholarship at a glance
- Award
- USD 500–2,500
- Coverage
- Reduction of Mente Argentina program fees (not paid in cash)
- Funded by
- Mente Argentina
- Eligible programs
- Mente Argentina programs lasting 18 weeks or longer, in person in Buenos Aires or online
- Minimum GPA
- 3.7/4.0 or equivalent
- Who can apply
- Students who have applied to an eligible Mente Argentina program
- Application fee
- None (the program has its own fees)
- Deadline · starts January–June
- September 1 (previous year)
- Deadline · starts July–December
- March 1
- Decision
- Within 3 weeks of a complete file
Only one Mente Argentina scholarship may be awarded to the same student per term. How we use your application data: Privacy policy.
Eligibility
Eligibility and requirements
Scholarship eligibility is based primarily on program duration: the Academic Merit Scholarship is for Mente Argentina programs lasting 18 weeks or longer, including both in-person and online programs.
- 18+ weeks
- In-person & online
- GPA 3.7+
Requirements
- GPA of 3.7/4.0 or equivalent
- Original 400–500 word essay on the advantages of studying abroad in Argentina
- Academic letter of recommendation
- Completed online scholarship application
Essay prompt: The advantages of studying abroad in Argentina (400–500 words, original; cite any outside sources).
Programs lasting exactly 18 weeks also qualify for the Short-Term Programs Scholarship.
Deadlines
Application deadlines by program start date
Submit your complete scholarship application by the priority deadline for your program start date. Each deadline is at least 120 days before the program start date, which gives you the strongest chance of receiving an award.
| Your program starts in | Priority deadline |
|---|---|
| January–June | September 1 of the previous year |
| July–December | March 1 |
Next deadlines: March 1, 2027 (starts July–December 2027); September 1, 2027 (starts January–June 2028). Applications submitted after the deadline may still be considered, but they are reviewed case by case and less funding may be available.
Selection criteria and process
Applications are evaluated on:
- Academic achievement (GPA 3.7/4.0 or equivalent)
- The academic letter of recommendation
- The quality, structure, originality, and creativity of the essay
Candidates who meet the scholarship and program requirements have their scholarship application and supporting materials reviewed through an independent selection process.
Awards are based on the requirements of the scholarship, the overall quality of the application, and the volume of qualified applicants during that period. Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an award.
Scholarship Application
How to apply for the Academic Merit Scholarship
Scholarship applications are submitted online and reviewed separately from program applications.
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Step 1
Apply to your Mente Argentina program
Submit your regular Mente Argentina program application first. We must have received it before the scholarship can be reviewed.
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Step 2
Prepare your essay and recommendation
Follow the essay prompt and word count carefully. Essays must be original. If you use outside sources, cite them appropriately.
You may upload your recommendation letter with your application, or your recommender may email it directly to admissions@menteargentina.com with your full name in the message.
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Step 3
Submit the online scholarship application
Complete the scholarship application form by the priority deadline for your start date.
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Step 4
Receive your decision
Once your scholarship file is complete and ready for review, you will receive a decision within 3 weeks. Awards are applied directly to your Mente Argentina program fees.
Who funds the Academic Merit Scholarship?
Mente Argentina funds the Academic Merit Scholarship.
The award is a reduction of your Mente Argentina program fees: it only applies to Mente Argentina programs and it is never paid to participants in cash.
How much is the Academic Merit Scholarship?
Awards currently range from USD 500–2,500.
The number and value of awards granted each year depend on the strength and volume of applications.
What is the deadline?
Priority deadlines: September 1 of the previous year for programs starting January–June; March 1 for programs starting July–December.
That is at least 120 days before your program start date, which gives you the strongest chance of receiving funding.
Applications submitted later may still be reviewed, but only on a case-by-case basis.
Do I need to apply to a Mente Argentina program first?
Yes.
Your scholarship can only be processed after Mente Argentina has received your program application.
The scholarship application itself is a separate online process.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
Once your scholarship file is complete and ready for review, Mente Argentina will process the application and provide a decision within 3 weeks.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Yes.
If you meet the requirements for multiple scholarships, you may submit a separate application for each one.
Only one Mente Argentina scholarship may be awarded to the same student per term. An 18-week program falls within both duration categories.
Can I combine it with a Mente Argentina discount?
Yes.
Scholarships and eligible Mente Argentina discounts can generally be combined unless a particular promotion specifically states otherwise.