FUNED Scholarship University of Sheffield Partnership 2025

FUNED Scholarship

• The FUNED Scholarship is a collaboration between Fundación Mexicana para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Tecnología (FUNED) and various international universities, including the University of Sheffield.
• This scholarship provides financial assistance to Mexican students pursuing postgraduate studies abroad.
• It aims to support talented individuals in obtaining advanced education, contributing to both their personal development and Mexico’s growth.

Eligibility

• To be eligible for the FUNED Scholarship, applicants must be Mexican citizens with an official offer of admission to a master's program at a recognized international institution.
• Additionally, students must be receiving a loan from FUNED to fund their education.
• The scholarship is specifically available to students pursuing master's degrees and who demonstrate strong academic credentials.
• Candidates should have an outstanding academic background.
• Some preference may be given to those pursuing programs in areas that are of high priority for Mexico’s development.

Application Process

• The application process for the FUNED Scholarship begins with obtaining admission to a recognized university, such as the University of Sheffield.
• Once admitted, students must apply for a loan through FUNED, which includes submitting academic records, recommendation letters, proof of admission, and a financial assessment.

Benefits/Value

• The FUNED Scholarship provides significant financial benefits to students by offering an automatic 20% reduction in tuition fees at participating universities, like the University of Sheffield.
• This fee reduction is applied annually, helping to ease the financial burden on students who are already receiving a loan from FUNED.