Paving the Way to Higher Education in the Americas

The OAS scholarship program offers a life-changing opportunity for students in Latin America and the Caribbean to further their education abroad. As the region’s premier scholarship initiative, OAS awards have helped thousands of talented young professionals elevate their careers and boost development across 35 member countries since 1969.

What is the OAS?

The Organization of American States (OAS) is the world’s oldest regional organization, comprising all independent states of North and South America. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., OAS works to promote collaborative governance, strengthen democracies, and address issues like natural disasters, insecurity, and climate change through multilateral cooperation.

OAS Scholarship Program Overview

Funded by voluntary contributions from member state governments and other donors, OAS scholarships provide full or partial financial coverage for degrees ranging from undergraduate studies to PhD programs at accredited universities throughout the Americas. Fields include business, law, engineering, education, social sciences, and health sciences.

Benefits include tuition, fees, monthly living allowances, health insurance, and roundtrip airfare to the host country. Depending on the award category, some even offer internship placement opportunities. All programs aim to develop the next generation of regional leaders through education.

Scholarship Types

Key OAS scholarship categories include:

Academic Undergraduate – Funds bachelor’s programs for citizens of Latin American and Caribbean nations.

Academic Master’s – Supports one to two-year master’s programs for citizens of Latin America and Caribbean nations.

Specific Nationality Scholarships – Like the Canada Fund, targeting students from specific OAS member countries.

The targeted Development Areas Scholarships – Awards centered on fields related to priority issues like natural disaster management, cybersecurity, or women’s empowerment.

For those inspired to make a difference, OAS scholarships open doors to top-quality educational experiences abroad and valuable professional networks throughout the Americas. Eligible candidates should start researching award criteria and rigorous application requirements before deadlines.