International Graduate
Explore internationalization opportunities for UCN graduate students: languages, virtual programs, in-person exchanges, and special interest programs.
Gain international experience, build skills the job market values, and grow your global network — all from northern Chile.
Our university holds a six-year excellence accreditation. We offer programmes designed to address global challenges from a unique territorial perspective.
Improve your English, Spanish or another language with UCN Language Program courses.
Access virtual mobility programs and e-learning without the need to travel.
Carry out internships, research stays and co-tutorships at partner universities.
Intensive courses and thematic programs designed for international graduate students.
Admission to UCN graduate programs is handled entirely online.
Choose a Master’s or PhD on the UCN graduate portal.
Each program sets entry requirements: degree, experience, language level, etc.
Complete the digital form and upload the required documents.
The program committee reviews applications and may invite you to an interview.
You will receive acceptance and enrollment instructions by email.
Partial or full exemption from annual tuition fees for academically outstanding students.
Monthly stipends to cover basic living expenses during the academic year.
Technical support for applications to the National Doctoral Scholarships of the National Research and Development Agency (ANID).
The UCN International Student Programme (PIE-UCN) announces that applications for international and national student mobility via bilateral agreements for the 2nd semester 2026 will open on 1 March.
Check academic opportunities at universities and institutions in different countries and regions of the world, whose applications close during February 2026.
View OpportunitiesActive calls are managed through VRIDT. However, some scholarships have open windows and/or specific deadlines each year to attract international students.
Explore scholarships, calls and opportunities filtered by program, country and target audience.
Go to Scholarships FinderCooperation programme for professionals, public servants or academics from African countries (e.g. South Africa, Mozambique, Angola) to study for a Master's degree at Chilean universities.
Good academic record and commitment to the programme.
Spanish courses for international students.
OPEN TO ALL AGED 18+
UCN International Chile – Temporary Residence Permit. To study at UCN, whether at undergraduate or graduate level, you must apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (formerly student visa). All Temporary Residence applications must be submitted through the National Migration Service website.
Go to UCN Graduate Visa PortalVisa for students, teachers, and visiting professionals without remuneration.
After 60 days in Chile, those wishing to renew their temporary visa for another 90 days must apply for a Visa Extension at a cost of USD 100. This extension can only be processed once.
If you hold a residence permit in this subcategory, you may engage in lawful paid activities for up to 30 hours per week without needing an additional authorisation.
Foreign nationals who wish to settle in Chile for the purpose of studying at state-recognised educational institutions may apply for this permit, provided they meet the relevant requirements.
Active calls are managed through VRIDT. However, some scholarships have open windows and/or specific deadlines each year for short-term internships.
Awarded directly by European consortia, without the student's home university acting as intermediary. The applicant applies personally for Master's, doctoral, postdoctoral and other internships.
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The Pacific Alliance opens its bi-annual call for postgraduate students from Mexico, Colombia and Peru, offering support to complete one academic semester at a higher education institution in a member country.
BAYLAT scholarships are aimed at postgraduate students for research stays at Bavarian universities. The stays must be linked to a final work: degree thesis, bachelor's, master's or equivalent.
A double degree is an academic programme in which a student follows a study plan jointly designed by two higher-education institutions, generally in different countries, and upon completion obtains two official university degrees, one from each participating institution.
2 European institutions in different EU countries + UCN – 60, 90 or 120 ECTS – €1,400/month per student for up to 6 months – number of students agreed between institutions. Includes compulsory mobility to any of the participating countries.
Not linked to a Joint Master's application. A design measure within 15 months for a new Master's programme – 2 European institutions in different EU countries + UCN. One beneficiary, €60,000 total – travel, events, experts, analysis and web.
International Study and Training Partnerships: e.g. through the agreement of credit transfer rules, joint curriculum development or the preparation of double degrees.
Integrated International Degree Programmes with Double Degrees.
Services available for your profile
Short programs 10 days - 6 weeks • Astronomy, Geology, etc.
6 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Official TOEFL iBT testing center • Preparation and exam
Live activities and open calls (Fulbright, Technovation, etc.) • Free access
Academic networks and cooperation organizations
COIL, EMI, Mirror Classes and international methodologies
