Choose the Right Course to Study in Uruguay
Uruguay offers several academic opportunities. Choosing one right course to study from a multitude of courses is a hard task. To make your decision easy and simple, we have set down a few steps. Read on to know the steps of “Choosing the Right Study Programme in Uruguay”:
Step 1: Know your Goals
Know your academic, social and personal goals. Determine what are your interest areas, what you want to do and why. Uruguay provides many academic opportunities for international students, so choose a programme that will make your study abroad experience perfect!
Step 2: Search, Research and Short list
Search and research about the course you want to undertake and the universities offering that particular course. Visit the official website of the university to know in detail about the course-structure, admission requirements, language requirements, scholarships, credits, tuition fees, accommodation & more..
After thorough searching and researching, short list the universities that suit your criteria. Contact that university to know more about the admissions.
Step 3: Apply to the University
After you have decided the study programme and the university, without further delay, apply at the chosen University. Apply directly to the Uruguayan higher education institution of your choice.
General Admission Requirements
- For Undergraduate degree programmes: Students must hold a secondary education certificate.
- For Master’s degree programme: Students must hold an undergraduate degree.
- For Doctoral degree programme: Students must hold a master‘s degree or its equivalent.
Language Requirements
Spanish Language Proficiency
International students must have an intermediate level of proficiency in Spanish language, which is equivalent to B1 or B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
To know about the application procedure and documentation, click
here.
Step 4: Apply for Scholarships and Grants
Students who need financial support may apply for scholarships. Higher education institutions in Uruguay offer many scholarships for studies in Uruguay. Read the post “
Scholarships” to know about the scholarships for students in Uruguay.
Step 5: Apply for Student Visa
If you’re selected, you will receive a letter of acceptance. Once you receive it, apply for a student visa. International students do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days, but for stays longer than that, a visa is required. Click
here to know in detail about the study visa application process for Uruguay.