La Caixa Foundation Scholarship for International Master's

Key facts

What the La Caixa Foundation Scholarship for International Master's covers — and why it's worth applying

Competitive; covers tuition and living costs for Spain's top institutions. The award (€1,000–1,500/month + tuition waiver) is aimed at Master's study in Spain, and goes to International Master's students at participating Spanish universities; merit and need-based.

Beyond the money, prestigious scholarships like this strengthen your CV, open alumni and professional networks, and can make your visa application stronger by proving your funding. Even if you're unsure you'll win, applying costs nothing here and the process sharpens your SOP for every other application.

How to apply (and stand out)

1. Confirm you meet the eligibility: International Master's students at participating Spanish universities; merit and need-based.
2. Read the official criteria carefully and note exactly what the scholarship values.
3. Secure your university admission or nomination first, where it's required.
4. Write a specific, story-led SOP that ties your goals to the scholarship's mission — build and refine yours free with our SOP tool.
5. Line up strong, tailored recommendation letters early (referees need 2–3 weeks).
6. Highlight leadership, impact and a clear plan for how you'll use the opportunity.
7. Submit well before the April/May annually deadline, and prepare for an interview if you're shortlisted.

Always verify amounts, eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship website — these change every year.