Essex ITESM Doble Grado Scholarship 2025

The Essex ITESM Doble Grado Scholarship 2025-2026, offered by the University of Essex in collaboration with Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM), supports ITESM students enrolled in the “Doble Grado” (double-degree) master’s programs. This merit-based scholarship provides a 50% tuition fee discount (approximately £6,000–£11,000, based on 2025-26 postgraduate taught program fees of £12,000–£22,000) for the year of study at Essex. Three scholarships are available annually for students starting in October 2025 or January 2026, targeting overseas fee-paying, self-funded ITESM students who hold an unconditional offer for specified master’s courses under the ITESM-Essex partnership agreement. The University of Essex, ranked 30th in the UK (Times Higher Education 2025) and among the top 400 globally (QS World University Rankings 2025), is known for its research-intensive environment and diverse community of over 15,500 students from 147 countries. The scholarship fosters academic excellence and international collaboration, with recipients expected to participate in promotional activities.

To be eligible for the Essex ITESM Doble Grado Scholarship 2025-2026, applicants must:

• Be current or former students of ITESM (Tecnológico de Monterrey) applying to a “Doble Grado” master’s program specified in the link/partnership agreement between the University of Essex and ITESM.

• Hold an unconditional offer of admission to a postgraduate taught master’s course (e.g., MSc, MA, LLM) listed in the ITESM-Essex partnership agreement for October 2025 or January 2026 entry.

• Be classified as an overseas fee payer (international student status).

• Be entirely self-funded or funded by a repayable loan (e.g., education loans from banks or WeMakeScholars for Indian nationals).

• Meet the University of Essex’s standard admission requirements, typically through a 3+1 link agreement (e.g., a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1, approximately 80% or 8.0/10 from ITESM).

• Be available for promotional activities (e.g., testimonials, events) as required by the University of Essex and ITESM.

• Exclusions:

  • Not available for students studying postgraduate courses not specified in the ITESM-Essex partnership agreement.

  • Not combinable with other University of Essex scholarships (e.g., Academic Excellence International Masters Scholarship, Essex Global Partner Scholarship).

  • Not available for students fully or partly sponsored by their government or external agencies without repayment obligations (excluding visa sponsorship).

  • Not available for students assessed as paying home (UK) tuition fees.

  • Not available for current Essex postgraduate students whose first year of study was prior to 2025-26.

  • Not available for deferred entry (award is withdrawn if entry is deferred to a later year).

• Value: 50% tuition fee discount (approximately £6,000–£11,000, depending on the master’s program, e.g., MSc Data Science £20,700, LLM International Law £21,350 for 2025-26).

• Disbursement: Applied as a tuition fee reduction upon registration at the University of Essex for the 2025-26 academic year (October 2025 or January 2026 start).

• Duration: Non-renewable, covering the one-year master’s program at Essex (part of the double-degree structure).

• Additional Benefits:

  • Recognition as an Essex ITESM Doble Grado Scholarship recipient, enhancing professional and academic credentials.

  • Access to Essex’s global alumni network of over 75,000, including Nobel Prize winners and industry leaders.

  • Career support through Essex’s employability services, with a 92% graduate employment rate (Graduate Outcomes 2024).

• Note: The scholarship does not cover living expenses (estimated at £1,200–£1,800/month in Colchester), accommodation, or additional fees (e.g., student visa costs, health surcharge). Total financial aid cannot exceed tuition fees, and adjustments may be made if combined with other funding. Education loans via WeMakeScholars or banks (e.g., SBI, HDFC Credila) are available for remaining costs.

No separate scholarship application is required; eligible candidates are automatically considered. Follow these steps:

1. Apply for a Doble Grado Master’s Program:

   • Submit an application for a specified master’s course under the ITESM-Essex partnership agreement via the University of Essex online portal (www.essex.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply).

   • Required documents:

     • Official academic transcripts from ITESM (in English or with certified translations).

     • Bachelor’s degree certificate (minimum GPA equivalent to UK 2:1, approximately 80% or 8.0/10).

     • Personal statement (500–750 words) outlining academic and career goals.

     • Two academic or professional references.

     • Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.5 overall with no subscore below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 88, or equivalent; waived if ITESM degree was taught in English).

     • Copy of passport.

     • CV detailing relevant work experience (if applicable).

2. Receive Unconditional Offer: Secure an unconditional offer of admission from Essex, typically within 4–6 weeks of application, confirming eligibility for the “Doble Grado” program.

3. Automatic Scholarship Consideration: ITESM and Essex assess eligibility based on academic transcripts and certificates submitted with the application. No additional application form or supporting evidence is accepted.

4. Evaluation: A panel of staff from ITESM Campus Monterrey and the University of Essex evaluates candidates based on academic merit (e.g., GPA, transcript quality) and alignment with the partnership agreement’s objectives.

5. Notification: Successful applicants are notified via their confirmation letter by September 30, 2025, for October 2025 entry, or January 10, 2026, for January 2026 entry.

6. Accept and Register: Firmly accept the offer of study, register as a student at Essex for 2025-26, and meet all offer conditions to activate the scholarship.

Note: Apply by August 31, 2025, for October 2025 entry, or October 11, 2025, for January 2026 entry, to ensure consideration. International students should apply early to account for UK student visa processing (3–6 months). Contact international@essex.ac.uk for support or review the partnership agreement at www.essex.ac.uk/scholarships/itesm-doble-grado-tuition-fee-discount.

• Completed online application form for a specified master’s program (via www.essex.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply).

• Official ITESM academic transcripts (in English or with certified translations).

• Bachelor’s degree certificate.

• Personal statement (500–750 words).

• Two academic or professional references.

• Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, or equivalent; waived if applicable).

• Copy of passport.

• CV (if applicable).

• Note: Documents must be in English or accompanied by certified translations. Submit via the Essex application portal. No additional scholarship-specific documents are required, as eligibility is assessed using admission materials.

• Application Deadlines:

  • October 2025 Entry: August 31, 2025 (unconditional offer deadline for scholarship consideration).

  • January 2026 Entry: October 11, 2025 (unconditional offer deadline for scholarship consideration).

• Notification:

  • October 2025 Entry: By September 30, 2025.

  • January 2026 Entry: By January 10, 2026.

• Registration Deadline: Complete registration by October 2025 or January 2026, depending on the program start.

• Note: Deadlines are based on 2025-26 terms (www.essex.ac.uk, ukscholarships.uk). Verify on www.essex.ac.uk/scholarships/itesm-doble-grado-tuition-fee-discount or contact international@essex.ac.uk. Early application is critical for visa processing and scholarship eligibility.

• Email: international@essex.ac.uk (University of Essex); cih@itesm.mx (ITESM Carreras Internacionales Honors).

• Phone: +44 1206 873 333 (Essex International Office); +52 81 8358 2000 (ITESM Monterrey).

• Address: University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom; ITESM, Av. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501 Sur, Monterrey, NL, Mexico.

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (GMT for Essex; CST for ITESM).

• Website: www.essex.ac.uk; cih.itesm.mx