UPEACE is a not-for-profit institution and has limited funds for financial assistance. Therefore we strive for balance, diverse class composition, and merit in distributing financial assistance among admitted students.
Conditions of UPEACE Scholarships & Financial Assistance
The prospective applicant has to be admitted to UPEACE in order to receive any possibility of financial assistance from the University, the latter of which is subject to the following conditions:
- The scholarships/waivers do not apply to the US$ 2,500 administrative fee. This fee is mandatory for all students and is non-refundable if the student wishes to withdraw from UPEACE before completing their degree.
- Applicants are only eligible for one scholarship per application period.
Automatic Scholarships/Waivers
30% Tuition Waiver (Automatic)
Available to M.A. and Doctorate students that meet one of the following criteria:
- Citizens of a State party to the International Agreement Establishing UPEACE
- Citizens of a State co-sponsoring the 2022 Resolution of the UN General Assembly on UPEACE
- Students who have received an undergraduate or graduate degree from a partner university (inquire with our Admissions Team)
- Peace Corps veterans
50% Tuition Waiver (Automatic)
Available to M.A. and Doctorate students that meet one of the following criteria:
- Alumni and professors from a partner university
- Costa Rican citizens and residents (host country)
- Current, full-time UN employees and volunteers
- Documented refugee or asylee
30% or 50% Tuition Waiver (Merit Based) – Available to Master’s applicants who do not belong to the above categories. These waivers are offered in limited number and will be awarded by merit, not financial condition. These waivers are not available to doctorate students.
Special Scholarship Opportunities for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
Attention LGBTQI+ activists! Are you dedicated to championing the rights and welfare of our diverse community? We have an extraordinary opportunity just for you. Apply for our LGBTQI+ Scholarship, tailor-made for our M.A. in Gender and Peacebuilding programme. By crafting an additional essay spotlighting your impactful contributions to advancing LGBTQI+ rights and articulating how this specialized degree will amplify your ability to effect lasting change, you could be on the path to creating a profound impact. If you’re already admitted, reach out to admissions@upeace.org to learn more about the application process.
The UPEACE #EmpowerHer Scholarship celebrates the profound impact individuals can have on advancing peace through embracing their transformative potential. Tailored for women or those identifying as women actively engaged in projects or initiatives combatting gender-based violence, this scholarship applies for ALL face-to-face master’s degree programs. To apply, candidates are invited to submit an additional essay detailing their personal journey and motivation in combating gender-based violence, alongside a project proposal addressing prevention, education, awareness, community leadership, empowerment, or research. If you’re already admitted, connect with us at admissions@upeace.org to learn more about the application process.
