The benefits of studying a master’s program in the United States and financial support options are some of the topics that will be covered in the webinar. Sign up below.

We invite students who are interested in pursuing a master’s degree in the U.S. in areas related to sustainability to join our upcoming information session, organized in collaboration with EducationUSA and Columbia University. The following topics will be covered: 

• The Master of Science in Sustainability Management at Columbia University and the Luksic Scholarship.
• The requirements and benefits of studying in the United States.
• The financial support options for completing a master’s degree in the United States.

>> Sign up here. The session will take place on Tuesday, January 30th at 3:00 pm EST / 5:00 PM CLST.

The webinar will be held in English and a recording of the event will be made available afterward.

The Luksic Scholarship at Columbia University

The Luksic Scholarship for Sustainability at the School of Professional Studies at Columbia University was created to support the development of trained leaders in sustainability, aiming to equip professionals with the necessary resources to generate change within their communities and professional environments. A total of 2 full scholarships are available each year for students admitted to this program for the Fall semester.

Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year are open until March 15, 2024. Interested candidates can apply here.
It is important to note that the admission, selection, and fund allocation processes are exclusively carried out by Columbia University.

About Luksic Scholars

Luksic Scholars facilitates access to international academic opportunities in collaboration with renowned universities around the world, offering scholarships for master’s and doctorate programs, research, and bespoke programs.

Participants in any Luksic Scholars program become part of the Luksic Scholars Community, a global network of over 1,000 Scholars that offers unique benefits and opportunities.

About the School of Professional Studies at Columbia University

Since 1995, the School of Professional Studies at Columbia University has administered and developed programs to meet a wide variety of student needs and is committed to offering diverse and innovative programs that help students succeed in their educational and professional development.

About EducationUSA

EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network with over 430 international student advising centers in more than 175 countries and territories. The network promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world.

The EducationUSA Santiago office is the main EducationUSA office in Chile and provides academic advising at the undergraduate, graduate, and intensive English levels at all accredited universities in the United States.

Columbia University School of Professional Studies is proud to announce the Luksic Scholarship for Sustainability at Columbia University for students in the Master of Science in Sustainability Management program. The scholarship, supported by the Luksic Scholars Foundation, will cover the full cost of attendance, including tuition and living expenses. Students who have lived or worked in Chile and who are committed to working on sustainability efforts in the region will be eligible for the scholarship.

“We are grateful to partner with the Luksic Scholars Foundation to give more students access to Columbia University and all the resources it offers,” said Troy Eggers, dean of the School of Professional Studies (SPS). “Our courses will equip these students with the skills and knowledge to implement change in the Chilean region and in communities that have been on the front lines of climate change.”

“At the Luksic Scholars Foundation, we are committed to supporting the development of skilled leaders in sustainability, equipping professionals with the resources to be able to create change within their communities and professional environments,” said Isabella Luksic, executive director of the Luksic Scholars Foundation. “Working with the School of Professional Studies’ M.S. in Sustainability Management program is a vital component in achieving this goal.”

Bolstered by the cutting-edge research from Columbia Climate School’s Earth Institute and the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, the M.S. in Sustainability Management program offered at SPS combines innovative instruction in leading climate change science research with practical strategies to implement that knowledge in sustainable industries. The instructors in the program are both Columbia full-time professors and practitioners in the field of sustainability from organizations and companies including the New York City Mayor’s Office, ConEdison, Morgan Stanley, Etsy, Coach, and Cerberus Capital Management.

“The M.S. in Sustainability Management program at SPS provides our students with an education that will help them change the world for the better,” said Steve Cohen, senior vice dean of SPS and director of the M.S. in Sustainability Management program. “This scholarship will help us reach more students from a region that is at the forefront of global sustainability efforts, and we enthusiastically look forward to the ideas and experience these students will add to classroom discussions.”

One recent graduate, Valentina Muñoz Venezian (’23SPS, SUMA), a former student president of the M.S. in Sustainability Management program and a Chilean national, is excited that more students from her region will have the opportunity to study at Columbia. “I look forward to seeing what the next generations of students will do with the skills they learn at Columbia. And I’m sure that one day our paths will connect while developing high-impact sustainability projects in Chile and Latin America.”

 Application for fall 2024 enrollment is open. The deadline for international applicants is March 15, 2024. Further information regarding application requirements can be found here. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to attend a virtual session on November 30, 2023, at 12:00 pm CLST to learn more about the scholarship, the program, and application requirements and deadlines. 

In collaboration with the London School of Economics (LSE), the University of Oxford, MIT, and Sciences Po, the Luksic Scholars Foundation is offering information sessions that will feature representatives from each university, as well as Luksic Scholars, allowing prospective candidates to learn more about the programs and Scholarship opportunities available.

The Luksic Scholarships in Public Service have been developed by the Luksic Scholars Foundation to enable Chilean professionals to pursue an international master’s or doctorate degree with a special emphasis in this field. These full scholarships have been created in association with globally renowned institutions: LSE, the University of Oxford, MIT, and Sciences Po.

How to access the Luksic Scholarships? Apply directly to the respective university and adhere to their admissions and financial aid guidelines.

JOIN US FOR AN INFORMATION SESSION:

Engage with representatives from each university, get insights on admissions and financial aid processes and requirements, and hear firsthand experiences from Luksic Scholars. Sign up below for the information sessions of your choice:

London School of Economics (LSE) – London, UK / Sign up here.

Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 12:00 pm CLST

• 4 Scholarships offered each year for the Public Policy (MPP) and Public Administration (MPA) programs (2 for MPP and 2 for MPA)
• Application period: October 2023-January 2024 for program applications / February 2024 for Scholarship applications

Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford – Oxford, UK / Sign up here. 

Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 10:00 am CLST

• 3 Scholarships offered each year for the Master of Public Policy (MPP) program.
• Application period: September 2023-January 2024

Department of Political Science, MIT – Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA / Sign up here. 

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 5:00 pm CLST

• 1 Scholarship offered each year for the Doctorate in Political Science program.
• Application period: October 2023-December 2023

Sciences Po – Paris, France / Sign up here.

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 9:00 am CLST

• 3 scholarships offered each year for programs at the School of Public Affairs and the Paris School of International Affairs.
• Application period: October 2023-December 2023

Stay connected: For regular program updates, you can follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

For questions related to admissions or financial aid, please reach out directly to the university you are interested in applying to, as they oversee the admissions, selection, and funding processes.

If you need more program-based information, please visit the following pages: LSE – MPP, LSE – MPA, MIT Political Science, Sciences Po, and the University of Oxford.

Academics from northern Chile participated in the symposium organized by the University of Antofagasta (UA), through the Vice-Rectorate of Research, Innovation, and Postgraduate Studies, and its Office of Technology Transfer and Licensing (OTL), in collaboration with the Luksic Scholars Foundation.

The week-long program provided a wealth of new knowledge and learning opportunities, concluding five years of entrepreneurship education taught by experts at Babson College, one of the world’s leading universities in entrepreneurship education in the United States. The symposium called “The Babson Symposium for Entrepreneurship Educations – Antofagasta,” was specifically designed for universities in the northern region and has been held in Antofagasta.

The fifth and final edition of the seminar, organized by the University of Antofagasta (UA) via the Vice-Rectorate of Research, Innovation, and Postgraduate Studies, and its Office of Technology Transfer and Licensing (OTL), in collaboration with the Luksic Scholars Foundation, concluded with the delivery of certificates to the participating professors.

In this edition, academics from a range of universities participated, including the University of Tarapacá, Arturo Prat University, the Catholic University of the North, the University of Atacama, the University of La Serena, and the University of Antofagasta. They were presented with a valuable learning opportunity to foster a strong entrepreneurial mindset in their students, thereby reshaping both undergraduate and postgraduate education with an emphasis on entrepreneurship.

EXPERIENCE

This year’s edition focused on biotechnology in which participants participated in various theoretical and practical classes that included engaging and interactive dynamics in order to strengthen the already-acquired knowledge. These classes were led by Andrew Corbett, President of the Entrepreneurship Division, and Matthew Allen, Associate Professor in the Academic Division of Entrepreneurship, both from Babson College.

As part of the week’s activities, the experts and participants also visited the UA’s research centers to learn about the research lines, scientific and technological developments, and local innovation carried out by the University.

Matthew Allen, Associate Professor in the Academic Division of Entrepreneurship at Babson College, said “it has been a fantastic experience because we were able to work with a very good group of almost 50 teachers from the northern zone of the country, providing new learning techniques and tools for teaching entrepreneurship. We are extremely grateful to the University of Antofagasta and the Luksic Scholars Foundation for helping us make this event possible for five years, and to all the participants for their great enthusiasm and eagerness to learn.”

Karina Pérez Cruz, Director of Innovation, Development, and Technology Transfer at the University of Atacama in Copiapó, stated that “the experience was tremendously enriching from an academic standpoint because we were engaging with academics and a business school that are both internationally recognized. I am thankful for this opportunity because it is the first of many connections and networking opportunities that we can create as colleagues between institutions. I am extremely grateful; it has been a very good experience.”

Similarly, Silvana Cerda, Scientific, and Technological Entrepreneurship Manager at the Technology Transfer Office of the University of Tarapacá in Arica, stated, “The truth is, for us as professionals who are promoting entrepreneurship based on scientific and technological knowledge in universities, this participation has been fundamental because it allows us to visualize different tools and methodologies that can contribute and help us teach entrepreneurship in a more engaging way.”

FIVE YEARS

After five years of symposiums held from 2018 to the present, more than 200 academics from the northern zone of our country were trained in entrepreneurship and were provided with training that even led them to start their own innovative companies.

During this half-decade, various topics were addressed with a focus on the strategic areas of northern Chile. The first version of the symposium took place in person in 2018 with a focus on Energy. In 2019, it covered Mineral Processes, while in 2021, due to the pandemic, the seminar was conducted remotely and focused on Aquaculture. It returned to in-person format in 2022 with the theme of Digital Transformation.

Isabella Luksic, Executive Director of the Luksic Scholars Foundation, highlighted that “in its five versions, Babson SEE Antofagasta has been an experience known for its knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the building of networks based on shared experiences. We thank Babson College, the University of Antofagasta, and the more than 200 participants who brought this program to life over the past years, allowing us to strengthen entrepreneurship education and bring innovative educational practices to the northern macrozone of Chile.”

Alejandra Portillo, Director of the Office of Technology Transfer and Licensing at UA, also emphasized that this final edition has left everyone feeling extremely content due to the number of trained teachers and the applied content.

“We are happy that through these five years, the participants have made a difference. We are proud that some of them have even created companies based on the knowledge received from Babson College. We are completely grateful to both the attendees and the Luksic Scholars Foundation and Babson College because these great results were achieved thanks to this significant alliance.”

ENTREPRENEURS

As a result of the program’s primary goal to foster entrepreneurship and economic development in Chile, a number of technological ventures, scientific and technology-based companies, and spin-offs have been successfully established at UA. These entities are now flourishing, thanks to the cutting-edge business education offered by Babson College.

One of them is “Abalone Pearls Technology,” a company founded by academics Rubén Araya (who is part of the Luksic Scholars Community) and Jaime Maturana. Its focus is on research and development in marine resources, abalone farming, and pearl production.

Another venture is “Pampa Biotech,” whose objective is development, management, production, and molecular design. They also conduct evaluations, design, and construction of educational kits, and design innovations in industrial and environmental processes. This company was founded by Francisco Solís, Bernardita Valenzuela, and Pedro Zamorano.

Additionally, Pedro Zamorano, among other researchers, created “SynbioNortech,” with the primary goal of developing, managing, producing, validating, and executing DNA molecular research and design.

On the other hand, the R&D company “Descom Energy” was developed by Mauro Henríquez and Abdiel Mallco to provide solutions to the inquiries of the solar thermal storage industry using molten salts.

Catherine Lizama and Juan Morales also founded “Micronative Biotechnology” to produce and market bioproducts and bioactive compounds derived from microorganisms widely used in the microalgal industry.

Conclusively, the knowledge provided to over 200 teachers during these five years of the “Symposium for Entrepreneurship Educators” for universities in the northern zone, along with the emergence of various technological ventures, marks a significant milestone in entrepreneurship education in the northern zone of Chile.

This year, the Luksic Scholars Foundation relaunched The Luksic Scholars Fund, an opportunity that allows members of its network to be awarded up to $5,000.00 USD per project.

A total of 11 projects have been selected to receive support from The Luksic Scholars Fund 2022, an internal initiative created by the Luksic Scholars Foundation that seeks to continue providing professional development opportunities to the members of its community via this second edition. 

Those who applied to receive support were asked to demonstrate how their initiative would respond to one or more of the development points defined by the Fund: obtain leadership skills as agents of change in one’s area of expertise, acquire competencies in key areas for one’s careers, and/or develop knowledge and research that contribute to one’s professional field. 

The Scholars who have been granted financial support from the Fund reside in various regions throughout Chile, such as Antofagasta, Biobío, Maule, Metropolitana, Los Lagos y Los Ríos, and they have participated in programs supported by the Luksic Scholars Foundation which range from research fellowships, symposiums for teaching entrepreneurship, and pedagogical conferences to Master’s programs related to public service. 

The selected initiatives will receive up to $5,000.00 USD in funding for their development and range from education, entrepreneurship, science, public policy, and food and nutrition to research.

To learn more about the Fund’s initiatives for 2022, click here.

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The opinions and conclusions presented in the works carried out by the Scholars who received funding from the Luksic Scholars Foundation are the sole property and responsibility of those who have expressed them and do not necessarily represent the opinion of the Foundation.

In establishing this Fund, the Foundation does not endorse or support these opinions or conclusions as it has only sought to motivate Scholars to develop academic research or carry out professional initiatives that allow for their professional development.

During the second half of this year, the universities of Oxford and LSE in the United Kingdom opened applications to their Master’s programs in Public Policy (Oxford and LSE) and Public Administration (only LSE). The Luksic Scholarships are full scholarships and are available to Chileans admitted to these international programs. 

In a dynamic and constantly changing society, creating public policies that respond effectively to people’s needs is a great challenge. To address this problem, the University of Oxford and the London School of Economics (LSE) offers Master’s degrees related to public service that focus on training leaders with a strong social commitment.

Through these international programs, admitted students will be able to acquire new tools, both for the development of their careers and to generate changes in their professional environment. They will also be able to obtain new perspectives, theories, and practical knowledge to address real-world challenges in the field of public policy. 

The content of these Master’s programs varies and their duration ranges from 9 to 24 months, allowing those interested to choose between the options that best suit their professional and personal needs. 

To support the participation of Chilean candidates in these programs, the Luksic Scholars Foundation has collaborated with these universities to establish scholarship opportunities to cover the costs associated with the program, such as tuition and living expenses.

The Luksic Scholarship for Public Service at the Blatavnik School of Government, University of Oxford

The Master of Public Policy (MPP) program at Oxford combines theoretical and practical teachings in order to formulate public policy. The program also includes conferences, seminars, case studies, and workshops, as well as a summer project in which students have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they learned to the real world. Those who wish to apply to this program must hold a university degree in any discipline and be highly proficient in the English language. 

To learn more about eligibility, the application process, and the Luksic Scholarship, please click here. 

An information session was organized between the Luksic Scholars Foundation and the University of Oxford that took place on November 16th, 2022. It included a presentation from the Blavatnik School of Government, as well as a conversation with two Luksic Scholars regarding the application process and their program experience. You can find the event recording below:

The Luksic Scholarship for Public Service at the School of Public Policy, LSE

There are two programs at LSE’s School of Public Policy that are available for the Luksic Scholarship: the Master’s in Public Policy and the Master’s in Public Administration. These programs combine methodological discipline and practical teachings to enable professionals to address real-world policy challenges. Both programs require candidates to have a university degree in any discipline.

Master in Public Policy (MPP) – To learn more about eligibility, the application process, and the Luksic Scholarship, please click here. 

Master of Public Administration (MPA) – To learn more about eligibility, the application process, and the Luksic Scholarship, please click here. 

An information session was organized between the Luksic Scholars Foundation and LSE that took place on November 22nd, 2022. It included a presentation from the School of Public Policy, as well as a conversation with two Luksic Scholars regarding the application process and their program experience. You can find the event recording below:

The Luksic Scholars Foundation supports the development and dissemination of these programs and scholarships, however, the processes of admission, selection, and funding allocation are carried out exclusively by the universities. Therefore, those who are interested in applying must follow each university’s admission process and request financial support directly.

Want to learn more? Participate in an information session!

Each session will include a presentation from the respective university providing additional institutional information, the Master’s programs, The Luksic Scholarship, and the admission and selection processes. We will also hear from Luksic Scholars to learn more about their experiences, either as current students or graduates. Both sessions will end with a Q&A. Events will be held in English.

>> Oxford – Wednesday, November 16th at 12 midday CLST. Sign up here. 

>> LSE – Tuesday, November 22nd at 12 midday CLST. Sign up here.

Until the time of her passing, Karen Poniachik served as Director of the Global Center at Columbia University. During her 11 years of leading the Center, she left an important mark on the formation of the alumni community throughout Chile as well as seeking opportunities and spaces for women in leadership roles.

The Luksic Scholars Foundation expresses its deep sorrow for the early passing of Karen Poniachik, who at 57 years of age leaves a great legacy as Director of the Global Center of Columbia University, which she successfully led with great professionalism and leadership over the last 11 years.

Having studied journalism at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile and a Master’s degree in International Relations from Columbia University, Karen always stood out for her strategic and global vision and for being in constant search of new academic horizons for Chileans and foreign students in Chile. She had the ability to create an important community of Columbia alumni throughout Chile and promoted numerous initiatives to promote the role of women in leadership positions.

Peter Morse, President of the Board of the Luksic Scholars Foundation, also expresses his deepest condolences to the family and friends of Poniachik: “We will always remember Karen with special affection, and we thank her for her great dedication and passion for learning. She always looked for new and innovative opportunities for collaboration between Chile and the world, and she had special leadership at the helm of the Global Center of Columbia University, an institution with which we were able to continue strengthening our ties thanks to its global and strategic vision.” “We especially appreciate the great contribution she made to build bridges between Chile and leading international centers of research,” Morse also comments.

Throughout her career, Karen held various positions, both in the public and private spheres. Between 1995 and 2000, she was the Director of Business Programs at the Council of the Americas in New York. She was also a consultant for private companies and for the Chilean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Finance. During the government administration of President Ricardo Lagos, she held the position of Executive Vice President of the Foreign Investment Committee (CEI), from March 2000 to March 2006. Later, during the first government of President Michelle Bachelet, she became Minister of Mining, becoming the first woman in history to hold this position.

At the beginning of October, the application cycle to apply for the Master’s programs offered by the Paris School of International Affairs and the School of Public Affairs at the University of Sciences Po opened. Chilean candidates will be able to access a comprehensive financing package via the Luksic Scholarship with applications closing at the end of November.

With the aim of supporting the participation of Chileans in the Master’s programs at the Paris School of International Affairs and the School of Public Affairs, the Luksic Scholars Foundation created the Luksic Scholarship at Sciences Po, a scholarship that will be allocated by the University to three Chilean candidates who will begin their studies in September 2023. 

To access this opportunity, candidates must apply directly to the University and inform the university that they would like to be considered for the Luksic Scholarship on the application platform. Below, you can find more information about the requirements, application process, and other details regarding the Scholarship. 

Luksic Scholarship at Sciences Po

Application Dates: Individuals who wish to apply to the Master’s degree at Sciences Po and plan to request financial aid via the Luksic Scholarship, must submit their application between 03 October 2022 – 30 November 2022*. Applicants must apply directly to Sciences Po. Accepted candidates are then considered for the Luksic Scholarship via the financial aid protocols carried out by the university, which exclusively manages the adjudication of funding. 

*Interested individuals who do not plan to request financial aid may submit their application during the regular period from 03 October 2022 – 26 February 2023.

Program Location: Paris, France.

Program Duration: 2 years (start: August 2023 – end: June 2025)

Program Language: Classes are taught in English or French. Candidates must have proficiency in the language of the Master’s program, demonstrated by one of the following certifications:

ENGLISH

• TOEFL IBT: 100
• IELTS Academic: 7
• Cambridge C1 Advanced
• Linguaskill General: 180
• TOEFL Home edition: 100

FRENCH

• TCF 500
• DALF C1
• C1 French certificate delivered by Sciences Po Summer School (CIEP label)

Programs eligible for the Luksic Scholarship at Sciences Po:

School of Public Affairs:

• Master of Public Policy
• Master of European Affairs 

Paris School of International Affairs: 

• Master in International Governance and Diplomacy
• Master in International Economic Policy
• Master in International Development
• Master in Human Rights and Humanitarian Action
• Master in Environmental Policy
• Master in International Energy
• Master in Journalism and International Affairs
• Master in International Security

The Luksic Scholarship includes: Full tuition coverage and a monthly stipend, based on a cost of living analysis, to cover living expenses for the entire program duration (2 years). 

Applicant Characteristics and Eligibility: Please refer to Sciences Po Application page as Sciences Po manages the admissions and selection processes of these programs. 

An information session was organized between Luksic Scholars Foundation and Sciences Po that took place on October 27th, 2022. It included a presentation from Sciences Po, as well as a conversation with two Luksic Scholars regarding the application process and their program experience. You can find the event recording below:

After the success of The Luksic Scholars Fund 2021, the Luksic Scholars Foundation invites community members to once again apply for up to US $5,000 of financial support. Applications are now open and will close Friday, October 21st, 2022.

The Luksic Scholars Fund is an internal initiative of the Luksic Scholars Foundation to accompany and support the members of its Scholar Community after they have partaken in a program offered by the Foundation, in an effort to provide them with continued professional development opportunities. 

Following the successful edition of The Luksic Scholars Fund 2021, which granted US $46,000 to 13 Luksic Scholars, the Luksic Scholars Foundation invites Luksic Scholars to apply to the 2022 edition of the Fund (hereby referred to as “the Fund 2022”). 

Scholars may apply to receive up to US $5,000 in funding. The total allocation for The Fund 2022 is US $50,000.00-, therefore the Foundation expects to finance a minimum of ten initiatives.

In this version, the Fund will finance specific initiatives with measurable results and that respond to one of the following development points:

• Leadership skills as an agent of change in their area; 
• Specific competencies in key areas for their career or organization; and/or 
• Knowledge and research that contributes to their field.

Applications will be open from 09:00 CLT on Monday, September 12th, 2022 until the deadline of Friday, 21st October 2022 at 23:59 CLT. 

If you are a Luksic Scholar (defined as participants of the academic programs supported, or coordinated, by the Luksic Scholars Foundation) and have already created an account within the Luksic Scholars Portal, please click here for more details. If you are a Luksic Scholar but have not created a Luksic Scholars Portal account yet, please contact Gabrielle Trasatti, Community Coordinator, at info@luksicscholars.org to receive the link enabling you to create your profile. 

The opinions and conclusions presented in the works carried out by the Scholars who receive or have received funding from the Luksic Scholars Foundation are the sole property and responsibility of those who have expressed them and do not necessarily represent the opinion of the Foundation.

In establishing this Fund, the Foundation does not endorse or support these opinions or conclusions as it has only sought to motivate Scholars to carry out initiatives that allow for their professional development.

During the second half of this year, Stanford and Harvard universities in the United States will open applications for the “Luksic Visiting Scholars” programs. Both aim to support the development of research in any discipline carried out by Chilean academics.

In order to promote the development of interdisciplinary knowledge from a local perspective, in addition to linking Chilean academia with the world and vice versa, the Luksic Scholars Foundation has coordinated support for these two research opportunities with applications opening this year. 

The “Luksic Visiting Scholars” programs are developed in collaboration with the Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) of Stanford University and the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies (DRCLAS) of Harvard University. Both allow accepted applicants to spend a semester in the United States to develop research related to their areas of expertise.

During their stay, researchers will be able to liaise with other academics, make use of the university facilities, as well as request to sit in on certain classes. Below, we have outlined the programs’ requirements, application processes, and details:

Luksic Visiting Scholars at CLAS – Stanford University 

Requirements: to have a doctorate AND a current academic position in a university or research institution, or in the case of independent researchers, to have a demonstrable professional career. A letter of Sponsorship is required which means applicants need a nomination endorsement by a Stanford University faculty member, either affiliated or not affiliated to CLAS. Women and researchers from regional institutions in Chile are especially encouraged to apply.

Application dates: October 1st, 2022 to January 31st, 2023 (by 11:59 p.m. PST). Those interested must apply directly to Stanford CLAS. All application materials must be submitted in English.

Location: California, USA. 

Duration and terms: four months. Scholars can begin their research period in September 2024, January 2025, or April 2025 to coincide with the fall, winter, and spring terms at Stanford.

Includes: a stipend, support for housing and transportation, and library access.

An information session was organized between Luksic Scholars Foundation and Stanford CLAS that took place on September 12th, 2022. It included a presentation from Stanford CLAS, as well as a conversation with two Luksic Scholars regarding the application process and their program experience. You can find the event recording below:

Luksic Visiting Scholars at DRCLAS – Harvard University

Requirements: Scholars must hold a Ph.D. and be proficient in both written and spoken English. Applications will be assessed on the basis of the applicant’s qualifications, the quality of an applicant’s research plans, and the relevance of both to the Center’s mission and objectives. 

Application dates: September 5th, 2022 to November 7th, 2022. Interested individuals should apply directly to Harvard DRCLAS. All application materials must be submitted in English.

Location: Massachusetts, USA.

Duration and deadlines: four months. The program will be carried out during the 2023-2024 academic year.

Includes: a stipend, travel support, emergency health insurance coverage, and access to university services.

An information session was organized between Luksic Scholars Foundation and Harvard DRCLAS that took place on September 13th, 2022. It included a presentation from Harvard DRCLAS, as well as a conversation with two Luksic Scholars regarding the application process and their program experience. You can find the event recording below:

It is important to note that all selection, admission, and fund allocation processes are managed exclusively by the academic institutions. The Luksic Scholars Foundation has no participation in said processes.