Panama IFARHU Government Scholarship

The institution administers several key programs, including national scholarships, international scholarships, the Universal Educational Social Assistance Program (PASE-U), and specialized funding tracks such as IFARHU SENACYT, public servant grants, and disability scholarships. These programs aim to cover diverse educational needs from basic schooling to advanced university degrees.

A major component of IFARHU funding is the General Competition Scholarship (Concurso General), which provides financial support for new cohorts of students. For 2026, the National Assembly Budget Commission approved funds totaling 36.4 million balboas specifically dedicated to guaranteeing the payment of new Concurso General scholarships and settling previous financial commitments.

International opportunities are coordinated through bilateral agreements and partnerships with foreign institutions. Recent examples include specialized technical programs, such as precision mechanics studies for Panamanian students at the University Center of Patos de Minas in Brazil, and institutional agreements with entities like the Central American Institute for Business Administration (INCAE).

In addition to non-repayable grants, IFARHU operates comprehensive educational credit programs. Students can apply for loans through dedicated credit calendars and institutional university fairs to finance higher education expenses when scholarship coverage is partial or unavailable.

Applicants can access all services through the main office located in Panama City on Avenida Ramón Arias and Calle 1ra El Carmen, or navigate the official web portal for specific calendar announcements, scholarship types, and contact details.