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“scholarship” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbeka/

Example

Recibí una beca para estudiar en la universidad.

I got a scholarship to study at the university.

Illustration for beca (scholarship)

How to say “scholarship” in Spanish

“Scholarship” in Spanish is beca.

Nonrepayable award that funds a student's studies or a research project.

Full entry for beca: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with beca

Voy a solicitar una beca para el próximo semestre.

I'm going to apply for a scholarship for next semester.

Tips for using beca

  • Many becas are nonrepayable but some link funding to service, reporting, or deliverables, and announcements usually state whether they cover tuition, living costs, or research expenses.

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