Application for Higher Education

The application for higher education is the process that allows students to attend university courses in Cabo Verde or abroad. The applicant can apply for:

• Bachelor's degree programs
• Integrated master's degree programs
• Scholarships offered by the State of Cabo Verde

Scholarships are intended for both national institutions and institutions abroad.

Who can apply

To apply for a place in higher education and/or a scholarship, you must have:

• Secondary education diploma (12th grade)
• Be 25 years old or younger on December 31, 2026
• Meet the specific requirements of the selected competition or scholarship
• In the case of underage applicants, an authorization declaration duly signed by the guardian must be submitted, authorizing participation in the application process, accompanied by a copy of the guardian's identification document

When to apply for higher education and what you need

The application can only be made during the periods established for the opening of competitions.

To start your application for higher education, you need to:

• Carefully check your school records
• Authorize the use of a valid identification document

Cost of the higher education application

The application process is free.

How to apply for higher education online

You can submit your application on the portal or in the GOV.CV app. Click "Apply" to select the desired place and follow the steps indicated:

Video tutorials

Track your request

Track the status of your application in the "My requests" area, available on the portal or in the GOV.CV app.