University of Havana PhD Scholarship (MES Cuba), administered by Ministry of Higher Education of Cuba (MES) and the University of Havana, is one of the funding options available to international students (specifically from latin america, africa, and caricom nations) in Cuba. The award covers The scholarship covers full tuition fees for the duration of the PhD program, provides accommodation in university student residences, a monthly stipend for food and personal expenses in local currency, and free comprehensive medical care under the Cuban national health system. and is open to phd students studying all academic fields offered by the university, including biotechnology, chemistry, economics, humanities, social sciences, and law.. The scholarship runs for 3 to 5 years depending on the research project and may be renewed annually based on academic performance. Eligibility is generally based on applicants must hold a Masters degree in a related field, be under 45 years of age (usually), demonstrate proficiency in Spanish, and be nominated by their home country's Ministry of Education or through specific institutional agreements. The application deadline is Varies by country (Typically March to June for the September intake), with an acceptance rate of approximately Competitive. Competition for this scholarship varies year to year, so early preparation of required documents is recommended.