The University of California Institute for Mexico and the United States (UC MEXUS), established in 1980, is an academic research institute dedicated to encouraging, securing, and contributing to binational and Latino research and collaborative academic programs and exchanges. Its main focus is to contribute substantially to improving binational scholarly understanding and providing positive contributions to society in both Mexico and the United States, particularly in the graduate and professional areas. The headquarters for UC MEXUS is located at UC Riverside.
There are numerous UC MEXUS funding opportunities. Program offerings include:
For Faculty & Researchers:
- UC MEXUS-CONACYT Collaborative Grants
- UC MEXUS Supplemental COVID-19 Funding Opportunity
- UC MEXUS Scholars in Residence Program
For Graduate Students:
- UC MEXUS-CICESE Short-term Research & Training Program
- UC MEXUS-CONACYT Doctoral Fellowships
- UC MEXUS Scholars in Residence Program
For Postdoctoral Scholars:
- UC MEXUS-CONACYT Postdoctoral Fellowships
- UC MEXUS Scholars in Residence Program
Please visit the UC MEXUS funding opportunities page for an overview of funding mechanisms and links to more details.
Award Amount and Details
The award amount varies by program. Please visit the program’s website for more information regarding specific programs.
Deadlines and Date Information
The due dates vary by program. Please visit the program’s website for more information.
Eligibility Information
Please consult each program's eligibility requirements.