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There are a total of 14 higher education institutions in Nicaragua. The most popular study courses at these universities are international relations, business and medicine.
University studies usually follow the following sequence. The first level of study culminates in the award of a Licenciatura (bachelor's degree), which is usually obtained after four or five years of study, depending on the subject, and indicates a basic professional qualification. The shortest course of study is a two-year program in accounting, and the longest is a six-year program in medicine.
Education in all universities is conducted in Spanish, with the exception of a few faculties.
What documents are required for admission to a university?
In general, the list of documents that you need to submit for admission may differ slightly, depending on the chosen university and field. In general, for admission to the university, a student must have a certificate (diploma) from the previous place of study. In addition, students must pass the Prueba de Ingreso (entrance exam). Students who are not citizens of Nicaragua must have an equivalent high school education and be fluent in Spanish.
You can read more about the list of required documents and admission conditions on the website of the chosen higher education institution.
Visa requirements depend on whether you need a visa to enter Nicaragua.
Students from countries that are not required a visa to enter Nicaragua will need to apply for an electronic entry permit and study permit.
Students from countries whose nationals are required a visa to enter Nicaragua will need to apply for an entry visa in addition to the electronic travel and study permit. Student visas are issued only to foreign students studying in the full-time department. Applications for entry visas and entry permits can be submitted at visa centers, embassies, or consulates, depending on which accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If your country doesn't have them, you need to contact the nearest embassy or consulate to your address.
To obtain a visa to Nicaragua, you must provide the following documents:
Valid passport
A document from the university about your enrollment
2 photo cards
Confirmation of housing availability
Medical reference
Please note that the embassy may ask you for an additional list of documents.
Upon arrival in Nicaragua, students must obtain a residence permit. It is issued by the Immigration department of Nicaragua.
Documents required for obtaining a temporary residence permit in Nicaragua
Application form
A letter with an application for residence. The letter should be addressed to the General Directorate for Migration and Foreigners
Passport. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months
Two photos
Criminal record certificate (Applicants under the age of 18 are not required to present this certificate)
Birth Certificate
A document from the university about your enrollment
You can read more about the list of documents and conditions for obtaining a residence permit at this link: https://www.migob.gob.ni/migracion/tramites/solicitud-de-residencia-temporal/
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