# Higher education academic calls in Latin America > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/higher-education-academic-calls-in-latin-america > Updated: 2026-10-20T17:06:35.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Educational institutions in Argentina and Colombia have initiated processes for the 2027 academic cycle. In Escobar, Argentina, the Polo de Educación Superior (PES) has opened pre-registration for two new technical degrees offered in agreement with the Universidad Nacional de Hurlingham (UNAHUR). These programs, focusing on Video Game Programming and Networks and IT Operations, require applicants to complete a University Preparation Course between October and December 2026. In Colombia, the Escuela Superior de Administración Pública (ESAP) Territorial Cauca has opened applications for its 2027 first-semester programs in Territorial Public Administration and Development Projects. Some undergraduate students may qualify for a 100% exemption from registration and tuition fees. Concurrently, Universidad CESMAG in Pasto has launched a mobility call for national and international students to participate in academic exchanges. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: Higher education institutions in Colombia open 2027 academic calls ESAP Cauca and Universidad CESMAG have announced academic calls for 2027, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and international exchange opportunities in Popayán and Pasto, Colombia. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/higher-education-institutions-in-colombia-open-2027-academic-calls ### 2026-09-21: Escobar expands higher education with new technology degrees Escobar's Polo de Educación Superior has opened pre-registration for new university degrees in Video Game Programming and Networks and IT Operations, set to begin in 2027. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/escobar-expands-higher-education-with-new-technology-degrees --- Cite as: Higher education academic calls in Latin America. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/higher-education-academic-calls-in-latin-america