Who We Are
Brillantes Caminantes is a non-profit organization based in Guanajuato Capital, Guanajuato, Mexico. We award scholarships to outstanding local students with limited economic resources; many of these bright young people are the first in their families to attend university, some the first to graduate high school.
Each student receives a monthly stipend as well as, at the beginning of their first year, a laptop computer. Local mentors are assigned to offer guidance and support throughout their university career. Additional financial support for dental, physical and mental health needs can also be provided. And some of our students take advantage of opportunities to study abroad.
One of the highlights of the program, is the monthly meetings arranged by the Brilliantes Student Affairs Coordinator; these required get-togethers help the students, in fun ways, build the skills they need to thrive both academically and personally. Also, these meetings let students build cross-disciplinary networks useful for their future careers.
Since its founding in 2012, Brillantes Caminantes has awarded scholarships to 75 students.
New students receiving laptops.
Our Students
Currently, our students are studying Architecture, Public Accounting, Law, Pedagogy, Social Psychology, Tourism Resource Management, and Financial, Industrial, Mechatronics and Mining Engineering.
In September 2025, Brillantes accepted five new students, for a total of 18 students for the 2025-26 academic year.
The selection process
consists of:
- A written application
- A personal interview
- A family visit
- Applicants must have a minimum 9.0 grade point average and demonstrate economic need
Geological Engineering Graduate
Consuelo Aguayo Lona Gives Her Thanks
“Without any hesitation, I can say that Brilliantes Caminantes has been my savior. I remember the day when my high school counselor told me about the scholarship. Unfortunately, it was the same day the application and supporting documents were due to be submitted to Brillantes. So, I gathered everything in a single afternoon and (because time was running out) ran to deliver them. After several interviews, I was awarded a scholarship
I am infinitely grateful for all the support—not only for the economic assistance, but also for the career guidance, the monthly presentations, workshops and pastorelas, which—although initially difficult—improved my self-confidence. Knowing that someone cares about your academic and personal growth was always satisfying and comforting. Your enthusiasm for supporting others is to be admired.
I can only recognize the great work you do, because you change the lives of so many students and their families. I was full of dreams, beginning my studies without the slightest idea of how this would unfold. Four and a half years later, it is time to follow a new path—towards work and new challenges.
This is not a farewell, because I know that at any moment I can meet a fellow student or one of the members and I will eagerly greet them, because Brillantes Caminantes is like a wonderful family that grows more and more every day.”