The agreement will provide scholarships and exclusive benefits to strengthen the training of engineers, architects, and surveyors, with a special focus on women and young people.
Santo Domingo, March 18, 2025. – The Dominican College of Engineers, Architects, and Surveyors (CODIA) y Structuralia, a leading institution in specialized training in engineering, infrastructure, and new technologies, have signed a strategic agreement that will allow CODIA members to access significant educational opportunities.
The agreement, signed by Carlos Mendoza, president of CODIA, and Robiamny Balcacer, Structuralia's representative in Central America and the Caribbean, aims to facilitate the specialization of Dominican professionals in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), contributing to the sector’s development and promoting equitable access to education.
Exclusive scholarships and benefits for CODIA members
Thanks to this partnership, CODIA members will be able to access 50% Scholarships in Structuralia's academic programs. In addition, as part of an effort to promote the inclusion of women in STEM, the agreement provides for a Additional 5% scholarship for women professionals in the sector.
Likewise, the young people from 20 to 30 years Not only will they be able to take advantage of these discounts, but they will also be exempt from paying the Hague Apostille fee, a key benefit for those seeking to gain international experience and expand their career opportunities abroad.
Statements on the Impact of the Agreement
«As a representative of Structuralia from EDUCA EDTECH Group For Central America and the Caribbean, I am excited about the transformative impact this partnership will have on the education of current and future generations of engineers, architects, and surveyors in the Dominican Republic. We believe in education that is accessible, high-quality, and tailored to the needs of the sector, »and this agreement is a key step in that direction," he said Robiamny Balcacer .
For its part, the Carlos Mendoza, Engineer, President of CODIA, highlighted the importance of this agreement: “Structuralia is a leading institution in the fields of engineering, infrastructure, and new technologies. Through this partnership, we aim to provide our members with access to high-quality programs that will enable them to stay at the forefront of a constantly evolving field.”.
Commitment to Quality Education
The partnership between CODIA and Structuralia is part of a joint commitment to to promote educational excellence and the professional development of engineers, architects, and surveyors in the country. Through this initiative, both institutions are strengthening their role in training specialized talent and creating opportunities for the sector’s growth in the Dominican Republic.
