The DAAD is Germany’s largest funding organization for international academic cooperation. It provides scholarships for:
- Master’s and PhD programs
- Research stays
- Language courses
- Short-term programs
- Joint degree programs
The purpose of these scholarships is to encourage international collaboration and academic interaction. There are about 179 scholarship options available. Scholarships from DAAD are non-repayable. Typically, they include a scholarship stipend each month (for instance, € 1,300 for PhD/PhD students and € 992 for students at the moment). Our grants are given to postdocs, PhD candidates, and overseas advanced students for study and research visits at German universities and non-university research centres.
This summary gives you details on DAAD’s most important significant scholarship programs that are available in a variety areas nations all across the world. You can determine which one of these Programs are offered in our scholarship program for a certain nation. www.funding-guide.de database.
For PhD students from practically every country of origin, DAAD gives research funds. Applicants from developing and emerging nations are the main recipients of grants for complete doctoral programs in Germany. Particularly for those from industrialized nations, scholarships are offered for a Master’s degree in Germany. Some study scholarship programs, such “Development-related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS)” and “Study scholarships for STEM subjects,” are targeted exclusively at students from poor and emerging nations.
Master Studies for all Academic Disciplines
Who is eligible to apply? Candidates who have earned a bachelor’s degree or other first university degree
What is able to be funded? One academic year in Germany as part of a postgraduate or master’s degree program with a degree earned outside (first or second year of study, graduation abroad) or a postgraduate or master’s degree program finished at a German university
Duration of the funding
- a) Depending on how long the selected study program is, between 10 and 24 months
- b) Usually one academic year
Scholarship benefits › 934 euros monthly
- Payments towards insurance cover
- Annual study allowance
- Allowance for travel Furthermore, under specific situations
- Monthly rent subsidy
- payment for additional needs in the event of a handicap or chronic sickness, if applicable, as well as a monthly payment for family members to accompany
- If applicable, allowance for additional needs in case of disability/ chronic illness
- Preparatory language course
Qualification
The following are general eligibility requirements:
- Academic credentials: A solid academic history, usually with grades above average.
- Work experience: At least two years of professional experience may be necessary for some programs, particularly those pertaining to development studies.
Language ability:
English taught programs demand a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL iBT score of 80.
Programs taught in German: TestDaF or DSH tests are frequently used to demonstrate proficiency in German.
Age restriction: Generally speaking, candidates must be younger than 35 when they apply. It is important to review each scholarship’s specific requirements as some programs may have extra ones.
Procedure for Applications
Select a program:Choose the DAAD scholarship program that best suits your educational and career objective.
Get the paperwork ready: diplomas and transcripts from academic institutions. CV, or curriculum vitae, letter of motivation.
- referral letters.
- Evidence of language ability.
- proposal for research (for specific projects).
Send in your application:Depending on the prerequisites of the program, apply via the DAAD portal or the application system of the particular university.
Interview: Those who make the short list can receive an invitation to an in person or online interview.
Decision: Selected candidates will be given an offer, and if accepted, they can move on with obtaining a visa and making travel plans.
Application Deadlines
- Winter Semester (October start): Applications typically open in early May and close by 15 July.
- Summer Semester (March start): Applications typically open in early December and close by 15 January.
Note: Deadlines may vary depending on the specific program. Always refer to the official DAAD website for the most accurate information.
