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KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students

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Provider
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
Host country
Germany
Deadline
15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds)
Region
Europe
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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
We provide scholarships to exceptionally talented and committed young individuals. Our mission is to empower them to take on responsibility as future leaders and active citizens in politics, business, science, media, culture, and society. We are guided by a vision of humanity shaped by Christian-democratic values.
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Masters
Deadline
15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds)

Key eligibility criteria

  • We provide scholarships to exceptionally talented and committed young individuals. Our mission is to empower them to take on responsibility as future leaders and active citizens in politics, business, science, media, culture, and society. We are guided by a vision of humanity shaped by Christian-democratic values.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded

About the KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students (2026)

KaS Foundation, also known as Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, annually offers scholarships for Africans and other international students who demonstrate outstanding results in their bachelor’s or graduate studies. Furthermore, KaS releases its scholarships twice a year on June 1 and December 1, respectively. As a political foundation, KaS handles over 200 projects in more approximately 120 countries. Their civic education programs zone in on the promotion of freedom and liberty as well as peace and justice. Meanwhile, their events and activities generally aim to provide moral and material support for intellectually gifted young international students. This effort is not only extended to Germans, but from Central and East Europeans, Asians, and Africans as well. ### **Benefits of a KaS Foundation Scholarship** Three winners will be picked for the KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships. The first-placer will receive $1,500 while the second-placer will get $1,000. Lastly, the third-placer shall have $500 as scholarship aid. **\| Other scholarships from Germany:** [DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Masters Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/daad-helmut-schmidt-masters-scholarships-for-public-policy-and-good-governance-deadline-july-31-2021/) ### **How Can International Students Apply?** The KaS Foundation extends the submission to current international high school, college, or university student from any country. However, the aspiring applicants must meet the required 2.5 or better grade point average. In addition, winners will be asked to send proof of their academic status and enrollment. **In order to start the application process for the contest scholarship, Africans and other international students must:** - Complete and submit the KaS Foundation Scholarship application. - Upload their CV or Resume (optional). - Provide a copy of their unofficial transcripts in the Academic History section. - Self-report GRE or GMAT scores (optional) in the Standardized Tests tile in the Academic History section. **Other things that applicants must remember to include in their application include the following:** - First and last name - School and education - Short presentation of themselves - Master thesis, description, and summary (for international graduate students) - Studies abroad and description of studies (if applicable) For more questions, visit the official [Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Foundation scholarship webpage](https://www.kas.de/en/web/begabtenfoerderung-und-kultur/home). * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. 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Funding information

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  • Fully Funded

KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students eligibility

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  • We provide scholarships to exceptionally talented and committed young individuals. Our mission is to empower them to take on responsibility as future leaders and active citizens in politics, business, science, media, culture, and society. We are guided by a vision of humanity shaped by Christian-democratic values.

KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students document information

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    How to apply for the KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students 2026

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    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.kas.de/en/web/begabtenfoerderung-und-kultur/home to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: We provide scholarships to exceptionally talented and committed young individuals. Our mission is to empower them to take on responsibility as future leaders and active citizens in politics, business, science, media, culture, and society. We are guided by a vision of humanity shaped by Christian-democratic values.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: 15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: 15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

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    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

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    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

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    5. Provider deadline
      15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds)

      Provider deadline information: 15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds). Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students?+

    We provide scholarships to exceptionally talented and committed young individuals. Our mission is to empower them to take on responsibility as future leaders and active citizens in politics, business, science, media, culture, and society. We are guided by a vision of humanity shaped by Christian-democratic values.

    What funding does the KaS Foundation Contest Scholarships for Africans and Other International Students offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: 15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.kas.de/en/web/begabtenfoerderung-und-kultur/home to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: We provide scholarships to exceptionally talented and committed young individuals. Our mission is to empower them to take on responsibility as future leaders and active citizens in politics, business, science, media, culture, and society. We are guided by a vision of humanity shaped by Christian-democratic values.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: 15 January / 15 July (two annual rounds). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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