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Scholarships in Germany for Moroccan students

Germany funds Moroccan Masters and PhD candidates through DAAD scholarships, the Helmut-Schmidt Programme, and the Deutschlandstipendium. Tuition-free public universities and English-taught Masters at TU Munich, RWTH Aachen, KIT and Heidelberg admit Moroccan engineers, scientists and economists each year.

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University of Erfurt Thuringian State Graduate Support Doctoral Scholarships

Partial funding · phd · study in Germany · offered by University of Erfurt. EUR 1,400/month for 3 years; possible 1-year extension; family allowance EUR 300 first child +150 additional; research/travel up to 600/year subject funds. Funding exclusions and conditions: No same-purpose public double fu

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Germany
University of Erfurt
Deadline: 24 November 2026 23:59 CET
MastersTwo Masters tuition scholarships. Not covered: EUR 35,000 scholarship against published EUR 38,500 tuition; no guaranteed living/travel support. Potential 10-month Changemaker housing add-on is subject to final confirmation and is not counted as a secured benefit.

ESMT Panzer Scholarship

ESMT Panzer Scholarship: Two Masters tuition scholarships. Deadline: Open — no closing date published on the official page.

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Germany
ESMT Berlin
Deadline: Open — no closing date published on the official page
Postdoctoral / established researcher; artistStipend or partial reimbursement to home institution for replacement teaching; three to nine months, October 2028–June 2029. Office and research access.

HIAS Fellowships 2028–29

HIAS Fellowships 2028–29: Stipend or partial reimbursement to home institution for replacement teaching; three to nine months, October 2028–June 2029. Office and research access. Eligibility: All nationalities. Scholars need a doctorate; artists and cultural professionals may apply at all career stages. Excellent English and a proposed Hamburg academic tandem partner.

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Germany
Hamburg Institute for Advanced Study
Deadline: 2027-02-01 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
Undergraduate / Graduate / Recent graduateNormally unpaid. Limited Trust Fund awards may provide monthly living support and travel assistance to financially needy developing-country nationals normally resident in their country.

ITLOS Internship Programme – July–September 2027

ITLOS Internship Programme – July–September 2027: Normally unpaid. Limited Trust Fund awards may provide monthly living support and travel assistance to financially needy developing-country nationals normally resident in their country. Eligibility: Students/recent graduates worldwide in law, international relations, political science, public relations, library science or translation; at least three university years; normally not over 32; English and/or French. Three months onsite Hamburg. Recent

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Germany
International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
Deadline: 2026-12-31; Not stated
Undergraduate; master’s; doctoral; research-oriented industry applicantsMonthly stipend for living costs, housing costs and round-trip travel from the intern’s habitual residence to the host institute. Placements typically last 12–14 weeks; longer visits may be possible.

Max Planck Computer Science Research Internships

Funded computer-science research internships in Germany, normally 12–14 weeks. The annual summer deadline is 1 November of the previous year; other starts require five months’ lead time.

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Germany
Max Planck Institutes for Informatics, Software Systems, and Security and Privacy
Deadline: Summer starts between May and August: 1 November of the preceding year. Under that annual rule, summer 2027 applications are due 1 November 2026. Other start dates: apply at least five months ahead. No closing time zone is published.
PhD, PostdoctoralVaries

Heinz Heinen Fellowships

University of Bonn, Bonn Center for Dependency and Slavery Studies: Doctoral €1,700/month; junior postdoc €2,600/month; later postdoc €3,100/month; travel and accommodation allowance up to €1,000/month (€1,250 with children). Eligibility and application conditions apply.

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Germany
University of Bonn, Bonn Center for Dependency and Slavery Studies
Deadline: 10 January 2027, 23:59 CET; email one PDF and separate referee letters.
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IEG Fellowships for Postdocs

Leibniz Institute of European History: €2,100 monthly for 6–12 months plus applicable family allowances; accommodation charged separately. No travel or health-insurance grant; housing charges are paid from the stipend. Eligibility and application conditions apply.

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Germany
Leibniz Institute of European History
Deadline: 15 October 2026; time not specified.
UndergraduateStipend and travel

Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light Internship

EUR 992 monthly and round-trip travel; other expenses may remain. Applicants worldwide, including African students.

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Germany
Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light
Deadline: 15 November 2026
MastersPartial

DAAD EPOS Scholarship — MSc Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies, University of Oldenburg 2027

DAAD EPOS funding for the MSc Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (formerly PPRE) at the University of Oldenburg. The scholarship deadline is 15 October 2026 for studies starting October 2027 — not the later self-funded date.

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Germany
DAAD EPOS / University of Oldenburg
Deadline: 15 October 2026
MastersFully Funded

DAAD EPOS Scholarship — MSc Agricultural Economics, University of Hohenheim

DAAD EPOS scholarships for the MSc Agricultural Economics at the University of Hohenheim: two years of tuition waived, a living stipend, health insurance and travel. The scholarship window runs 15 November to 15 December each year.

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Germany
DAAD EPOS / University of Hohenheim
Deadline: Annual: 15 November – 15 December (year-specific dates unconfirmed)
MastersPartial

DAAD EPOS Scholarship — MSc Hydro Science and Engineering, TU Dresden

DAAD EPOS funding for the English-taught MSc in Hydro Science and Engineering at TU Dresden. Scholarship applications go to the university by 15 October each year, one year before studies begin.

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Germany
DAAD EPOS / TU Dresden
Deadline: Annual: 15 October (2027/28 cycle not yet separately confirmed)
MastersPartial

DAAD EPOS Scholarship — SEPT MBA, Leipzig University 2027/28

A DAAD EPOS-funded MBA in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Development at Leipzig University, for African professionals with at least two years' experience in SME promotion. Scholarship applications close 1 October 2026.

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Germany
DAAD EPOS / Leipzig University (SEPT Competence Center)
Deadline: 1 October 2026 (DAAD EPOS round)
MastersFully Funded

DAAD EPOS Scholarship — MSc Environmental Governance, University of Freiburg 2027/28

DAAD EPOS scholarships for the MSc Environmental Governance at the University of Freiburg, with a tuition-fee exemption for award holders. Applications close 15 October 2026 for studies beginning October 2027.

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Germany
DAAD EPOS / University of Freiburg
Deadline: 15 October 2026
Partial

The develoPPP Ventures Ideas Competition 2026

An ideas competition for young entrepreneurs with non-dilutive capital of 100,000 euros.

Germany
DEG Impulse gGmbH and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Deadline not published by funder
PostdocFully Funded

ifa Scholarship on the Management of Cultural Heritage & the Transformation of Museums and Exhibition Centres 2026

This scholarship enables cultural practitioners from countries on the DAC list to undertake research stays with host institutions, deepening their professional knowledge and fostering international cooperation.

Germany
ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen)
Deadline: Jun. 30
PhD

LMU Completion Grant

A grant for doctoral candidates at LMU to support them during the final phase of their doctoral studies.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
PhD

STIBET Mentoring Scholarship Program

This program offers scholarships and mentoring to doctoral candidates at LMU, supporting their academic and professional development.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
UndergraduatePartial

Franco-German Youth Office Scholarship

This scholarship from the Franco-German Youth Office supports subject-related internships at companies or institutions in France that are recognized or strongly recommended by your home university as part of your degree program.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
MastersStipend Only

Germany Scholarship (Deutschlandstipendium)

The Germany Scholarship supports talented and high-achieving students at LMU. It provides financial assistance for academic pursuits.

Germany
Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship)
Deadline not published by funder
UndergraduatePartial

DAAD RISE Worldwide: Research internships

This scholarship is for German Bachelor's degree students in Natural, Life, and Engineering Sciences to undertake research internships in various countries around the world, supervised by local researchers.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
Masters

SIST LMU Study Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the Federal State of Bavaria for international students at LMU who are registered for regular full-time study programs.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
PhDStipend Only

Barbara Huber Scholarship Program

The Barbara Huber Scholarship Program offers research stays at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law, honoring the work of Barbara Huber, an expert in English law. This scholarship supports innovative research pr

Germany
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law
Deadline: Expected May 31, 2027 (annual cycle)
PhDFully Funded

LMU - CSC Scholarship Program

The LMU - CSC Scholarship Program offers scholarships for highly qualified Chinese candidates to pursue doctoral studies and research at LMU Munich. It is a key element of the strategic cooperation between LMU and Chinese academic instituti

Germany
China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Deadline: 1 February
UndergraduatePartial Funding

DAAD Lehramt.international (Internships Abroad for Student Teachers)

This program provides scholarships for student teachers of all subject combinations and school types for self-organized internships at educational institutions abroad. Internships can last from one to six months.

Germany
DAAD
Deadline: 1. Bewerbungszeitraum 01.06. - 30.06. für Praktika, die vom 01.09. - 01.12. beginnen 2. Bewerbungszeitraum 01.10. - 02.11. für Praktika, die vom 01.01. - 31.05. des Folgejahres beginnen 3. Bewerbungszeitraum 01.03. - 31.03. für Praktika, die vom 01.06. - 31.08. beginnen
UndergraduatePartial Funding

DAAD Short scholarships for self-organized internships abroad

This scholarship targets students in their 2nd semester and Master's degree students who are enrolled at a German university and plan to undertake a self-organized internship abroad.

Germany
DAAD
Deadline: Der Antrag ist frühestens 60 und spätestens 32 Kalendertage vor dem Beginn des Praktikums im DAAD-Portal einzureichen.
Undergraduate, MastersPartial

DAAD Combined study and practical semesters abroad

This scholarship supports combined study and practical semesters abroad, where practical work experience is integrated into your studies and is a mandatory part of your curriculum. It is open to all regions and subject areas.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
UndergraduatePartial Funding

Oskar Karl Forster Scholarship for books and learning materials

This scholarship offers grants for books and learning materials to students. It aims to support students in acquiring necessary study resources.

Germany
Bavarian State Ministry for Science and the Arts on behalf of the Consul Oskar-Karl Forster Estate
Deadline: 04. November 2026
PhDPartial Funding

LMU Travel Grant

This grant provides funding for travel related to academic activities for doctoral candidates at LMU.

Germany
LMU-Reiseförderung
Deadline: 15. November 2026; 15. März 2027
UndergraduateFully Funded

BAYHOST: Scholarships for students and young academics from Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe for summer language courses

Students and young academics from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia and Ukraine with intermediate German knowledge (at least B1-level) are eligible to apply for the summer school

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline not published by funder
Masters, PhD, PostdocFully Funded

Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD): Scholarship Programme 1

The KAAD is the scholarship institution of the Catholic Church in Germany. Applicants are therefore of catholic denomination: post-graduates or academics who already have work experience and plan to do post-graduate studies or spend a resea

Germany
Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD)
Deadline: The individual partner committees set their own deadlines.
UndergraduatePartial Funding

Baden-Württemberg Stiftung: The Baden-Württemberg-STIPENDIUM for Students

The Baden-Württemberg-STIPENDIUM for Students is a program established by the Baden-Württemberg Stiftung for highly qualified undergraduate, graduate or doctoral students.

Germany
Baden-Württemberg Stiftung
Deadline: The application deadline is usually 31 March for scholarships starting in autumn.
Undergraduate

BayBIDS-Stipendium

The BayBIDS-Stipendium (Motivation Scholarship) supports international students with their university admission.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
Undergraduate

Bayer Foundation: Kurt Hansen Fellowship for STEM Education

The Kurt Hansen Fellowship supports teachers, trainee teachers, and students of STEM teaching subjects or pedagogy, for various study-related stays abroad.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline not published by funder
PhDFully Funded

Barbara Huber Scholarship Program 2027

The Barbara Huber Scholarship Program offers fully funded research stays at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law. It is awarded for research periods lasting two to six months to outstanding academics.

Germany
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law
Deadline: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
Masters

Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD): Eastern Europe Programme

The KAAD is the scholarship institution of the catholic Church in Germany. Applicants for this programme are from Central, Eastern and South-east Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia, are proficient in German and are of catholic faith.

Germany
Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD)
Deadline: The initial application can be submitted throughout the year. Those who are selected for the second stage will be sent the necessary application documents. The application deadlines for the second stage are 15 January (scholarships awarded in March) and 30 June (scholarships awarded in September) of each year.
MastersPartial Funding

Bayer Foundation: Jeff Schell Fellowship in Agricultural Sciences

The Jeff Schell Fellowship can be granted to MSc and PhD students from all fields of natural science and data science with fundamental or applied studies with relevance to the crop science industry.

Germany
Bayer Foundation
Deadline: Please check the website for up-to-date information on application deadlines.
MastersFully Funded

Bayer Foundation: Carl Duisberg Fellowships for Medical Sciences

The Carl Duisberg fellowship offers individual support to students in the disciplines of human or veterinary medicine or for an MSc or PhD (or equivalent) in medical engineering, applied medical sciences, public health, or data science in G

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline not published by funder
Partial

DAAD Travel allowances for agency-managed internships abroad

Travel allowances are granted for internships that are part of programs offered by IAESTE, AIESEC, and ZAD.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
Masters

Professional development scholarship

This scholarship supports individuals in their professional development.

Germany
LMU Munich
Deadline not published by funder
MastersPartial Funding

Alfred Toepfer Stiftung & Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes: You and Europe Scholarship Programme

The European Scholarship Programme You and Europe is aimed at European students wishing to complete a Master’s degree in Germany. “Europe” in this case is to be understood in its geographical entirety and thus independent of...

Germany
Alfred Toepfer Stiftung & Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes
Deadline: annually on 23 February
PhDFully Funded

Co-funded Research Grants – Short-Term Grants - DAAD

DAAD research grants provide foreign doctoral candidates with an opportunity to take part in a study visit to Germany as part of their doctoral studies.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline not published by funder
Postdoc

Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald: Alfried Krupp Fellowships

The Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftskolleg Greifswald is awarding up to 6 Alfried Krupp Senior Fellowships and up to 8 Alfried Krupp Junior Fellowships for the academic year 2026/27. The fellowships are for postdoctoral researchers and faculty.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline not published by funder
UndergraduateFully Funded

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) International Scholarship 2026

This scholarship supports international students and researchers for study and research in Germany.

Germany
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
Deadline: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
FellowshipFully Funded

Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship at RIFS Potsdam

The Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship 2027 offers a unique opportunity for highly talented mid-career professionals dedicated to sustainable development, hosted by the Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) in Potsdam, Germany.

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Germany
Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) at GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences
Deadline: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
PhDFully Funded

Academic Accelerator Fellowship 2026

The Academic Accelerator Fellowship 2026 offers up to 3 fully funded positions for second- or third-year doctoral researchers from underrepresented regions and communities, integrating them into the Berlin Graduate School for Global and Transregional Studies (BGTS) at Freie Unive

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Germany
Freie Universität Berlin / Cluster of Excellence "Contestations of the Liberal Script (SCRIPTS)"
Deadline: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
Undergraduate, MastersPartial to Fully Funded

Constructor University Bremen — Africa First Scholarship and Need-Based Aid

Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University Bremen) in Bremen, Germany offers tuition funding opportunities that combine a merit- and region-focused award (the Africa First Scholarship) with institutional need-based financial aid. These options are available for eligible undergraduate and mas

Germany
Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University Bremen)
Deadline: Null
UndergraduateFully Funded

DAAD Carlo-Schmid-Programm

This program supports internships at international organizations, EU institutions, and selected non-governmental organizations. It offers two programs: one for self-initiated internships and another for specific advertised opportunities.

Germany
DAAD
Deadline: Expected February 5, 2027 (annual cycle)
FellowshipFully Funded

KAS Germany International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) 2026 for West, East & Southern African Students

The German Bundestag invites young graduates from West, East, and Southern African countries for a four-week parliamentary scholarship program in Berlin, offering first-hand experience of the German parliamentary system.

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Germany
German Bundestag
Deadline: Expected May 15, 2027 (annual cycle)
FellowshipFully Funded

German Parliament Scholarship Programme 2026 for Young Africans

The German Parliament Scholarship Programme 2026 invites young, politically and socially committed graduates from several African countries for a four-week intensive program in Berlin. This fully funded scholarship, running from January 4 to February 2, 2027, offers insights into the German parliamentary system and democratic processes, including a one-week placement in a Member of Parliament's office. Participants will receive a stipend, accommodation, covered travel costs, and insurance. Applicants must be under 30, hold a university degree, possess good knowledge of German (B2 level), and be citizens of an eligible African country. Required documents include a current language certificate, a letter of motivation in German, a copy of ID, a university degree certificate, and a letter of recommendation. The application deadline is May 15, 2026. This program is aimed at fostering democratic leadership and engagement among young African leaders.

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Germany
German Parliament
Deadline: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
PostdocFully Funded

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation: Humboldt Research Fellowships for Postdoctoral Researchers

Applicants are highly qualified scientists and scholars from abroad just embarking on their academic careers who completed their doctorates less than 4 years ago. The fellowship gives international candidates from all disciplines the opport

Germany
Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Deadline: Applications are possible at any time.
PhD, PostdocMonthly scholarship payments of 1,400 Euros; payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance; travel allowance; research allowance of 460 Euros (for funding > 6 months). Additional benefits include rent subsidy, family allowance, disability support, Green Mobility Top Up, and language course support.

Research Grants in Germany

The DAAD EPOS Research Grants offer international doctoral students and early post-doctoral researchers the opportunity to conduct a research project in Germany. This grant supports research stays at German universities or non-university research institutes, fostering academic collaboration and excellence. It offers comprehensive financial and practical support, including monthly stipends, insurance, travel allowances, and additional benefits for longer stays or specific needs. Applicants must meet strict eligibility criteria regarding the start or completion date of their doctorate and their residency in Germany. The application process is online and requires detailed documentation, including a research proposal, motivations, and recommendations, all evaluated by an independent selection committee based on academic qualification, research project quality, and applicant potential. Applications for funding must begin in 2026. Official deadlines are updated annually on the DAAD website, and early application is highly recommended.

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Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: Not available — check official website
MastersScholarship payments of 992 euros a month. Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover. Travel allowance. Annually study allowance of € 460. Under certain circumstances, you can apply for the following additional benefits after start of funding: Monthly rent subsidy. Monthly allowance for accompanying members of family. In case of a disability or chronic illness: on application, a subsidy may be provided for justified additional costs incurred abroad that are necessary to realise the project in Germany and that are not covered by a third party; whether and to what extent a subsidy will be paid will be reviewed and determined on an individual basis. Green Mobility Top Up (Support for climate-friendly travel) or reimbursement of carbon offset payments for air travel. The DAAD does not cover tuition fees.

Study Scholarships - Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines

This scholarship programme offers you the opportunity to continue your academic education in Germany with a postgraduate course of study. The scholarships are funded by the German Federal Foreign Office.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: Application deadlines are updated annually in the second quarter. In most cases, they are in the same period as the previous year. You can find the current dates on the DAAD website. Applications for this scholarship programme are possible in the period June until the stated application deadline. Funding must begin in 2026. The scholarship usually begins on 1st October 2026, or earlier if you take a German language course prior to the study programme.
Masters

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation: International Climate Protection Fellowship

The International Climate Protection Fellowship supports prospective leaders working academically or practically in climate protection or climate-relevant resource conservation in their home countries - a non-European developing or emerging

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline not published by funder
PhDThe scholarship provides monthly payments of 1,400 euros, along with comprehensive health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage. A travel allowance is included, as is an annual research allowance of €460. Additional benefits, such as monthly rent subsidies and allowances for accompanying family members, may be available upon application under specific circumstances. Language support, including course fees for online language courses, language courses in Germany, and reimbursement for TestDaF or DSH tests, is also provided.

Doctoral Programmes in Germany

This DAAD scholarship offers highly qualified international students the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in Germany. Funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, the program supports research projects at German higher education institutions or non-university research institutes. It covers an individual project supervised by a university teacher or participation in a structured doctoral study program. The scholarship provides financial support including a monthly stipend, insurance, and research allowances, along with language training, for up to four years, with funding beginning in 2026. Eligibility criteria include above-average academic qualifications, recent graduation, and limited prior residency in Germany. The selection process emphasizes academic excellence, the quality of the research proposal, and the applicant's potential. Applications are submitted online, requiring various documents including a CV, motivation letter, research proposal, and letter of supervision or program contacts. Deadlines are updated annually; applicants should consult the official DAAD website for current information.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: The application deadlines are updated annually in the second quarter and are generally in the same period as the previous year. Funding must begin in 2026. The application period typically runs from June until the stated application deadline.
MastersThe scholarship provides monthly payments of 992 euros, health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage, a travel allowance, and an annual study allowance of 460 euros. Additional benefits may include a monthly rent subsidy, a monthly allowance for accompanying family members, and subsidies for justified additional costs for applicants with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Language course fees and TestDaF/DSH fee reimbursements are also available. Tuition fees are not covered.

Study scholarships for STEM disciplines

The DAAD Study Scholarships for STEM Disciplines offer young academics and future professionals from developing and emerging countries the opportunity to pursue a Master's degree in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and engineering in Germany. The scholarship supports full-time, on-campus, tuition-free Master's programs at German universities, focusing on enhancing qualification and employability in innovation-driving STEM fields. Applicants must hold a recognized first degree, demonstrate strong academic performance, and meet specific language proficiency requirements. Funding commences in the winter term 2026/2027.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: The application deadlines are updated annually in the second quarter and are typically in the same period as the previous year. The application period generally runs from June until the stated application deadline. Funding must begin in 2026, usually on October 1st, or earlier if a preceding German language course is taken.
Masters1,000 EUR monthly, plus a one-time 250 EUR starting allowance and a single travel expense allowance from Spain. Covers 1 or 2 academic semesters, with an option for up to 5 months in another European country (excluding Spain) if part of a 10-month grant.

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation: Hezekiah Wardwell Fellowship

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation: Hezekiah Wardwell Fellowship is open to highly gifted young musicians and musicologists from Spain to pursue further training or advanced academic studies at an academy of music or a conservatory in Germany. The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of 1,000 EUR, a starting allowance, and travel expenses. Applicants must have a first academic degree completed within the last three years, secure academic supervision in Germany prior to application, and be proficient in German. The application deadline is January 10th annually. Preference is given to candidates who have not yet had the opportunity to study in Germany. Up to 10 fellowships are awarded each year. Applicants must hold Spanish citizenship, live in Spain, or have completed their education in Spain. Duration is initially for 1 or 2 academic semesters, with possibilities for study in other European countries under certain conditions.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: January 10th of each year
PostdocThe fellowship provides a monthly stipend of 3,200 EUR. In addition to the stipend, the scholarship includes a mobility allowance, a subsidy for medical and liability insurance costs, a lump sum for travel expenses, and an initial subsidy. Fellows also receive an intensive German language course in Germany. For those with accompanying family members, an allowance is provided, and single-parent fellows receive a fixed allowance for accompanying children. Furthermore, a research cost allowance is included, and fellows benefit from extensive alumni sponsorship.

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation: Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers

The Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers supports highly-qualified international scientists and scholars from all disciplines to conduct extended research periods in Germany. Applicants must have completed their doctorates less than 12 years ago and demonstrate an independent research profile. The fellowship offers 3,200 EUR per month for 6 to 18 months, with additional benefits like a mobility allowance, insurance subsidy, travel expenses, a language course, and family allowances. Approximately 450 fellowships are awarded annually. Applications are accepted continuously, with selection meetings in March, July, and November. Eligibility criteria include academic qualifications, publication record, and language skills, along with residency requirements. Researchers from Brazil are currently not eligible.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. The Selection Committee meets three times a year, specifically in March, July, and November, to review applications.
PhDMonthly payments for doctoral candidates during the stay in Germany: 1,400 euros. (No scholarship payments during stays at the home university). Payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance cover. Travel allowances for up to three outward and return journeys. A research allowance of € 460. Travel and accommodation expenses for supervising university teachers for one trip of up to 10 days. **Under certain circumstances, for uninterrupted stays of over 6 months:** Monthly rent subsidy. Monthly allowance for accompanying members of family. Subsidy for justified additional costs incurred due to disability or chronic illness. **German Language Learning Support:** Payment of course fees for an online language course. Potential funding for a 2, 4, or 6-month language course before the research stay (DAAD decides based on language skills and project). Allowance for a personally chosen German language course during the funding period. Reimbursement of the fee for a TestDaF or DSH test. **Note:** Benefits from third parties are partially credited towards the DAAD scholarship.

Bi-nationally Supervised Doctoral Degrees / Cotutelle

This program offers the opportunity to do a bi-national doctoral degree at your home university and at a university in Germany. There are two options: a) Doctorate with bi-national supervision (sandwich model) and b) Doctorate following the Cotutelle procedure. The scholarship funds research stays in Germany as part of a doctoral program and provides monthly payments, insurance, travel allowances, and language support. Eligibility requires specific academic qualifications and limits on prior residence in Germany. Applications are submitted online, and selection is based on academic achievement, research project quality, and applicant potential. Funding must begin in 2026.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: The application deadlines are updated annually in the second quarter. In most cases, they are in the same period as the previous year. Funding must begin in 2026. The DAAD portal closes at 24:00 hrs. (CET or CEST) on the last application day. Specific dates are not provided in the current document, applicants should consult the official DAAD website for current deadlines.
Master's and Doctoral degreesProvided by both Costa Rican partners (monthly scholarship payments) and DAAD (travel allowance, initial language course in Germany including accommodation and pocket money, language courses during study, health/nursing care/accident/liability insurance for scholarship holders and potentially accompanying family, one-year research and study grant, printing costs subsidy for doctoral students, German language course costs for accompanying spouses).

ALECOSTA: Alemania-Costa Rica

The ALECOSTA: Alemania-Costa Rica scholarship, a collaboration between CONARE and DAAD, supports university lecturers from five specific Costa Rican universities. It offers funding for Master's and doctoral degrees in Germany, including monthly payments, travel allowances, initial language training, comprehensive insurance, and other benefits. Eligibility is strictly limited to lecturers from the named Costa Rican institutions. No specific deadlines are provided, and applicants are advised to consult the official DAAD website for detailed requirements and application procedures. Contact information for an Information Centre in San José is available for inquiries. Applicants must use a desktop computer for the application portal. Principles of academic merit and alignment with program objectives are likely to be key selection criteria, though not explicitly stated.

Germany
DAAD EPOS
Deadline: Not specified in the provided text. Scholarships are awarded for one-year periods, with extensions requiring a separate application to the DAAD Selection Committee. Applicants should check the official scholarship page for current deadlines.
MastersFully Funded

DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Masters Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance

The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme is a fully funded master's scholarship in public policy and good governance — designed for African future leaders entering political, economic and social transformation roles in their home country.

Germany
DAAD
Deadline: Expected July 31, 2027 (annual cycle)
Graduate / Early career / Vocationally qualifiedPaid training salary throughout 18 months, structured seminars and newsroom placements.

Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship 2028–2029

Deutsche Welle International Journalism Traineeship 2028–2029: Paid training salary throughout 18 months, structured seminars and newsroom placements. Eligibility: All nationalities welcome. Completed degree, college qualification or apprenticeship; initial journalism experience, social-media skills; native DW-language speaker with excellent English and good German, or specified native-English/native-German pathways. Starts 3 January 2028 for 18 months.

Refreshed 15d ago
Germany / international newsroom placements
Deutsche Welle / DW Akademie
Deadline: 17 November 2026 at 12 noon (12:00 p.m. GMT+1); opens 13 October 2026 at 12 noon (12:00 p.m. GMT+2)
MasterUp to 24 months: EUR650/month; conditional EUR30 rent subsidy and EUR20 medical-aid contribution; tuition up to EUR3,000/year.

UKUDLA Master’s Scholarships, African Cohort 3 (2027)

Up to 24 months: EUR650/month; conditional EUR30 rent subsidy and EUR20 medical-aid contribution; tuition up to EUR3,000/year. Applicants must already be in South Africa as a national, permanent resident or valid study-visa holder. Four-year NQF8-equivalent relevant quantitative degree, 68% average,

Refreshed 16d ago
South Africa
UKUDLA African-German Centre of Excellence; DAAD
Deadline: 2026-11-07 — Not stated
PostdoctoralVaries

EMBL EIPOD-LinC Postdoctoral Fellowship

European Molecular Biology Laboratory: Three-year fully funded fellowship contract, social insurance, partner-lab travel/accommodation support and applicable family allowances. Eligibility and application conditions apply.

Refreshed 25d ago
Germany, France, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom
European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Deadline: Opens 25 November 2026; closes 1 February 2027.
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — WACCBIP — Molecular Cell Biology of Infectious Diseases

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Ghana
DAAD / University of Ghana, WACCBIP
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — LUANAR — Aquaculture and Fisheries Science

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Malawi
DAAD / Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — LUANAR — Irrigation Engineering

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Malawi
DAAD / Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — 2iE — Water and Environmental Engineering

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Burkina Faso
DAAD / 2iE
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — WACCI — Seed Science and Technology

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Ghana
DAAD / University of Ghana, WACCI
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — UDS — Agricultural Economics

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Ghana
DAAD / University for Development Studies
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — Jimma — Environmental Health

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Ethiopia
DAAD / Jimma University
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — Chuka — Plant Breeding

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Kenya
DAAD / Chuka University
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — Moi — Education Research

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Kenya
DAAD / Moi University
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — University of Rwanda — Electrical Power Systems

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Rwanda
DAAD / University of Rwanda
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — Ardhi — Geomatics

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Tanzania
DAAD / Ardhi University
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — Busitema — Climate Change and Disaster Management

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Uganda
DAAD / Busitema University
Deadline: 12 November 2026
Master'sTuition plus stipend

DAAD In-Country/In-Region — MUBAS — Environmental Health

Course fees and monthly/study/research support under DAAD award; in-region travel/insurance rules differ from in-country awards. Nationals or permanent residents of sub-Saharan African countries, subject to the course call.

Refreshed 29d ago
Malawi
DAAD / Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences
Deadline: 12 November 2026
PhD, PostdoctoralPartial Funding

AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers

Grants of up to EUR 3,000 from the African-German Network of Excellence in Science for junior researchers to spend research time at another African institution.

Refreshed 2mo ago
Multiple
African-German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES)
Deadline: Annual — recent calls closed 30 November
Masters, PhDFully Funded

PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme (Nigeria)

Nigeria's Petroleum Technology Development Fund fully funds Master's and PhD study in the UK, Germany, France and Malaysia for Nigerian graduates in oil, gas and energy-related fields.

Refreshed 2mo ago
United Kingdom
Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
Deadline: Annual — call typically opens January/February
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD

swissuniversities

This website gathers information on various scholarships to study abroad, including governmental scholarships offered by various countries such as the USA, Canada, Italy or Germany among others.

Switzerland
EPFL
Deadline not published by funder
MastersFully Funded

DAAD Scholarships

The German Academic Exchange Service, or DAAD, offers a wide range of scholarships to German students who are wanting to study abroad.

United Kingdom
University of Cambridge
Deadline not published by funder
Partial

IELTS Award

For students who have taken an IELTS test at a British Council centre in Germany. The award is worth between £3,000 and £10,000.

United Kingdom
University of Cambridge
Deadline not published by funder
Teacher TrainingFully Funded

British Council Language Teacher Training Scholarship

The British Council Language Teacher Training Scholarship offers £22,000 in funding and professional development for individuals aspiring to become Modern Foreign Languages teachers in England. This scholarship supports training for French, German, or Spanish language teachers.

Refreshed 5mo ago
United Kingdom
British Council
Deadline: Not yet specified (check updates regularly)

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