Numerous scholarships, grants, and bursaries are available to assist foreign students financially with their studies in this nation. The German government, businesses, universities, and certain private groups have financed education in Germany; as a result, state-funded schools do not charge tuition to both domestic and foreign students who study there. Despite this, there are a number of top-notch scholarships for German master’s programmes. Most doctoral programmes are completely supported.
Government – Funded Scholarships in Germany
DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) Scholarships
The most well-known scholarships for overseas students attending undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programmes in Germany are offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), without a doubt. The primary means by which this organization promotes cross-national intellectual ties is through student exchange initiatives. Numerous scholarships are available through DAAD to study and conduct research in Germany.
Student selection for these scholarships is based on academic ability and is open to students of all countries. Duration and Quantity of Scholarships: The DAAD scholarships’ duration and amount vary based on the universities and the scope of the selected study programme.
Eligibility : Student selection for these scholarships is based on academic ability and is open to students of all countries.
Scholarship Duration and Amount:The DAAD scholarships’ duration and amount vary based on the universities and the scope of the selected study programme.
ERASMUS+ (European Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students) scholarships
One of the best and largest awards for studying in Europe are Erasmus+ scholarships. The European Commission oversees the entire ERASMUS+ scholarship scheme. As Erasmus + Partner countries, more than 4,000 higher education institutions from nearly 37 nations take part.
Eligibility: All students enrolled in the Erasmus study programme are eligible for these grants, and recipients are chosen based on their academic standing.
Non-Government Scholarships in Germany
Heinrich Böll Scholarships for International Students
The Heinrich Böll Foundation offers over 1,200 scholarships a year for German Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. programmes. According to the regulations set forth by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt) of Germany, these scholarships are offered to international students.
Eligibility: Heinrich Böll Scholarships are available to both German and international students who want to enrol in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. programmes in Germany.
Twice a year, this scholarship’s application period is opened (March and September).
Scholarship Duration & Amount : For the Masters programme and the Doctoral programme, eligible students get €750 and €1000 per month, respectively.
Humboldt Research Fellowships for Postdoctoral Researchers
The Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation offers these fellowships to research researchers who have finished their PhD studies and intend to complete a postdoctoral in Germany.
Eligibility: For the Postdoctoral programme, researchers and students of all nationalities are eligible to apply for the fellowship.
Each year, between 400 and 500 research fellowships are awarded.
Scholarship Duration and Amount: For a period of six to twenty-four months, a fellowship worth €2,650 per month is awarded. This covers financial obligations for regular costs like transportation and health insurance.
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Scholarships
International scholars seeking to enrol in postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes are given KAS scholarships. All fields are eligible for the scholarships. Award recipients can continue their education at technical colleges and universities of applied sciences.
Eligibility: Students of all nationalities who have achieved high academic standards are eligible for these awards. The maximum age for applicants is 30 years old.
Scholarship Period and Amount: Postgraduate students are awarded a two-year scholarship with a monthly stipend of €850.
Bayer Foundation Scholarships
With five fellowship programmes in biology, chemistry, medical science, agricultural science, and non-academic professions, the Bayer Foundation helps students who want to study in Germany.
Eligibility: Students of all nationalities who have achieved high academic standards are eligible for these awards.
Scholarship Period and Amount: Up to two years after graduation, with an annual award of around €6400.
Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ)-German Cancer Research Centre PhD scholarship
More than 500 students have the option to perform projects at the German Cancer Research Center (DFKZ).
Eligibility: MSc or equivalent degree eligibility with minimal IELTS/TOEFL/PTE exam scores.
Scholarship duration and Amount : The Ph.D. programme will be fully funded for three years.
Einstein International Postdoctoral Fellowship
Through this initiative, overseas students can collaborate with accomplished young researchers in Berlin. It affords them the chance to reside in Berlin for up to five years while the junior research group is in operation. The postdoctoral researchers will be known as “Einstein International Postdoctoral Fellows” throughout this time.
Qualifications: Ph.D.
Scholarship Duration and Amount: A stipend of up to € 20,000 is provided to eligible students each year to cover material costs.
Marie Skolodowska-curie actions
Marie Skodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) provides four different types of fellowships (research networks, individual fellowships, staff exchanges for research and innovation, and COFUND programmes) to researchers from various academic fields in order to advance collaborations between the top institutions worldwide and to promote research and innovation.
Eligibility: All students from all countries are eligible.
Scholarship Duration and Amount: Students who qualify get a monthly stipend of €3000 plus a transportation allowance of €600.
Deutschland Stipendium
Students from all over the world can receive financial and non-material support from the Deutschland Stipendium. Talented international students can get the best of both worlds with this fantastic scholarship. The German government provides funding for half of the Deutschland Stipendium, with contributions from private groups and people making up the other half.
Scholarship Amount and Duration: Students are awarded a scholarship by the German government, private organisations, or companies engaged in public-private partnerships of €150 per month. Under this scholarship scheme, the most talented student will receive €300 each month.
Typically, financial aid is given for at least two semesters, with the option to continue until the end of the programme.
University – Funded Scholarhips to Study in Germany
Jacobs University Scholarships
Numerous merit-based scholarships are available from Jacobs University for foreign students who want to study in Germany. These scholarships are fiercely competitive, so you need to submit a well-thought-out application with an impressive statement of purpose. To improve their chances of receiving a decent scholarship, applicants are recommended to submit their applications as early as possible during the admissions cycle.
Scholarship Duration and Amount: This scholarship covers room and board costs of €6,000 and €20,000 in addition to the annual tuition of €20,000. (covering the 9-month academic year).
AICES scholarships-RWTH Aachen University
Outstanding students interested in interdisciplinary research in computational engineering science can apply for Ph.D. scholarships from the Aachen Institute for Advanced Study in Computational Engineering Science (AICES).
Eligibility : Students of all nationalities are eligible.
Scholarship Duration and Amount: Ph.D. scholars are provided with a stipend of €2000 per month.