Full FundingGermany

DAAD Master Studies Scholarships

Administered by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

A flagship scholarship program by the German Federal Government enabling high-achieving international graduates to complete a full master's degree at any state-recognized German university.

Award Amount€934 / month + Health Insurance + Travel Allowance
Degree LevelsMaster's
Application DeadlineNovember 15, 2026

What Does This Scholarship Cover?

  • Monthly scholarship payment of €934.
  • Payments towards comprehensive health, accident, and personal liability insurance in Germany.
  • One-off study allowance and round-trip international travel subsidy.
  • Full coverage of preparatory German language course before university matriculation.

Eligibility Criteria

  • •Graduates of all academic disciplines who have completed their first degree no longer than six years ago.
  • •Excellent academic record in undergraduate studies.
  • •Sufficient German or English language proficiency depending on the chosen master's curriculum.

Step-by-Step Application Roadmap

  1. 1Register on the official DAAD online portal.
  2. 2Upload letter of motivation (1–3 pages) explaining your academic choices and career goals in Germany.
  3. 3Submit certified university transcripts, bachelor's degree certificate, and language scores.
  4. 4Provide confirmation of admission or proof that you have applied to your chosen German master's programs.

Application Timeline

Ensure you submit all certified transcripts, referee evaluations, and language test scores before:

Target DeadlineNovember 15, 2026
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