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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Germany to help fund your studies abroad or in Germany. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are open for the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Collegiate Accelerator 2025. The WBENC Collegiate Accelerator (CA) is a multifaceted, cohort-based, entrepreneurial program focused on the advancement of collegiate female founders. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Foodtech Innovations Awards 2025. The Foodtech Innovations Awards recognizes the most innovative proposals that offer a disruptive approach to Customer Experience or Management and innovative business models or technology that can make a change in the food sector.
Date Posted: 23 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest 2025. Students ages 11-18 from around the world are invited to participate.
Date Posted: 23 Jan, 2025
The University of Winnipeg will grant scholarships to international graduate students applying for the first time in Canada. Apply now and stand a chance to win a scholarship valued at valued at $5,000.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the UNESCO Communication and Information Sector Internship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
UNESCO has opened applications for different internship positions. Click here to learn more about the All Sectors/Bureaus internship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
The ISC3 is excited to announce our upcoming Innovation Challenge focused on Sustainable Chemistry and Climate Change! They are seeking groundbreaking chemistry or chemical technology innovations that tackle climate change mitigation and adaptation. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 IAEA Lise Meitner Programme. Applicants are invited to apply to one or more of the three LMP visiting professional programmes that best align with their professional experiences and qualifications.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Information Controls Fellowship Program 2025. The Information Controls Fellowship Program (ICFP) cultivates research, outputs, and creative collaboration on topics related to repressive internet censorship and surveillance.
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the UNIDIR Women in Al Fellowship 2025. This is designed as a capacity-building intervention that endows women diplomats with up-to-the-minute knowledge of the policy, legal and technical aspects of Al, including its gendered implications. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Jan, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Health. This is a three-month program providing healthcare and wellbeing startups leveraging AI with essential growth skills, internationalization strategies, and Google tools to help them scale and innovate responsibly. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
Global Peace Chain now accepts international participants’ applications for the 2025 Global Peace Summit Sydney. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
The InteRussia team is calling for applications for the InteRussia scientific and research fellowship for non-Russian specialists in international relations, political science, and regional studies. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan is offering an exciting opportunity through its International Internship Pilot Program (IIPP). This program invites talented students from around the world to engage in advanced research and development initiatives in Taiwan’s academic and research institutions. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Jan, 2025
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development OECD accepts applications for OECD internships in 2025. This internship offers a unique opportunity to students enrolled in accredited degree programs to support the OECD’s mission of building better policies for better lives.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Are you an undergraduate student interested in STEM fields? Are you curious about projects in computer science, AI, or engineering? The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) 2025 program invites highly motivated undergraduate students worldwide to conduct summer research under INSAIT faculty mentorship. Modeled after prestigious programs at MIT, Caltech, and ETH Zurich, SURF provides hands-on experience in cutting-edge research.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 WIPO Global Awards for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Tech4Eva Global Femtech Accelerator 2025. The program aims to help selected start-up companies to scale and create impact to improve women's health. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Space Food & Beverage Accelerator 2025. The program is designed to provide critical knowledge needed in the complex CPG landscape to founders who are open and committed to learn.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Climate Investment Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jan, 2025
1. Is tuition free in Germany for international students?
Yes, most public universities in Germany do not charge tuition fees for both domestic and international students. However, students need to pay a small semester fee, usually between €500-€1000 to cover administrative costs and access to student services.
2. What are the requirements for studying in Germany as an international student?
To study in Germany, international students typically need a valid secondary school diploma or equivalent, proof of German language proficiency (for programs taught in German), and proof of English proficiency (for programs taught in English). Also, you need to demonstrate financial stability and obtain a student visa.
3. Do I need to speak German to study in Germany?
It depends on the program. Many undergraduate programs are taught in German, so proficiency in the language is required. However, there are many English-taught programs, especially at the postgraduate level. For those programs, proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL) may be required.
4. Are scholarships available for international students in Germany?
Yes, Germany offers numerous scholarships for international students. Some notable organizations include DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), which offers various scholarships, and the Deutschlandstipendium, which provides financial support to high-achieving students.
5. Can international students work while studying in Germany?
Yes, international students are allowed to work part-time during their studies. Non-EU students are permitted to work 140 full days or 280 half days per year. Working more than this may require special permission from the local authorities.
6. How do I apply for a student visa for Germany?
To apply for a student visa, you'll need to provide proof of university admission, financial proof, valid health insurance, and other required documents. Visit the German embassy or consulate in your home country to apply.
7. Are German degrees recognized internationally?
Yes, degrees obtained from German universities are highly respected and recognized internationally.
8. Can I stay in Germany after completing my studies?
Yes, after completing your degree, international students are allowed to apply for a residence permit to look for a job related to their field of study. If you find employment, you can transition to a work permit, and after a few years of employment, you may be eligible for permanent residency.
9. What are the top universities in Germany?
Some of the best universities in Germany include:
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
Heidelberg University
Technical University of Munich
University of Hamburg
University of Freiburg