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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.
Are you ready to scale your Clean Tech business to new heights? Applications for the Propellant Labs CleanTech Accelerator 2024/2025 are now open. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 Oct, 2024
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur eager to launch your dream store online but unsure where to start? The Propellant Labs is inviting you to its Ecommerce Accelerator program, designed to guide individual business owners like you through every step of building a successful e-commerce venture. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Learning Planet Youth Design Challenge 2024-2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Oct, 2024
Are you passionate about peacebuilding and skilled in crafting impactful communications that inspire change? If yes, this opportunity is for you. Apply now!
Date Posted: 18 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the One Young World Academy: Official Development Assistance 2024. In partnership with the Gates Foundation, they are launching a special series focused on Official Development Assistance (ODA). This series will guide participants through understanding ODA and creating their own advocacy initiatives. Apply now!
Date Posted: 18 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 IIASA Young Scientists Summer Program. The program is designed for advanced Ph.D. students working on a topic compatible with ongoing research at IIASA and wish to explore the policy implications of their work. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the WA & Grundfos Youth Action for SDG 6 Fellowship 2025-2026. Building upon the success and momentum generated by its first edition, the 2025-2026 Fellowship seeks to address the evolving needs and priorities of the water sector in the context of a rapidly changing world.
Date Posted: 18 Oct, 2024
Are you passionate about climate crisis and the environment in general? If yes, you should apply for this opportunity! Applications are open for the Trust for Sustainable Living International Student Competition 2025.
Date Posted: 18 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Smithsonian Magazine Annual Photo Contest 2024 are now open. This opportunity is open to photographers around the world who are 18 years old or older. Apply now and stand a chance to win up to $2,500.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development 2024 are now open. The prize is awarded annually by the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) with the aim of inciting and encouraging innovation and creativity in human development. Apply now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the FoodTech 500 Program 2024. The mission of this program is to raise the public profile of Food Tech and give visibility to the most innovative companies in the sector, showcasing their valiant efforts in tackling the varied challenges the system faces. Apply now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Omidyar Network Reporters in Residence Program - Winter 2025. The Reporters in Residence Program is designed to enable a group of freelance journalists to devote more time to deep, nuanced reporting that drives national conversations and informs policy debates. Apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the DW Traineeship 2026-2027. DW is looking for creative people, who are interested in a comprehensive, high quality journalism program with an international broadcaster and who want to help shape the journalism of the future. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Global Social Impact House 2025 are now open. The Global Social Impact House brings together 20 global social entrepreneurs, creative intrapreneurs, community alchemists, and innovators who are actively working on a social impact initiative. Apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the ADB-IEA Innovative Policy Research Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications for the 2025-2026 beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship are now open! Do you have an environmental problem you want to tackle? Bring your planet-positive ideas to life with the beVisioneers Fellowship! beVisioneers helps bring your planet-positive ideas to life, regardless of your entrepreneurial experience or your financial situation.
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the IREX Community Solutions Program 2025. The Community Solutions Program (CSP) is a yearlong professional development program that supports engaged civil society leaders, ages 26-39, to enhance their leadership and technical expertise to address economic, environmental, political, and social challenges in their local communities. Apply now!
Date Posted: 17 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the if CrossCulture Programme (CCP) Fellowship 2025 for Young Professionals. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Bart Richards Award for Media Criticism 2025 are now open. The Bart Richards Award for Media Criticism honors work that evaluates news media coverage of significant subjects or issues. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Contest 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Oct, 2024
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