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 Humboldt Residency Programme 2025. The Humboldt Residency Programme brings together a transdisciplinary, international group of twelve participants consisting of Humboldtians and junior researchers with a diverse range of disciplinary backgrounds with writers, artists, civil society actors and social entrepreneurs. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Welcome Career Development Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024
Nominations are open for the Yidan Prize 2025. The world's highest education accolade welcomes changemakers globally to join its expert community in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing education today.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development 2025 at Stanford University. The Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development is a training program hosted annually by Stanford University's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law (CDDRL) at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FS|).
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Schools Advocates Program 2025. Global Schools' flagship initiative, the Global Schools Advocates Program, is a cohort-style program for educators and school leaders globally who want to integrate themes of sustainable development into their classrooms. Apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications ae open for the SDG Innovation Accelerator 2024-2025 for Young Professionals. This intensive nine-month programme is designed to activate the potential of future business leaders and changemakers.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Are you a changemaker committed to fighting inequality? Do you want to learn from scholars, innovators, activists and social change organisations, and the latest academic research and expert insights on inequalities? Are you ready to join forces with a lifelong global network of peers? Apply now for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Programme 2025-2026 for Social-change Leaders.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Tarbell Grants 2024 for Journalists Interested in Artificial Intelligence. This opportunity seeks to fund established journalists to pursue original reporting on current & future harms from frontier models, investigate the inner workings of leading Al companies, and scrutinize lobbying efforts shaping Al policy.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Sony World Photography Awards 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 UN Global Compact Business & Human Rights Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Master Programmes (ICP Connect). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications for the University of Nottingham Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship are now open. This scholarship programme is designed for international students who want to make a difference to the development of key economic, environmental, structural, social, or political structures in their home country.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Fellowship Program 2025. The Sustainable Finance Summer Fellowship provides a unique opportunity to work with Morgan Stanley teams that seek to drive capital towards investments that promote sustainable economic growth and scalable solutions to global challenges.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the MIT School of Science Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Nominations are open for the H&M Foundation Global Change Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for The Economist Foreign Internship Program 2024-2025. The aim of the internship scheme is to find future Economist journalists. Successful candidates will be given challenging, exciting work straight away.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the European Climate Pact Ambassadors Program 2024. European Climate Pact Ambassadors inform, inspire and support climate policy and action in their communities and networks. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the DHL GoTrade GBSN Fellowship Program 2025. In furtherance of their mission to improve management and entrepreneurial education, GBSN has partnered with one of its corporate members DPDHL to develop the GoTrade GBSN Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Bertelsmann-Udacity Next Generation Tech Booster Scholarship. If you’re 18 years or older, have English comprehension, and are looking to develop job-ready skills in Generative AI, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing, this scholarship program is for you.
Date Posted: 28 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