DAAD Study Scholarships for Master’s Degrees 2027 – All Disciplines in Germany – Apply by October 15, 2026

The DAAD Study Scholarships for Master’s Degrees programme supports international graduates who wish to complete a postgraduate or Master’s degree programme at a German university. Unlike the DAAD-EPOS programme (targeted at developing countries), this scholarship is open to highly qualified graduates from all countries and covers all academic disciplines, making it one of the most inclusive and prestigious German scholarship schemes available.

Key Details

• Host Country: Germany
• Study Level: Full Master’s degree (up to 24 months)
• Monthly Stipend: €1,400 EUR/month (as of 2026), plus additional allowances
• Additional Benefits: Travel allowance, health, accident and personal liability insurance, study and research subsidy, rental subsidy where applicable
• Disciplines: All academic disciplines — humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, law, economics, medicine, arts, and more
• Eligibility: Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with above-average grades; typically must have completed degree no more than 6 years before applying; not currently enrolled in a German university
• Application Deadline: October 15, 2026 (applications open from May 2026 via the DAAD Portal)
• Scholarship Start: Usually October 2027 (or earlier if a preparatory German language course is required)
• Open to: International students from all countries worldwide
• Official Website: DAAD Study Scholarships – Master’s Degrees

DAAD Study Scholarships for Master’s Degrees: key details

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the DAAD Scholarship Portal (portal.daad.de). It is recommended to register at least 4–6 weeks before the October deadline. Applicants must also apply directly to a German university — acceptance or at least a Letter of Admission is required as part of the application package.

Always verify deadlines and details on the official DAAD website before applying.

Official source: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)

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