The KAAD Scholarship offers full financial support covering tuition fees, accommodation, and living expenses for students from foreign countries to study in Germany.
This fully funded scholarship program is for outstanding applicants who are willing to enroll in a master’s or Ph.D. degree study program in Germany.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD ScholarshipsÂ
- Eligible Countries: All CountriesÂ
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Accommodation | health Insurance
- Deadline: June 30, 2025
Scholarship Details
KAAD is the scholarship institution of the German Catholic Church for post-graduate students and scientists from (developing) countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Near and Middle East, as well as Eastern and Southeastern Europe.
KAAD expect the following from the prospective candidates:
- Above-average performance in studies and research
- The orientation of your studies or research towards permanent reintegration in your home region (otherwise the scholarship is turned into a loan),
- Religious and social commitment (activities) and willingness to inter-religious dialogue.
KAAD supports its scholars in the form of scholarships and educational programs and offers spiritual and personal assistance in view of future multiplying functions students will have in their home countries.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Come from a developing or emerging country in Africa, Asia, the Middle East or Latin America and are currently living there
- Have a university degree and professional experience from your home country
- Want to acquire a master’s degree or a PhD at a German university or do a post-doctoral research project (2-6 months for established university lecturers) at a German university
- Be a Catholic Christian (or generally belong to a Christian denomination). Applicants from other religions can apply if they are proposed by Catholic partners and can prove their commitment to interreligious dialogue
- Applicants must possess German language skills before starting the studies (KAAD can provide a language course of max. 6 months in Germany).
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of this scholarship will receive:
- Full financial support covering tuition fees, accommodation, and living expenses
- Access to Germany’s esteemed education system renowned for academic excellence and research opportunities
- Cultural exchange and international collaboration with peers from diverse backgrounds
- Provides an immersive German language course before the program commences, equipping scholars with the linguistic skills necessary for integration and academic success.
- Networking opportunities with professionals, experts, and alumni
- Transformative educational experience fostering academic, professional, and personal growth
- Comprehensive support for scholars to excel in their chosen fields and pursue their academic dreams in Germany
How to Apply
To apply for this scholarship:
- Visit the program’s webpageÂ
- Submit all required documentsÂ
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