Full funding · Study in Germany
DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates
A monthly stipend of around €992, plus travel, health insurance and study allowances
- Funder
- German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Coverage
- Full
About this scholarship
DAAD's study scholarships fund international graduates taking a full master's degree in Germany, covering living costs and insurance for the duration of the programme.
Separate strands exist for the arts, architecture, music and performing arts with their own portfolio requirements, alongside the general all-disciplines scheme.
🗓️ Deadline
Deadlines vary by home country and subject, typically falling between August and November
Award cycles shift year to year. Confirm the current deadline on the official site before you plan around it.
Eligibility
- A bachelor's degree completed no more than six years before applying
- Applying for an eligible master's programme at a German university
- Strong academic results and a coherent study plan
- Language ability appropriate to the programme — German or English depending on the course
- Open to applicants of any nationality, though country deadlines differ
How to apply
- Check the DAAD scholarship database for your country's deadline and strand
- Prepare a study plan, CV, transcripts and two academic references
- Apply through the DAAD portal by your country's closing date
- Shortlisted candidates are interviewed by a selection committee
- Awards are confirmed several months before the programme starts
Studying in Germany
Low or no tuition at public universities, engineering excellence and an 18-month job-seeker visa. Post-study work: Up to 18 months.
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DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates: your questions, answered
What does the DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates cover?
A monthly stipend of around €992, plus travel, health insurance and study allowances. DAAD's study scholarships fund international graduates taking a full master's degree in Germany, covering living costs and insurance for the duration of the programme.
Who is eligible for the DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates?
Core requirements are: A bachelor's degree completed no more than six years before applying; Applying for an eligible master's programme at a German university; Strong academic results and a coherent study plan; Language ability appropriate to the programme — German or English depending on the course; Open to applicants of any nationality, though country deadlines differ. Eligibility rules are set by the funder and can change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
When is the DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates deadline?
Deadlines vary by home country and subject, typically falling between August and November. Because award cycles shift year to year, always check the official programme website for the current date.
Is the university placement service really free?
Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.
What exactly do you help with?
Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.
Which universities can you place me into?
We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.