🇩🇪 Germany 💎 Fully Funded 🎓 Master's 🎓 PhD / Doctorate

Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Offered by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), Germany
Total reward
934 EUR/month (Master) / 1,350 EUR/month (PhD)
Level
Master's, PhD / Doctorate
Duration
Up to 2 years (master's) or up to 3 years (doctorate)
Location
Germany

About this scholarship

One of Germany’s largest political foundations supporting international students pursuing Master’s or PhD studies at German universities. Focus on democratic engagement and social responsibility.

Eligibility

  • International students with university admission in Germany
  • Strong academic record
  • Active social or political engagement
  • Interest in democracy, human rights, and social market economy

Benefits & Coverage

  • Monthly stipend
  • Health insurance contribution
  • Study materials allowance
  • Networking events
  • Mentoring program

Required Documents

Online application, CV, Academic transcripts, Motivation letter, University admission, Two reference letters, Proof of engagement

How to Apply

  • Be a foreign student or doctoral candidate who has completed a first degree in your home country and intends to do a master's/postgraduate degree, doctorate, or a research stay of at least two semesters at a German university
  • Apply either through the responsible KAS office abroad (international selection, only from that year's focus countries/regions, by the local deadline) or, if already in Germany, online via the KAS campus portal by 15 July
  • Submit the application form and required documents (including a thesis outline for PhD applicants) and show commitment to KAS's values
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