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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 British Academy Evidence-informed Policymaking Grants 2025. The British Academy is inviting proposals related to evidence-informed policy-making in Brazil, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Malaysia, Philippines, South Africa, Turkey, Thailand, Vietnam and/or Least Developed Countries. Learn more about this opportunity here.
Date Posted: 26 Nov, 2024
Are you a student, a professional, an artist, a writer, a developer, a designer, or an enthusiast willing to participate in a writing competition? Apply to the New Media Writing Competition and win the prize today!
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Are you a non-EU/EEA student aspiring to study Engineering in Denmark? If yes, you should apply for the Danish Government Scholarship. Applications are ongong.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the University of Dundee Alumni Scholarship for international postgraduate students 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
For the 2025/26 academic year, the University of Dundee will offer the Al-Maktoum College Living Support Scholarship to assist postgraduate students enrolled in particular Islamic financial courses. Click here to learn more about this scholarship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the De Shang Yun Porcelain Branding Contest 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Jeanie Borlaug Laube Women in Triticum (WIT) Early Career Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the F. M. Kirby Prize for Scaling Impact 2025. The F. M. Kirby Prize for Scaling Impact is an annual global prize of USD $150,000 in unrestricted funds that amplifies and accelerates the work of an enterprise working to scale its impact on social or environmental problems around the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
Is your startup developing nutrition-based solutions that help women stay physically and mentally fit during their adult life? Apply for the Nestle R+D Accelerator Women's Health Challenge 2025.
Date Posted: 25 Nov, 2024
The Digital Humanism Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for junior and senior visiting fellows to contribute to cutting-edge research on various aspects of digitalization at the Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) in Vienna, Austria. Applications are ongoing for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the 11th Istanbul Photo Award 2025 for Photographers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
The Rachel Tanur Prize for Visual Sociology, sponsored by the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), is accepting applications for 2025. The prize honors students in the social sciences who utilize visual analysis in their research and aims to encourage students to use photography as a visual medium for studying and understanding social issues.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
The HZDR Summer Student Program 2025 in Germany offers an exciting opportunity for master’s, diploma, or advanced undergraduate students in natural sciences and related fields worldwide to engage in cutting-edge research at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) in Dresden. It offers an opportunity to join research teams in Dresden between July and September. Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 AS Hornby Educational Trust scholarships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the TotalEnergies 2025 Young Talent Trainee (x2) Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Action for Nature International Young Eco-Hero Awards 2025. Action For Nature (AFN), a non-profit organization, created the International Young Eco-Hero Awards to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Do you have what it takes to be a Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador? If you’re committed to climate action and excited to engage your community, this opportunity is for you!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 IAS Media Scholarship Program. IAS – the International AIDS Society – will both award in-person and virtual scholarships for IAS 2025. IAS 2025, the 13th IAS Conference on HIV Science, will take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from 13 to 17 July 2025, with pre-conferences on 13 July. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Erasmus Mundus Master’s Scholarship in Journalism. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Kinship Conservation Fellowship Program. The Kinship Conservation Fellowship supports conservation practitioners across the globe. The program is designed to advance your career and equip you with new skills, insights, and analytical tools to accelerate the projects you lead at home. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 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