The DAAD scholarship program aims to support young academics and future professionals from developing and emerging countries. This scholarship allows them to pursue a Master’s degree in STEM fields (mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and engineering) in Germany, enhancing their qualifications and employability.

Who Can Apply?

• High-achieving students from developing and emerging countries.
• Applicants must have a first degree recognized in Germany (e.g., Bachelor’s degree) by the application deadline.
• Those already holding a Master’s degree are ineligible.

What Can Be Funded?

• A full-time, on-campus Master’s degree at a state or state-recognized university in Germany in a STEM field.
• The degree program must be tuition-free and have a designated STEM focus.

Duration of Funding

• Funding is provided for 10 to 24 months, depending on the standard period of study.
• The scholarship typically starts on 1st October of the following year, or earlier if a German language course is taken beforehand.
• Academic performance will be assessed after the first year to determine the continuation of the scholarship.

Scholarship Benefits

• Monthly payments of 934 euros
• Payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance
• Travel allowance
• Annual study allowance of 460 euros
• Additional benefits may include a rent subsidy and allowances for accompanying family members
• Support for language courses and tests

Selection Criteria

• Academic Qualification: Achievements, course of studies, language proficiency, relevant internships, and work experience.
• Quality of the Study Project: Preparation, choice of degree program, host university, and integration into the academic career path.
• Potential of the Applicant: Motivation, significance of the stay in Germany, extracurricular commitment, and prospects for future development.

Application Requirements

• University degree should be within the last 6 years.
• Must meet the admission requirements for a Master’s degree in Germany.
• Must apply to a German university and submit admission confirmation before the funding period begins.
• Cannot have been a resident in Germany for more than 15 months at the application deadline.
• Above-average academic performance.
• Language proficiency (B1 level in German or English, depending on the program’s instruction language).

Application Procedure

• Deadline: 21.10.2024
• Selection Date: February
• Start of Funding: October of the following year

Required Documents

• Online application form
• Curriculum vitae (max. 3 pages)
• Letter of motivation (1-3 pages)
• Admission letter to the study program at the German university
• Completed form ‘Information about your preferred master programs’
• Current transcript of records
• University degree certificates
• Language proficiency certificate (B1 level, not older than 2 years)
• Letter of recommendation from a university teacher
• Passport or national identity card
• Additional relevant documents (e.g., certificates of employment, proof of extracurricular engagement)